THEO104 2023 with complete solution questions and answers

How did the term "Christian" originate? Derogatory attack against the disciples in Antioch (Acts 11:26). Who was Core Christianity written for? Those who know some things, and those who want to know more about Christianity. Why do some people have mistaken ideas about Christianity? Media bias, televangelists, and poor examples of Christians. What are the four tools for arranging a systematic theology? 1. History 2. Revelation 3. Faith 4. Language What four questions must we ask about others' faith? Is it...(HOSA) 1. Harmonious 2. Objective 3. Symbolic 4. Available Which 6 factors limit our theology? BULSS i (Bulls Eye) 1. Blindness 2. Understanding 3. Language 4. Silence 5. Science 6. Ignorance What year was Jesus born? 4 BC When was Christianity made Rome's National Religion? 313 AD What is the Incarnation? God becoming flesh Does the Bible state that Jesus was the creator of the world? Yes (John 1:3 and Col. 1:16). Did Jesus claim to have supernatural origins? Yes (John 16:28, John 17:5). Who Baptized Jesus? John the Baptist Did Jesus allow people to worship him? Yes (Matt 8:2, Mark 5:6, Matt 14:33) Jesus Christ is the _______ of the trinity, _____ with the Father in nature and yet ________ in duty. Second member; Equal; Submissive Christ was a single _________ ____________. Undivided Personality Jesus claimed to be ______ with the Father. One Jesus claimed to have the _______ to ________ _________. ability; Forgive Sins T/F Jesus allowed people to worship him. True T/F Jesus claimed to have omnipresence, omniscience and omnipotence. True What does the term "preexistence" mean? Existing prior to His physical birth (John 8:58) What does the term "eternal" mean when referring to Christ? He has neither beginning nor end. T/F The fact that Christ allowed people to worship him shows that he thought that he was divine. True What chapter of the New Testament does the Author suggest contains the most names of Jesus? First chapter of John Which of God's names do some scholars think that Jesus is claiming with his "I AM" statements? Jehovah What is the term "only begotten" used to describe about Jesus? His unique relationship with the Father. Why does the author think that the Gospel of John calls Jesus the "Word"? Because over 1200 times in the OT the "Word" is used as a revelation or message from God. What would Jews think who heard Christ calling Himself the "Son of Man?" Messiah What Old Testament authors spoke about Christ's future birth? Moses, Isaiah, and Jeremiah Why is it essential that Christ have been born of a virgin? Because if He wasn't, he would have inherited Adam's sin nature, and would be unable to save Himself. What are the two meanings for the word 'almah'? "Virgin" and "Young Maid." What does the author believe is the best translation for the word 'almah' in Isaiah 7:14? Virgin What does dual authorship mean? God and man wrote simulatanously. What was the Old Testament written on? Vellum or Parchment. What are the three divisions of the Old Testament? 1. Moses (Pentateuch or Torah) 2. Prophets (Major Prophets) 3. Psalms (Psalms, Historical Books and Minor Prophets). What did the Psalms scroll contain? Psalms, Historical Books, and Minor Prophets. What is a codex? A Book--the title given to scripture after it was bounded into a single volume. Where does the name "Bible" come from? The Latin, "ta biblia"--meaning "the book." Where does the term "Scripture" come from? The Latin word "scriptus"— meaning to produce writing What three arguments form the basis for arguments from revelation? 1. Consistent. 2. Correspondent with reality. 3. Scientifically demonstrable. What empirical evidence sets Christianity apart from other belief systems? Fulfilled Prophecy Name two sources that establish an early date of scripture. Dead Sea Scrolls Septuagint What are the four qualities of inspiration? 1. Spirit. 2. Words. 3. Personalities 4. Text. _________ incorporates the personality of the writer into the final product. Inspiration What does Conceptual Inspiration state was inspired? Just the concepts or ideas. The authors merely expressed the ideas as best they could. What does Partial Inspiration state? Only parts of scripture were inspired. God did not mentioned which parts. What does Limited Inspiration state? Inspiration is limited to matters of dogma. Biblical accuracy is unimportant outside of theological issues. According to the text, what is "Bibliolatry"? Who was accused of it? Idolizing or worshiping the Bible. The Inerrenists ________ percent of the New Testament is either quotation or allusion to the Old Testament. 10% What are the 5 arguments for inspiration/inerrancy? 1. Bible says... 2. Jesus affirms... 3. Fathers recognized... 4. God Implies... 5. Gives life What is "Textual Criticism"? Investigation of the text to determine textual credibility. What is "Lower Criticism"? Study to determine the original manuscripts What is "Higher Criticism"? Study of history, authorship, dates, and sources. What four criteria determine that a person is a biblical prophet? 1. Revelation claimed 2. Agree with the Word. 3. Predictability 4. Must not lead people astray What are the 13 main arguments against Apocrypha? The apocryphal books... 1. Weak 2. Errors. 3. OT in nature, but written in Greek 4. Not quoted by Jesus or NT writers. 5. Salvation nonexistent. 6. Messianic prophecies non existent 7. Inspired not claimed 8. Canon, not included in Hebrew. 9. Philo never referred to it. 10. Jerome did not include it. 11. Spirituality is low. 12. Contradicts scripture. 13. Late addition to the Canon According to the Towns, Christ's death was ________? Victorious Where was Jesus crucified? Golgotha, "the place of a skull." What day does the Towns believe Jesus was crucified? Friday What were the two accusations made against Jesus? Blasphemy and Treason What two men asked to bury Jesus' body? Nicodemus and Joseph of Arimathea What did the blood and water that Jesus shed show? That He was dead. What is a substitutionary death? Jesus died as a substitute for us. What is a redemptive death? Jesus bought back His people. What does propitiation mean? To pay a penalty What is "vicarious suffering"? Suffering for another. What is a "vicar"? Take the place of another What does the word "redemption" mean? To buy back something once owned What does "reconciliation mean?" Obliterate or wash away What is a "sin nature?" Tendency to do evil. What is "imputed sin?" How sin is inherited from Adam. T/F The law is a unit; to break one is to break all. True How is every person a sinner on three counts? Sin nature Imputed sin Personal sin What is the difference between judicial guilt and personal guilt? Judicial guilt is imputed Personal guilt is experiential T/F Man is not reconciled to God through the blood of Christ; rather the moral and noble life of Christ should compel man to seek after God. False What are the five points of Calvinism? TULIP 1. T otal Depravity 2. U nconditional Election 3. L imited Atonement 4. I rresistible Grace 5. P erseverance of the Saints What does "total depravity" mean? Completely Rebellious. We cannot desire, understand, choose, or gain merit from God. What is "Unconditional election?" The elect cannot resist the grace of God, nor lose their salvation once elected. What is "Limited atonement?" Jesus died only for the elect. What is "irresistible grace?" Man cannot resist the will of God unto salvation. What does the author give as an alternative to perseverance of the saints? "Doctrine of 'Preservation" or "Eternal security" Who originated the theological system of Arminianism? Jacob Arminius Describe the major tenets of the Arminian view. MOPPS TSL Moral Union - with Christ Original Sin - none Perfection - Possible to attain Perdition - Faithful who sin fall into perdition. Salvation - requires works. Transgression - voluntary sin Security - none eternal Love - Possible to lose God's love What does Arminianism tend to limit its definition of sin to? Deny all sin except "voluntary transgression." Do Arminians believe in Eternal Security as Baptists do? No List the eleven proofs of Christ's resurrection? 1. Tomb 2. Transformation 3. Church 4. Testimonies 5. Paul 6. Testimonies of believers 7. New Testament. 8. Resurrection not disproven by the Jewish leaders. 9. Day of worship. 10. Conversion of James 11. Ignatius' testimony, of Antioch. T/F: Jesus predicted His death and resurrection. True What is the biblical definition of death? Separation of the spirit from the body. What did the Roman soldiers do (and not do) that showed that Jesus was dead? Pierced His side, but did not break His legs. After Jesus' resurrection, what became his new Responsibilities? Intercessor and advocate before the Father What were five things that Jesus accomplished through His resurrection? 1. Life 2. Power 3. Justification 4. Resurrection 5. Union What is the term that describes why we have a legal standing by which we are declared righteous before God, and, on the basis of this judicial act, the Christian enjoys the life and peace of God. Justification Who is the first person in the Bible described as having been justified by faith? Abraham According to the excerpt which two words are linked in Scripture, in, that both come from the same word "dikaios?" Justification and Righteousness When does Justification occur? At the moment of salvation. What is Sanctification? To be set apart as Holy before God. How do some wrongly define sanctification? Entire Sanctification What is Positional sanctification? (Heb. 3:1). Sanctified by our position in Christ. What is Progressive sanctification? (1 Thess. 5:28). Experiential or practical sanctification. Implies our life experiences are the result of God's work in us. What is Prospective sanctification? (1 John 3:2). God will not complete the process of sanctification when we arrive in heaven. According to the Bible what is conversion? A change of the mind, will, and emotions, as one turns to Christ. What are the three parts of a conversion experience? Must know Must remorse Must turn T/F: One can be saved by a choice alone. False T/F: Feeling remorse over sin is enough to save you. False T/F: The terms "regeneration" and "born again" have the same meaning. True T/F: Conversion is what God does in a sinners' life. False What is Regeneration? The gift of faith and a new nature which is capable of doing God's will. What are the results of Regeneration? Sanctification. Life Change The term anothen, translated "born again," can also be translated as what? Born from above T/F Adam died physically within days of eating the fruit in the Garden. False T/F As a result of Adam's sin everyone is born into the world spiritually dead because of trespasses and sins. True - Through Federal Headship, sin is imputed to all. T/F When a person receives Jesus Christ he becomes a new creation, and the sin nature is eliminated. False - The sin nature is only eliminated at the rapture What are the three steps that the "Roman's Road" teaches one must know to be save? Explain. Need Penalty Provision No one is righteous "All have sinned.. "The wages of sin is death" Christ died for us" "...confess...believe...be saved." (Rom 10:9). How is sin like a marathon runner who misses beating a record by three seconds? When trying to set an Olympic record, it makes no difference if you miss by 3 seconds of 3 hours. What part does baptism play in the salvation process? Redemptive and Regenerative. Baptism is a two fold outward symbol of faith. What does the Greek word proseuchamai mean? Face-to-face relationship with God T/F The Lord's Prayer embryonically contains everything a Christian must know and every way that a Christian must pray. True Since a Christian has the righteousness of Christ, what should he do daily? Conform to God's standard of righteousness. In what way do some people equate God with a cosmic Easter bunny? God has stashed His will like Easter eggs for us to find. What is the simple assumption MacArthur begins his book with? Since God has a will for us, He must want us to know it through His word. What does MacArthur say is the crucial first step? Get Saved Who did Jesus say was his family (brother, sister, mother)? Those who do the will His Father. What does MacArthur suggest that the doctrine of salvation is unpopular? Nobody wants to admit their sin What does MacArthur say is the second step to knowing God's will? Be Spirit Filled How does MacArthur compare us to a glove? Just as a glove can't play a piano without a hand, God cannot lead us unless we submit to Him. What does MacArthur say is the best way to find out your spiritual gifts? Get saved, be spirit-filled, sanctified, submissive, and suffering. Then do whatever you want. What is the significance of Jesus' promise to send his followers allos (another) comforter? The comforter is the exact same thing as Christ. What are four principles Paul taught concerning practicing purity? CAST Control, your Body Abstain, from fornication Subdue, your passions Treat, others fairly We are not to suffer because we have failed to be the right kind of young person, not because we are antagonistic, grumpy, grouchy, or out of whack somewhere, but we should suffer _____ ______ _____ ___ _______. Because Christ suffered for us. MacArthur summarizes Gods will by stating that it is "God's will that you be ________, _______, _________, ____________ and ____________. Saved Spirit-filled Sanctified Submissive Suffering MacArthur states that if you are doing all five of the basic things that scripture says is God's will you can do _________ ____ _____________. Whatever you want. List and explain MacArthur's five step Bible Study method. Read Interpret - Keep the question, "What does it mean" in the back of your mind. Let the Holy Spirit teach you, and interpret the Bible with the Bible. Evaluate - Remembering the Bible will never contradict itself, be one who accepts God's Word, even if it causes change in yourself. Apply - Allow God's truth to penetrate and change your life. Ask, "how do divine truths and principles apply to me in terms o fmy attitudes and actions. Correlate - Correlate and cross reference passages with other biblical passages, so that you can see the big picture of the Bible. What does MacArthur feel about the belief that we should guard against preachers whose emphasis is on interpreting Scripture rather than applying it. He thinks it is _____ _____. unwise counsel According to MacArthur, "There is no danger of ____ ________; the real threat is an _______ attempt at ________." Irrelevant doctrine; Un-doctrinal , relevance We don't make the ______ _______; it is inherently so, simply because it is God's Word. Bible Relevant What are the seven kinds of prayer that the article listed? Faith Worship Petition Communion Confession Intercession Salvation What are seven conditions that hinder prayer? 1. Sins 2. Rejection 3. Motives. 4. Idols. 5. Spirit. 6. Poor 7. Conflicts What are the 10 Questions that the Author suggests you should ask in order to make hard decisions easy? Expedient - Is it expedient for my spiritual benefit? Edification - Build me up? Excess - Slow me down? Enslavement - Bring me into bondage? Equivocation - Hypocritically cover my sin? Encroachment - Violate the Lordship of Christ? Example - Set an example for other Christians? Evangelism - Lead others to Christ? Emulation - Consistent with Christ's likeness? Will it glorify God? According to the Westminster Confession, what is sin? Anything that does not conform to God's Word. List the principles that guide the Christian in discipling his life. 1. Follow 2. Refrain 3. Obey 4. Thoughts 5. Body 6. Stumble. 7. Influence 8. Nature 9. Gratitude 10. Dangers 11.Testimony 12. Prioritize. 13. Prepare What are some of the main motivators for a Christian to discipline their life? Do what is right for the glory of God. What shouldn't be a motivator for discipline? Legalism. Because the rule book says so. Why is legalism bad? Behavior modification—keeping rules for the sake of keeping the rules. How does the author define "character?" Habitually doing right Belief is more than a decision to accept Christ. It is the __________ that something is true. Conviction You can't determine your ________, but when you have the right _______ you get the best out of circumstances and rise above your circumstances. Circumstances, Attitude A person with character is able to _____ ___ _ ______ long after the _____ is gone that motivated choice. Carry out a decision; Emotion Do Muslim leaders claim that Christianity and Islam are alike in that Allah was "the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ?" No What are the 4 questions that Darwinians have not been able to answer? 1. Missing link 2. Devolution != Apex of life 3. Origins 4. Natural laws What question did the old Presbyterian catechism address first? What is the chief end of man? What do Christians believe the source of suffering to be? The conditions of a fallen world. What two reasons does the author of Core Christianity suggest that we can know that Christianity actually explains life as we know it? 1. Christianity answers 2. Christianity satisfies