The Person of Jesus Christ Flashcards
Jesus' authority is presented in three ways: As the Son, a teacher of wisdom, and as a political liberator. (149 cards)
What title is Jesus referred to by Christians that emphasizes his divine nature?
The Son of God
This title links to the concept of Jesus being God incarnate.
How does the Gospels describe the birth of Jesus?
Through the intervention of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary
This miraculous birth is a key aspect of Christian belief.
What dual nature is Jesus believed to possess?
Both fully God and fully human
This belief is foundational to Christian theology.
Which biblical verse supports the belief that Jesus is both God and the Son of God?
John 1:18
The verse states: ‘the one and only Son, who is himself God and is in the closest relationship with the Father.’
What is the primary debate regarding Jesus in Christian theology?
The relationship between Jesus and God the Father, specifically whether Jesus is fully God and fully human.
This debate has been ongoing for centuries among Christian thinkers.
What does the Creed of Chalcedon state about Jesus?
Jesus is ‘the same perfect in Godhead and also perfect in manhood; truly God and truly human.’
This creed outlines how Christians should perceive Jesus’ nature.
How many natures does Jesus possess according to the Creed of Chalcedon?
Two natures: divine and human.
These natures are described as inconfusedly, unchangeably, indivisibly, inseparably.
What is the term used to describe the belief in the conjunction of Jesus’ two natures?
Hypostatic union.
This term signifies the ‘perfect conjugation’ of Jesus’ divine and human natures.
Which biblical quote supports the concept of the hypostatic union?
‘The Word was with God, and the Word was God.’ (John 1.1)
This quote illustrates Jesus’ integral role in the divine union from the beginning.
What is a significant problem associated with the idea of Jesus being fully human?
It creates challenges regarding his purity as God due to the concept of a sinful nature.
Which biblical figure’s letters support the idea of humans having a sinful and corrupting nature?
St Paul
Complete the quote: ‘good itself does not dwell in me, that is, in my _________. For I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out.’
sinful nature
Who expressed concern about Jesus having a ‘human mind’ that could be ‘enslaved to filthy thoughts’?
Bishop Apollinaris of Laodicea
True or False: The idea of Jesus being fully human aligns easily with the concept of human nature being sinful.
False
What does St Paul suggest about human nature in his letters?
Humans have a sinful and corrupting nature.
What is one piece of evidence Christians look to establish Jesus’ authority as the Son of God?
Jesus’ knowledge of God and self-knowledge
This is one of several evidences, including miracles and the resurrection.
According to many Christians, what is Jesus’ relationship to God?
Jesus is fully God and has full knowledge of God
This implies that his authority as ‘God the Son’ is absolute.
What term does Jesus use to refer to God at his baptism?
‘Abba’
‘Abba’ translates to ‘father’ in Greek.
What does a heavenly voice declare about Jesus at his baptism?
Jesus is declared ‘my son’
This indicates a unique relationship between Jesus and God.
What does John 1:18 say about Jesus?
‘Who is himself God, and in closest relationship with the Father’
This supports the idea of Jesus’ divine authority.
How does Thomas refer to Jesus in John 20:28?
As ‘the Lord and my God’
This acknowledgment reflects Jesus’ divinity.
What does Jesus pray for in the Garden of Gethsemane?
Jesus prays for God to save him from crucifixion
Matthew 26:36 records his plea, illustrating his human desire to avoid suffering.
What does the separate wills of Jesus and God in Gethsemane imply?
It questions the legitimacy of the hypostatic union
The hypostatic union refers to the theological concept of Jesus being both fully divine and fully human.