CWV 101 Final Study Guide questions and answers

Which of the following statements is/are consistent with the Christian belief that humanity was created in the image of God: a. The Bible specifically mentions that man was created in the image of God but says nothing about women b. Humanity has remnants of the character of God such as the capacity to love and create c. Humanity is a physical reflection of God's physical form d. Humans were created with both a spirit and a body and are spirit being like God e. Both b. and d. e. both b. and d. T/F: God calls people to serve Him and serve others through a variety of ways, but being called by God to be a pastor or missionary is a more worthwhile purpose than having a regular job. False According to Romans 8:28-29, which of the following is not mentioned as God's purpose for Christians? a. That they be happy and wealthy b. That they love Him and seek His purpose c. That they become more and more like Christ d. That ultimately all will work out for their good a. That they be happy and wealthy T/F: The concept of the Trinity states that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are one God in three persons, coexisting for eternity in a relationship of love True Who were Israel's first kings? a. Solomon, Rehoboam, and Asa b. David, Solomon, and Hezekiah c. David, Solomon, and Rehoboam d. Saul, David, and Solomon d. Saul, David, and Solomon T/F: God's mission flows out of His character. True God's mission is characterized by: a. Power and position b. action and ethics c. influence and focus d. sending and serving d. sending and serving T/F: According to the Christian worldview, since this is God's universe and God is good, God can do what He wants and is not obligated to explain Himself to humanity. True Which of the following worldview tests evaluates and experiences to see if the worldview matches with reality? a. The correspondence test b. The practical test c. The moral authority test d. The coherence test a. The correspondence test In which of the following do people evaluate their worldview based on faith and reason? a. atheism b. theism c. pantheism d. all of the above d. all of the above Which of the following statements is true of the Theistic Evolution View of the creation of the world? a. This view believes all life evolved in a process guided and empowered by God b. This view believes the earth is relatively young, about 6,000 years old c. This view is commonly held by atheists d. This view believes all life evolved as a result of unguided natural processes. a. This view believes all life evolved in a process guided and empowered by God After the fall, what was true about all humanity? a. They lost the image of God b. They are as sinful as they can be c. They are sinful by nature d. They have the possibility of becoming sinful c. They are sinful by nature Which one of the worldview elements listed below with issues of right and wrong and whether there is absolute moral truth? a. knowledge b. purpose c. human nature d. ultimate reality e. ethics e. ethics T/F: One of the results of the fall of man was that humanity now had to work. Work was not part of God's original plan for His creation. False T/F: The Holy Spirit helps people mature in their faith True According to the teaching of Jesus in John 13:35, how are His followers to be recognized? a. By their strict obedience to Old Testament laws b. By their love for one another c. By their willingness to sacrifice everything d. all of the above b. By their love for one another The lecture quotes the Westminster Shorter Catechism which states that humanity's primary purpose is to: a. glorify God and follow Jesus b. glorify God and keep His commandments c. glorify God and enjoy Him forever d. glorify God and serve people c. glorify God and enjoy Him forever According to John 10:1-8, which of the following does not describe Jesus as the Good Shepherd? a. He lays down His life for the sheep b. He calls His sheep by name c. He loves and cares for His sheep d. He keeps His sheep in a pen for their safety d. He keeps His sheep in a pen for their safety A unique characteristic of Christianity in comparison with other religions is which of the following: a. Christianity offers good advice for people who want to do good b. Christianity offers good news of what God has done for us in giving His son to die for our sins and the gift of salvation c. Christianity offers good religious rituals that promote good health d. Christianity offers human comfort in times of trouble b. Christianity offers good news of what God has done for us in giving His son to die for our sins and the gift of salvation Within the context of Christianity, faith and belief involve: a. thoughts and ideas b. action and behavior c. ideas and dreams d. trust without reason and logic b. action and behavior