Monotheism & Trinity
What does “monotheism” mean?
Belief in one God
Who are the three main patriarchs of Israel?
Abraham, Isaac, Jacob
Who led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt?
Moses
Who were the first humans God created?
Adam and Eve
Name the three Persons of the Trinity.
Father, Son, Holy Spirit
What is the Christian belief about God called that says He is Father, Son, and Holy Spirit?
The Trinity
Name one prophet God called to deliver His message.
Isaiah, Jeremiah, Samuel, etc.
What natural event allowed the Israelites to escape Pharaoh’s army?
Crossing the Red Sea
What was the one rule God gave Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden?
Do not eat from the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil
Who was the king of Israel known for defeating Goliath?
David
Which religion believes in one God but does not believe in the Trinity?
Judaism
Name one king of Israel.
Saul, David, Solomon
Where did God give the Ten Commandments?
Mount Sinai
What is Original Sin?
The first sin of Adam and Eve that all humans inherit
Which prophet anointed Saul and David as kings?
Samuel
Name one analogy we used in class to help explain the Trinity.
Shamrock, water, or room
What role did judges have before Israel had kings?
Leaders who guided Israel and delivered them from enemies
What did God use to convince Pharaoh to let His people go?
The Ten Plagues
Which sacrament removes Original Sin?
Baptism
In the story of the Exodus, what sign showed God’s presence as He led the Israelites by day and night?
Pillar of cloud by day, pillar of fire by night
Why is the Trinity considered a “mystery” of faith?
Because we cannot fully understand it, only believe it through faith
Name one woman in the Old Testament who helped reveal God’s plan.
Ruth, Esther, Deborah, etc.
Why is the Exodus important for Israel’s faith?
It shows God’s power, love, and saving plan for His people
Why does God give us free will instead of making us always do good?
Because real love must be freely chosen
How does the story of Adam and Eve help us understand the importance of free will?
It shows that our choices matter, and disobedience can separate us from God, but He still offers us salvation