Sacraments
What is the Sacrament of Priesthood?
Guide the congregation towards salvation
What does Orthodox mean?
The straight path and conforming to what is generally or traditionally accepted as right or true; established and approved
WE try to stay true to the original church.
Is repentance an ongoing process and why?
Yes and because we are not perfect
Who prayer to God asking for wisdom?
King Solomon
What is the Sacrament of Matrimony?
Descension of the Holy Spirit on a bride and groom uniting them as one body
What is tradition of Men?
Not Christ’s Desire
“Why do you also transgress the commandment of God because of your tradition?- Matthew 15:2-3
What is unity?
Resembling One, As the Trinity
Philippians 2:2 "Fulfill you my joy, that you be like minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind."
Who are the 5 kings starting with King Saul in order?
Saul, David, Solomon, Rehoboam, Jeroboam
What are the 7 Sacraments?
Baptism, Myron, Repentance and Confession, Eucharist, Unction of the Sick, Matrimony, and Priesthood
What is Holy Tradition?
Guided by Christ
"Knowing this, that our old nature is crucified with him, that the body of sin may be destroyed to the end that we may serve sin no longer "2 Thessalonians 3:6:
What is repentance?
Contrite heart and remorse for previous sins, Steadfast intention to improve, Strong faith in Christ and hope in His love to forgive, Verbal confession of sins before the priest.”
Did the lord select David because of his appearance? Yes or no and why?
For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart
What is Repentance & Confession?
Confession means admitting and declaring a certain matter.
Repentance is the intention of turning away from your sin.
Is Tradition important? Yes or No and Why?
Tradition preserved for us the sound doctrines that were handed from one generation to the next. Tradition is every teaching, other than theHoly Bible, that reached us through the entrustment of the Apostles and the Fathers.
What is the Power of Unity?
“If a kingdom is divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand”- Mark 3:24
An Ethiopian saying goes that “When spider webs unite, they can tie up a lion”
Why did the King of Isarel split?
Because King Solomon's sin
The Sacrament of the Eucharist was instituted by Jesus on what day?
Covenant Thursday
Are the Orthodox people seeking Christ. Previously, Currently, and Into the next generation? Yes or No and why?
Yes
As we say in the liturgy, “As it was and is, it will be - to generations of generations and to all the ages of ages. Amen.”
Becoming one is produced by what?
The Holy Spirit
Oneness is produced by the Holy Spirit of God. The Holy Spirit, given to us by the Lord Himself, is the spiritual bond that holds us together. When Christians do not live in harmony with one another they are tearing this bond holding them together.
Name 4 of the Amazing qualities/characteristics of King David
Willingness to acknowledge his mistakes
Humble
Courage/Brave
Strong passion and love for God
Strength to change (Repentance)