50 Questions
What is the primary focus of salvation in the New Testament?
Deliverance from sin and its consequences
In addition to deliverance from sin, what else does 'soteria' refer to in the New Testament?
Deliverance from consequences of wrongdoing
According to the text, what is justification in the context of salvation?
Being declared righteous by God and acquitted
What does regeneration refer to in the context of salvation?
Being given life by God when spiritually dead
What does reconciliation signify in the context of salvation?
Being turned from an enemy of God to His friend
In the context of salvation, what does assurance refer to?
The spiritual certainty of sins forgiven and justification before God
What is one of the steps to being saved according to the text?
Confessing Jesus as Lord
How can one know they are born again based on the text?
Testimonies of the Bible and the Holy Spirit
What does sanctification refer to in the context of salvation?
Being set apart for God's use
What is the age condition mentioned in relation to being eligible for baptism?
The age of accountability
According to the text, what is the primary focus of baptism?
Preparing the new believer for becoming a disciple of Christ
What does false repentance (Metamelomai) involve according to the text?
Remorse without genuine change and is not forgiven by God
What is the key characteristic of true repentance according to the text?
Godly sorrow, confession, and a willingness to give up sin
According to the text, what is the definition of faith?
A conviction based on God's character and ability. Evidence of the unseen
What is the significance of water baptism according to the text?
An outward declaration of an inward change and a public profession of faith
What is necessary for effective faith in God according to the text?
Having the right attitudes of mind and growing in knowledge of God
What is baptism by one Spirit into one body according to the text?
Being filled with the Holy Spirit
What does water baptism bring according to the text?
A change in state of position and membership in the church
True or false: Spiritual authority in the church is ordained by God and God alone
True
True or false: Jesus has delegated His authority to spiritually qualified leaders in His church
True
True or false: Leaders need to bring those in their care to a place where they are responsible, caring, and supportive of one another
True
Members of the church should pray for their leaders and their families.
True
Humble submission is submission to an imperfect being.
True
If God's delegated authority asks us to do something contrary to God's will, we must obey the higher authority.
True
Leaders should be able to keep their sheep in rank so that they are in step with one another and with God.
True
What is the purpose of the laying on of hands according to the text?
To physically transmit blessings and spiritual gifts
What can be transferred through the laying on of hands?
Positive or negative spiritual influences
What is sometimes accompanied by the laying on of hands?
Prayer, prophecy, or a word of command
What does the caution against being hasty in laying on of hands involve?
Showing care as to who we lay our hands on and who we allow to lay hands upon us
What is the etymology of the word 'Church'?
From the Greek compound word 'ECCLESIA'
What is the primary purpose of the Church according to the text?
To have a personal relationship with God and the gathering of His people in worship
What does the text emphasize about the new birth in Christ Jesus?
It is a public matter and should be proclaimed to everyone
What is the significance of being 'called together'?
It reflects the unity and communal aspect of the Church
What is the future inheritance that believers are called to enjoy according to the text?
Eternal life in heaven prepared by God
What does Christ's statement about being gathered in His name signify?
It highlights the presence of Christ in any gathering of believers
What does the 'Bride' imagery of the Church signify according to the text?
An indication of the Church's commitment to purity and oneness with Christ
What concept does the 'Flock of God' represent in the context of the Church?
Depicting the security, feeding, and care provided by leaders to the believers
What does the 'God’s fellow-worker' concept imply in relation to the Church?
A privilege with responsibility
What does the 'Army of God' imagery encompass in the context of the Church?
Embracing both the dead (Church triumphant) and the living (Church militant)
What does the word 'rapture' mean based on the text?
Taken up
What does the verb 'harpazo' refer to in the context of Acts 8:39 based on the text?
A swift, violent grab
According to the text, when will the resurrection of believers occur?
At the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ
Who are the judges in the eternal judgement according to the text?
God and Jesus
What is the purpose of teaching on eternal judgement according to the text?
To highlight God's grace and mercy
According to the text, what awaits sinners after judgement due to sin, ungodliness, unrighteousness, disobedience, and trespass?
'Everlasting' punishment
What will mark Christ's coming during the rapture?
A shout, the voice of the archangel, and a trumpet
Where will the rapture occur according to the text?
In the air
What is the second lesson for future events in the Christian life according to the text?
The resurrection of the dead
What does the resurrection of Jesus establish according to the text?
Christ's authority as the first-fruit of those who have fallen asleep and His identity as the Son of God
What is mentioned about those who are alive at the time of the rapture?
'Their bodies will be changed to incorruptible'
Study Notes
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According to the Bible, salvation is necessary for entering the Kingdom of God (John 3:3-5)
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There are several pictures of salvation in the Bible, including:
- Justification: Believers in Christ are declared righteous by God (Rom 3:26, 8:33, Titus 3:7)
- Redemption: Believers are freed from the bondage of sin (1 Peter 1:18-19)
- Regeneration: God gives life to the spiritually dead (1 Peter 1:23)
- Adoption: God places believers in His family as full sons (Rom 8:15)
- Reconciliation: God turns enemies into friends (Rom 5:10, 11)
- Sacrifice: Christ's death in place of sinners (Heb 9:26-28)
- Propitiation: God's wrath against sin is turned away (Rom 3:25)
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Salvation includes assurance and sanctification
- Assurance: Believers have the certainty of forgiven sins, justification, and eternal life (John 5:24, Rom 8:1)
- Sanctification: Believers experience the power of God to save them from sin (Phil 2:12)
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Regeneration is an experience for all men (2 Cor. 1:10)
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The Bible records that man's problem is sin (Rom 3:23)
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The Bible defines sin as missing the mark, deliberately doing wrong, a state of being trapped, or anything not in harmony with God's standards (Judges 20:16, Col 2:13, Ps 1:6, etc.)
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The origin of sin is traced to Satan's pride and subsequent expulsion from heaven (Isaiah 14:12-17, Ezekiel 28:11-18, Rev 12:7-12, 2 Peter 2:1-6)
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The sinful nature, like many illnesses, is congenital and transmitted through generations (Ex 20:5, 20:6)
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The consequences of sin include grieving God's heart (Gen 6:5-7)
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The rapture, the event when Jesus Christ returns for His followers, will take place when He comes (15:37-53).
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Christ's coming will be marked by a shout, the voice of the archangel, and a trumpet (1 Thessalonians 4:16).
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The dead in Christ will be the first to rise with new, incorruptible bodies (1 Corinthians 15:23, 1 Thessalonians 4:16).
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Believers who are alive at the time will have their bodies changed to incorruptible (1 Corinthians 15:51-52).
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The rapture will be sudden and swift, happening "in the twinkling of an eye" (1 Corinthians 15:52).
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The rapture will occur "in the air" (1 Thessalonians 4:17).
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The rapture is the hope of all believers, and they are called to be ready for Christ's coming (Matthew 24:42-44).
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The rapture is a subject of debate among Christians, with some believing it will occur before (pre-tribulationists), during (mid-tribulationists), or after (post-tribulationists) the tribulation.
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The resurrection of the dead is the second lesson for future events in the Christian life.
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The fact of the dead rising to life is clear in the Bible (1 Corinthians 15:12; Luke 20:27; Acts 23:6-8).
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Resurrection is seen in the Old Testament (1 Kings 17:17-24; 2 Kings 4:32-35; 2 Kings 13:21; Matthew 27:52, 53).
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Resurrection is seen in the New Testament through Jesus (Mark 5:35-43; Luke 7:11-17; John 11:1-45), Peter (Acts 9:36-42), and Paul (Acts 20:9-12).
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The resurrection of Jesus is the greatest example of those who have been and will be raised from the dead (Matthew 28:11-15; Acts 1:3).
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The significance and truth of Christ's resurrection is infinite, and it gives meaning to the Christian life here on earth (1 Corinthians 15:3-4).
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The resurrection establishes Christ's authority as the first-fruit of those who have fallen asleep and declares Him as the Son of God (Romans 1:4).
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The resurrection justifies believers and defeats death (Romans 4:25; 6:8-9).
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The resurrection provides a Priest on the throne of God (Colossians 1:18; Romans 8:29).
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The future judgement is assured (Acts 17:3).
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The resurrection is spoken of in various scriptures (1 Corinthians 15:20, 23; Colossians 1:18; Romans 8:29).
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The resurrection is a cause for great joy and hope for believers (1 Corinthians 15:55-57; Romans 8:24).
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Some people will be left behind after the rapture (Matthew 24:40, 41; 25:1-13).
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People left behind still have a chance of salvation, but they will have to renounce the worship of the anti-Christ, suffer the consequence of death by beheading, and be rewarded for their stand (Revelation 20:4).
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The believers are called to prepare for Christ's coming, love His appearing, long for His coming, wait for His coming, and pray for His coming (2 Timothy 4:8; James 5:7; 1 Corinthians 1:7; Titus 2:13; Matthew 6:10; Revelation 22:20).
Test your knowledge on the teachings from the Believer’s Bible Class. Unless otherwise stated, all scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New King James Version (NKJV) and other versions like NIV, KJV, GNB, God’s Word, BBE, MSG, LEB and NLT may be referenced.
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