Who is the author of the letter to Timothy?
St Paul
What writing style did Malachi use in his book?
Questions and Answers
We believe in one ___, ____, _____ church
holy, catholic, apostolic
What is the importance of a spiritual canon?
It facilitates our spiritual journey and brings joy to our spiritual life.
It also regulates our goals, thoughts, and behavior.
What are two ways to prepare for the eucharist?
1. True faith in Christ
2. Reconciliation with others
3. Repentance and confession
4. Physical and spiritual preparation
"Continue in the things which you have ____ and been ____ of, ____ from whom you have learned them" (2 Timothy 3:14)
learned, assured, knowing
Who was the messenger that would prepare the way of the Lord as mentioned in Malachi?
This emperor was present during the council of Nicea
Emperor Constantine
A spiritual canon is not forced but is practiced with this quality
Free will
"Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has ___ ____, and i will ____ him up at the last day" (John 6: 54)
eternal life, raise
Name three characteristics of an orthodox believer
2. Filled with the holy bible
3. Filled with the holy orthodox church
4. Filled with church fathers
5. Integrated
As mentioned in Chapter 4, which two prophets will appear before the day of Judgement
Elijah and Enoch
St. Athanasius is also known as?
The "defender of the faith"
St. Paul compares spiritual striving to a soldier, a hardworking farmer, and _____.
An athlete in competition
The Eucharist is considered one of the four redemptive mysteries of the church, including baptism, confirmation, repentance and confession. Meaning that it is necessary for ____.
Salvation
"The gates of hades shall not ___ against the church" (Matthew 16:18)
Prevail
In Chapter 1, what example does God give to prove his love for Israel?
The Son is ____ of the Father, and the Spirit ___ from the father.
Begotten, Proceeds
"For one ___ differs from another in glory" (1 Corinthians 15:41)
Star
The eucharist comes from this greek word.
Name three of the church fathers who preserved the orthodox faith
St Athanasius
St Cyril
St Dioscorus
St Samuel the confessor
What distorted thinking did the people express at the end of chapter 2?
That everyone who does evil is good in the sight of the Lord
When was the council of Nicaea held and how many bishops were in attendance?
325 A.D. and 318 bishops
Name five elements of a spiritual canon.
1. Prayer
2. Holy Bible
3. Repentance and Confession
4. Liturgy
5. Spiritual meetings
7. Personal retreat
8. Spiritual books
9. Almsgiving and service
10. Fasting
The passover