What is the Gift of the Holy Ghost?
On the day of Pentecost, Peter said, "this is that which was spoken by" which prophet?
Joel
Why do we worship?
We are showing our devotion to God and praising Him.
What defines a church?
A church is an assembly of saved believers - not a building.
Instead of being under the influence of drugs and alcohol, we should be under the influence of what?
The Holy Ghost!
Evangelism is preaching what?
The Gospel!
In what chapter of the Bible was the Holy Ghost first poured out?
Acts 2
What book of the Bible focuses on how to praise God?
Psalms
What does it mean to give God our "first fruits"?
The first part of our increase is the Lord's (tithes), and we prioritize giving to God.
What does it mean to be "holy"?
To be set apart from the world for God
What is a disciple?
A follower or a student
Who can receive the Holy Ghost?
Everyone- Acts 2:39 For the promise is unto you and to your children and to all who are a far off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call.
How do we praise God publically?
Singing, dancing, shouting, jumping, bowing, proclaiming His wonderful acts,
How is the church like the body of Christ?
There are many members that each have a specific role
How can we be separate from the world outwardly?
Dressing modestly, having a distinction between genders, not drawing attention to our flesh, etc.
What is the "Great Commission"?
Matthew 28:18-20
And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.
19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.
Who was the first Gentile to receive the Holy Ghost?
Cornelius and his family (Acts 10)
How do we praise God privately?
prayer, fasting, daily devotions, studying the Word of God
Why are tithes and offerings important?
They support the church, and you are giving back to God what is already His. Malachi 3:8-11 - it is considered robbing God by not paying your tithes
How can we be separate from the world inwardly?
Not desiring the things of the world, guarding our hearts and minds from temptations
How do we represent God to the world?
Through our lifestyle (the ways we dress, talk, treat others, etc)
What is the initial evidence that someone is filled with the Holy Ghost? Provide an example
They speak with other tongues. Acts 2, 10, 11, 19, Mark 16, Isaiah 28
Who is supposed to worship God?
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord! Psalm 150
What are the five leadership roles God has given the church?
1. Apostles
2. Prophets
3. Evangelists
4. Pastors
5. Teachers
What are the Biblical guidelines to distinguish genders?
Women having long hair, men having short hair; Women wearing what pertains to a woman, and men wearing what pertains to a man
What does it mean to be an ambassador for Christ?
To represent Jesus, His mission, and His Kingdom