Category 1
How is Jesus described in John 1:1-4?
The Word, who was God and Creator, giving life and light
What does prayer connect us to?
Both God and community
What does "God-breathed" mean regarding Scripture (2 Timothy 3:16-17)?
Directly inspired by God
What is one reason prayer may not be answered immediately?
To develop our faith
What is the first line of the Lord's Prayer?
"Our Father, who art in heaven"
What does the phrase "Give us this day our daily bread" signify?
Trusting God for daily provision both physical and spiritual
From Romans 1:24-32, what is one ongoing effect of sin?
Idolatry and harmful behaviors that separate us from God
According to the inductive Bible study method, which step involves asking "What does the text mean?"
Interpretation
According to Genesis 1:26-31, what makes humans unique compared to the rest of creation?
They are created in God's image and given dominion
What does "Forgive us our debts/trespasses" in the Lord's Prayer emphasize?
Maintaining relationships through forgiveness
What role does the Holy Spirit play in Romans 8:1-2, 9?
It frees believers from sin and death
What impact did the printing press have on the Bible?
Made it affordable and more accessible
What was the main criterion for New Testament canonicity?
Connection to Jesus
In Psalm 51:1-12, what does David's confession demonstrate faith in?
God’s Mercy and forgiveness
According to Deuteronomy 4:29, what does seeking God in prayer require?
Seeking with all your heart and soul to find Him
Why isn’t the Bible arranged in chronological order?
Because it is organized by genre and theme
How can we adapt the concept of forgiveness from Ephesians 4:32 to modern conflicts?
Forgive as Christ forgave
What should prayer focus on instead of just making requests for our needs?
A relationship with God, asking what He wants
Why might we question Gnosticism's view of the physical world?
It teaches the physical world is evil, contradicting God's declaration that creation is good
What languages was the Bible originally written in?
Hebrew, Aramaic, Greek
How is Jesus' sacrifice described in Philippians 2:5-8?
Humbling Himself to become human and die on the cross
From the Lord's Prayer, what does "Thy kingdom come, thy will be done” emphasize?
Submission to God's perfect plan
What does "Apocryphal" mean?
Non-canonical or hidden writings
2 Chronicles 7:14:
“If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”
What are the four major themes of the Bible’s narrative?
Creation, The Fall, Redemption, Restoration