BLM
What does the acronymn BLM stand for?
Black Lives Matter
Mark 12:30-31 says to "Love the Lord your God" and "Love your neighbor as yourself" except for when?
Never - "There is no greater commandment than these"
True/False: Having mental health issues is something to be ashamed of.
False
Who asks, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?"
Jesus
This year's Olympics will be held in what city?
Tokyo
List a reason why this topic is controversial.
Systemic Racism/No Racism - Racism in the bible
Institutions/Decentralization - Church and church structure
Socialism/Capitalism - Kingdom economics, stewardship
Nuclear Family/Villages - Biological vs. church family
Defund Police/Police Rights - Chaos and order; safety, protection, sacrifice
Systemic injustice, generational sin, reparations
What does it mean that the bible is inerrant and authoritative in our lives?
The bible is without error and reveals truth on how to live.
Name two types of mental illnesses.
Anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, behavior disorder, personality disorder, PTSD, eating disorders, phobias, and more
19 Or do you not know that your ______ is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, 20 for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your _____. - 1 Cor 6:19-20 (ESV)
body
Jeff and Liz both graduated from what university?
Texas A&M
True/False: The BLM movement began in 2013 in response to finding George Zimmerman, who shot Trayvon Martin, not guilty.
True
What does each letter in LGBTQ stand for?
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer
True/False: Suicide is the third leading cause of death among ages 10-34.
False. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among ages 10-34.
DISCUSSION: What is the context of Philippians 4:13 and why should you not take it out of context?
The context is that Paul is talking about hardship and that God gives him strength to persevere through it. This verse does not mean that God can help us do anything.
What is an example of cancel culture?
Somebody posting something offensive on social media and people call for their removal from various things like their current job or sponsorships.
What type of leadership structure does BLM have?
Decentralized, they emphasize local organizing over national leadership
DISCUSSION: Name one of the "clobber" passages in the bible and whether or not it is an applicable passage on this topic.
Romans 1:18-32
1 Corinthians 6:9-10 1 Timothy 1:8-10
Leviticus 18 & 20
Genesis 19
DISCUSSION: What are some ways you can help someone who is suffering from a mental illness?
Love, pray, listen, share gospel, encourage to seek professional help.
Which book are these questions from: "How can a man be born when he is old? Can he enter a second time into his mother's womb and be born?"
John
What is one question you should ask yourself when trying to determine if something is a sin?
What is my motivation, is it considered sin in the Bible, is it an idol, am I leading others to sin, does this glorify God, is it wise
DISCUSSION: Find a passage that supports 1 out of the 3 biblical themes covered in class and briefly describe how it applies to this topic.
Imago Dei, the image of God & human dignity
Jesus & marginalized people
All tribes, tongues, and nations
What is a christian resource to learn more about this topic given during or emailed after class?
Look at the email
What does ADHD stand for?
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Who asks the first recorded question in the Bible?
The serpent (Satan): "Did God actually say, ‘You shall not eat of any tree in the garden’?"
DISCUSSION: Is a hot dog a sandwich?
NO