Salvation
According to Ephesians 2:8-9, how are we saved?
By grace through faith in Christ, not by works.
What does baptism symbolize?
Death to sin and new life in Christ (Romans 6:4).
What do the bread and the cup represent?
Christ’s body and His blood shed for us.
What is the main purpose of prayer?
To communicate with God.
How many books are in the Bible, and how many authors wrote it?
66 books, about 40 authors.
What does it mean to “deny yourself” (Luke 9:23)?
Letting go of selfish control and following Jesus.
Who should be baptized according to the Bible?
Believers only — those who have put their faith in Christ.
Why do we examine ourselves before taking the Lord’s Supper?
So we take it in a worthy manner, discerning the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 11:27-29).
According to 1 Thessalonians 5:17, how often should we pray?
Without ceasing.
What does Romans 10:17 say about faith and the Word?
Faith comes by hearing, and hearing through the Word of Christ.
What is the difference between believing in Jesus and following Him?
Believing acknowledges Him; following means obedience and daily discipleship.
Is baptism what saves us?
No, baptism is a testimony of salvation already received.
Who should participate in the Lord’s Supper?
Believers who have trusted in Christ.
What is the meaning of “vain repetitions” in prayer (Matthew 6:7)?
Empty words without heart or faith.
According to 2 Timothy 3:16-17, what is Scripture useful for?
Teaching, rebuking, correcting, training in righteousness, equipping us to serve.
Can true salvation be lost? Why or why not?
No. Salvation is eternal because God secures us (John 10:28-29).
In Acts 2:41, what happened after people believed and were baptized?
They were added to the church community.
What does the Lord’s Supper remind us of until Christ comes again?
His death and the hope of His return.
What are the possible answers God gives to prayer?
Yes, No, Wait.
What’s the difference between saying the Bible “contains” the Word of God and “is” the Word of God?
It doesn’t just contain truth; it is God’s Word in its entirety.
What is the Roman Road in Scripture?
Romans 3:23, 6:23, 5:8, 10:9 — all have sinned, sin leads to death, Christ died for us, salvation comes by faith.
Why do Baptists practice baptism by immersion and not sprinkling?
Because immersion best represents death, burial, and resurrection.
How is the Lord’s Supper different from just a ritual meal?
It is an act of worship and remembrance instituted by Jesus Himself.
Who helps us when we don’t know how to pray, according to Romans 8:26?
The Holy Spirit.
What is one method of Bible study (like S.O.A.P.) and what does it stand for?
S.O.A.P.: Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer.