The Book of Malachi
The Council of Nicaea
The Orthodox Creed & Trinity
Salvation & the Church
Continue in What You Have Learned
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What message did God give to His people through Malachi in Chapter 1?

God expressed His love and rebuked the priests and people for their dishonor and disobedience.

100

Who was Arius and what did he falsely teach?

Arius taught that Jesus was not equal to the Father and was of less divinity.

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What is the Trinity?

The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

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Why did Jesus need to be both God and man?

Only God could save, but only a man could die for mankind’s sins.

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What does 2 Timothy 3:14 encourage us to do?

Continue in what you have learned and firmly believed.

200

According to Malachi 2, how did the people break God’s covenant?

They were unfaithful to each other and to God, especially through divorce and injustice.

200

Which saint defended the Orthodox faith against Arius?

St. Athanasius

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What Bible verse says 'I and My Father are one'?

John 10:30

200

What four characteristics does the Creed affirm about the Church?

One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic.

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Why is it important to follow the teachings of the Church Fathers?

They preserved the true faith and passed it to future generations.

300

What does Malachi 3 say about robbing God?

The people robbed God in tithes and offerings and were called to return to Him.

300

What year did the Council of Nicaea take place and how many bishops attended?

In 325 A.D., 318 bishops attended.

300

What is meant by the 'same essence' in the Trinity?

All three share the same divine attributes but are distinct (unique) in one.

300

How does the Church help us experience communion with God?

Through sacraments and spirituality.

300

What does the Church reject according to our believes?

Any teachings that different from the true Orthodox faith.

400

What prophecy does Malachi give about Elijah in Chapter 4?

Elijah will return before the Second Coming to restore families and prepare people for the Lord.

400

What happened to Arius and his followers after the Council of Nicaea?

They were excommunicated.

400

What does John 1:1 say about Jesus?

''In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.''

400

What are the 2 names that describe Jesus' role in offering Himself for our Salvation?

The Lamb of God and the High Priest.

400

How is the Orthodox faith described?

Rich in history, preserved through tribulation and truth.

500

How does the Old Testament end and how is it different from the New Testament’s ending?

The Old Testament ends with a curse, the New Testament ends with grace (Rev. 22:21).

500

What was St. Athanasius' role during the Council?

He argued against Arius' teachings and helped form the Nicene Creed.

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How does the Nicene Creed define the Orthodox faith?

It affirms the Holy Trinity and our belief in one God.

500

What verse shows the incarnation of Christ through Mary?

The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Highest will overshadow you; therefore, also, that Holy One who is to be born will be called the Son of God.(Luke 1:35)

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What is our responsibility according to our faith?

To remain faithful, reject heresies, and deliver the faith unchanged.