Bible Basics
True or False
God's story is historical, Factual, True, and Random writings.
False: The bible is not Random writings
A person who doubts concerning basic religious principles
What is a Skeptic
Define Proclaim
To state or announce something formally and with authority
What was last month's deep dive lesson
What is Prayer?
Why can we trust the Bible?
It is God's Word; it is true; it is perfect, etc.
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5-12-?-?-12
5-12-5-5-12
Name two of the three things to remember when speaking to a Skeptic
1. Do not get offended
2. They have never felt the experience you had with God
3. Keep loving and praying - They don't get it
What is the Good News?
God sent His Son Jesus to die for our sins and save us from eternal hell
Does the Bible tell us we have to fast?
No.
Matthew 6:16 - Whenever you fast...
What was with God in the beginning ?
Nothing. It was just God -- Father - Son - Holy Spirit
God existed as the Trinity
What category are the first section of the 12 books in the bible considered?
History
A lack of belief or a strong disbelief in the existence of a god or any gods
What is Atheism
What does it mean to be the Aroma of Christ?
We are children of God. To be imitators of Christ. Lead a life of love, just as Christ did. He was a sweet-smelling offering and sacrifice to God.
Be kind, loving, and forgiving as God forgave us
A sweet-smelling Aroma of Christ to others and to God.
Name 4 of the ways in how we pray
Prayer: Talking to God
1. Audible or Silent
2. Private or Public
3. Formal or informal
What is the difference between the attributes of eternal and infinite?
Eternal means God always existed and always will be. Infinite means God is beyond our ability to measure.
Name the 5 books of songs and poetry
Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon
Atheism has to deny?
Goodness
He came to...
Proclaim. - Luke 4:14-21
8 “THE SPIRIT OF THE LORD IS UPON ME, BECAUSE HE ANOINTED ME TO PREACH THE GOSPEL TO THE POOR. HE HAS SENT ME TO PROCLAIM RELEASE TO THE CAPTIVES, AND RECOVERY OF SIGHT TO THE BLIND, TO SET FREE THOSE WHO ARE OPPRESSED, 19 TO PROCLAIM THE FAVORABLE YEAR OF THE LORD.”
Name 3 things discussed in which prayer is not
Prayer is not bargaining with God, making demands, or only asking God for things. It is A therapeutic meditation exercise, a way to control the Lord, and a way to show off one's spirituality to others.
God is not a genie
What does it mean that the Holy Spirit inspired the writing of the Bible?
The Holy Spirit guided men/Prophets to write down God's Word.
How many authors wrote the Bible?
40 Authors
Psalm 14:1 says: The _______has said in his ______, there is no ______
The fool has said in his heart, there is no God.
Which Apostle was a Historian, Physician, and Gentile?
Who is Luke
We pray to...
Name 5
Praise God, Thank God, Tell him how much we love Him, Enjoy His presence, tell him about our lives, intercede of others, make requests, seek guidance, ask for wisdom, fellowship.
Not my will, but Your will be done.
What is a Prophet's role?
To speak the words of God
Who wrote the Torah
Moses
Torah = Also known as the Pentateuch
Also known as the first 5
What do we say to someone who says, "God doesn't exist because you can't see him"
For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood through what has been made, so that they are without excuse.
- Romans 1:20 – His EVIDENCE is EVERYWHERE
- CREATION REVEALS A CREATOR.
Where do we find our scripture to defend his truth?
1 Peter 3:14-15
"But even if you should suffer for the sake of righteousness, you are blessed. And do not fear their intimidation, and do not be troubled, but Sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence."
Name 1 of the 3 ways prayer is offered
1. Offered in the name of Jesus - John 16:23
2. Offered in Faith - James 1:6
3. Offered in the power of the Holy Spirit -
Romans 8:26
What does our memory verse - 2 Timothy 3:16-17- say about how we got God's Word?
It was breathed (Inspired) out by God.