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Pastor Metzger Misc.
100
Not all religions believe in the triune God. Several that don't believe in Jesus as God do practice Baptism. Evaluate this statement: Those that don't believe in the triune God don't baptize according to God's command.
Correct. Jesus commands us to "Go and make disciples of all nations baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit."
100
Using one word, describe what the Ministry of the Keys is all about.
Forgiveness
100
What do we eat and drink when we receive Holy Communion?
Jesus' own body and blood in, with, and under the bread and the wine.
100
A young man stayed up very late on Saturday playing computer games with a friend. On Sunday he slept late and barely made it to church on time. AS he walked into church and saw the Communion vessels in the front of the church, he wondered whether it would be right for him to take Communion. If the young man were to ask your advice whether or not he should take Communion, what would you tell him?
A good answer would be to wait until you've had the chance to properly examine yourself before taking Communion. You'll have other chances, and God promises his forgiveness through other things (like the Absolution). Better to wait than to sin against the body and blood of Jesus.
100
What is Pastor Metzger's favorite football team?
Dallas Cowboys
200
Using examples from the Bible, support this statement: Baptism is for little children also.
"Go and make disciples of all nations..."
200
Evaluate this statement: Most of the duties of a pastor involve the use of the keys.
Correct. In sermons, in counseling, in education, the pastor is always using the Word of God whose two main teachings are the Law and the Gospel.
200
How do we know that Jesus wanted his disciples to continue celebrating Holy Communion?
Jesus commanded them, "Do this in remembrance of me," and said, "Whenever you eat/drink it."
200
What does it mean to be properly prepared for Holy Communion?
It means recognizing that Jesus' body and blood really are present in the sacrament, and repenting of all your sins.
200
What is Pastor Metzger's dog's name?
Evangeline (Evee) Lilly Metzger
300
How is it possible to receive forgiveness of sins through Baptism?
St. Paul says in Titus, chapter 3, "[God] saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. This is a trustworthy saying."
300
How can we say that when a pastor proclaims forgiveness to the church, it's as if Jesus himself is proclaiming forgiveness?
Jesus promises us, "Whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven."
300
Demonstrate that Holy Communion is a sacrament.
It was instituted by Jesus on Maundy Thursday. It uses the earthly elements of the bread and the wine. It promises, "Poured out for you for the forgiveness of sins."
300
What are the Means of Grace?
The Gospel in Word and sacrament.
300
What is Pastor Metzger's favorite color?
Green
400
Explain why Christian parents want to have their children baptized as soon as possible.
Christian parents want to give their children the gift of salvation and faith before anything bad or unexpected might happen.
400
Why is it important that we confess the sins we have committed against one another?
So that they can forgive us, and so that our relationship on earth might be mended.
400
What is a covenant? What covenant has God made with us through Holy Communion?
A covenant is a contract or promise. In Communion, God promises to forgive our sins.
400
People often ask to receive Holy Communion before going to the hospital for surgery. Why do you think they do that?
It's a good reminder that, if something should go wrong, they are in a good standing with God because their sins have been forgiven.
400
Where did Pastor Metzger grow up?
Montana
500
What is the meaning of Baptism for our daily life?
Baptism means that the old Adam in us should be drowned by daily contrition and repentance, and that all its evil deeds and desires be put to death. It also means that a new person should daily arise to live before God in righteousness and purity forever.
500
Why is it important to confess to our pastors the sins that especially trouble us?
The pastor can help us understand, through his use of God's Word, that our sins are forgiven and that we can amend our sinful lives.
500
Who receives the blessings God offers in Holy Communion?
Those who approach the altar with repentant hearts and believe that they are really receiving Jesus' true body and blood.
500
Evaluate this statement: Talking about sin makes people uncomfortable. In order to get more people to join the church, we shouldn't talk so much about sin and forgiveness.
Incorrect. Talking about sin and forgiveness is the whole reason we gather as Christians in the first place. Without talk of sin, we wouldn't realize we need salvation or a Savior and we'd be showing disrespect to Jesus and the sacrifice he made.
500
What is the name of Pastor Metzger's fiancee?
Lydia Margot Balge