Existence of God
The first assumption we make about God's existence is _____ ______ a ______. This is based on Genesis 1:1 telling us that "In the beginning, God..."
There is a God
God revealing something to man that he does not already know is called what?
Revelation
An attribute is a quality or _______ of a person or thing.
Characteristic
We discussed two types of creation. What are they?
Hint: 1. I______. 2: M_____.
Immediate. Mediate.
What is "the trinity"?
Three in one. God the father, son, and Holy Spirit.
How has God revealed Himself to man? There are two answers to this, one based off of Romans 1:20 (man is without excuse) while the other is based in Hebrews 1:1-3.
1: Nature. 2: God's Word.
God revealing himself to all mankind through the glories of His creation and His running of the universe is called "G_____" revelation.
General revelation
There are two categories of attributes we discussed. What are they?
Hint: 1: N_____. 2: M______
Natural, Moral
God created man _____ _______ ______ _______. (4 words)
In His Own Image.
This name is likely the most popular one. Means "self existent one".
Hint: J_______.
Jehovah.
The word "Theology" comes from the Greek words THEOS and LOGOS. What do these words mean?
THEOS: God
LOGOS: Word, Doctrine
God revealing Himself and His truth to specific people at specific times and places is known as "S_____" revelation.
Special revelation
What's the difference between "natural" and "moral" attributes?
Answers may vary and points will be awarded at teacher's discretion.
On day one, we see the power of God because He simply _____ and it happened.
Spoke.
He has the right and power to run the universe as He sees fit for His purpose and glory.
When looking at creation, we can reason that God exists because intelligence is required to create and order this world. This idea is known as "design and _____."
"Design and DESIGNER"
General revelation comes through three different channels. These are N_____, C_______, and H_______.
Nature, Conscience, and History.
Name the natural attributes of God.
Transcendence. Immanence. Eternity. Infinity. Immutability. Omniscience. Omnipresence. Omnipotence.
Name the six days of creation.
1: Light. 2: Water and sky. 3: Land. 4: Heavenly bodies. 5: Birds and fish. 6: Land animals and man.
The extent of God's sovereignty means He controls what 5 categories of things?
Hint: 1. U___. 2. P___ and A____. 3. A___ N____. 4. L____ of L_____. 5. A_____ T_____.
Universe. Plants and Animals. All Nations. Length of Life. All Things.
There are three proofs of God's existence we discussed. Name as many as you can.
Hints:
1: I_______ 2: T________ 3: R________
1: Intuition 2: Tradition 3: Reason
Special revelation is something that cannot be learned on one's own and is accepted by ________ in Jesus.
Faith
Name God's moral attributes.
Holiness. Justice. Righteousness. Love. Mercy. Grace. Goodness. Truth.
How do the six days of creation mirror each other?
What book of the Bible did we discuss as an example of "the sovereignty of the Lord", and showed that we can find peace and hope in God's sovereignty?
Habakkuk.