Bible Chapter 13 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What do Hebrews 4:14-16 teach about Jesus?

Jesus is our great high priest who empathizes with our weaknesses and was tempted in every way without sin.

Does loving your neighbor mean agreeing on matters of faith?

No, loving your neighbor isn't dependent on harmony in your beliefs.

Why must truth claims about God be grounded in knowledge?

We need good reason for the beliefs we claim to be true.

What is tolerance?

The willingness to recognize and respect the dignity of those with whom one disagrees. Signup and view all the answers

Does Christianity's claim to have 'the truth' make Christians intolerant of others?

No, claiming truth doesn't make Christians intolerant. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'tolerance' mean in today's world?

Many see Christians as hypocritical judgers rather than truth bearers. Signup and view all the answers

What is postmodernism?

A skeptical worldview suspicious of metanarratives, teaching that ultimate reality is inaccessible. Signup and view all the answers

How has postmodernism influenced people's view of truth?

It has led people to believe that reality and truth are unknowable. Signup and view all the answers

What is relativism?

The theory that morality and truth have no universal validity and are only valid for the individuals holding them. Signup and view all the answers

How has relativism influenced people's view of truth?

Relativists claim that you cannot know objective truth. Signup and view all the answers

What is cultural pluralism?

The idea that truth is relative to each unique cultural identity. Signup and view all the answers

How has cultural pluralism influenced people's view on truth?

It suggests that religious beliefs are culturally derived and not objectively true. Signup and view all the answers

What is truth?

Something that aligns with the way things actually happen in the world. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between subjective and objective truth claims?

Subjective claims are based on personal beliefs; objective claims are universally true. Signup and view all the answers

Provide an example of an objective and subjective truth claim.

Objective: It is snowing; Subjective: I love the snow. Signup and view all the answers

Is 'religious' knowledge objective in the same way that 'scientific' or 'historical' knowledge is objective?

True Signup and view all the answers

Can statements about God be treated as objective truth claims?

False Signup and view all the answers

What are moral absolutes?

Objective, unchanging, and universal standards of right and wrong. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to say the Christian worldview is true?

It means that it best describes the world as it actually exists. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

High Priest and Faith

Jesus, the Son of God, is our great high priest who empathizes with human weaknesses and was tempted yet did not sin.
Believers are encouraged to approach God’s throne of grace with confidence to receive mercy and help.

Loving Your Neighbor

Loving your neighbor does not require agreement on faith matters.
Neighborliness involves sharing the truth and the Gospel with love.

Truth and Knowledge

Truth claims about God should be grounded in justified knowledge to be trustworthy.
Without good reasons for beliefs, they cannot be claimed as knowledge.

Tolerance

Tolerance involves recognizing and respecting individuals despite disagreements.
Claims of truth by Christians do not inherently lead to intolerance; it is the manner of sharing that may be problematic.

Perceptions of Christians

Christians are often viewed as judgmental rather than bearers of truth.
Biblical truth may offend some, but that should not deter its proclamation.

Postmodernism

A skeptical worldview characterized by suspicion towards metanarratives, proposing truth as a social construct.
Leads to the belief that reality and truth are subjective and depend on individual perceptions.

Relativism

Proposes that truth and morality are valid only for individuals and lack universal validity.
Promotes a view where no objective truth exists, making moral and religious claims purely personal.

Cultural Pluralism

Asserts that truth is relative to cultural identities shaped by unique values and practices.
Dismissing religious beliefs as mere cultural constructs undermines the validity of truth claims.

Understanding Truth

Truth is defined as alignment with actual occurrences in the world.
Differentiation between subjective (personal beliefs) and objective (universal truths) claims is essential.

Objective vs. Subjective Truth Claims

Objective truth: factual and true for everyone (e.g., "It is snowing").
Subjective truth: personal opinions or feelings (e.g., "I love the snow").

Religious Knowledge

Religious knowledge, like scientific or historical knowledge, can be examined and validated against reality.
Biblical records and philosophical arguments can support the truth of religious claims.

Faith and Truth Claims

Statements about God can be subjective but are often treated as objective truths based on faith.
Faith includes aspects of experience but cannot solely rely on emotions.

Moral Absolutes

Moral absolutes are objective, unchanging, and universal standards of right and wrong applicable to all.

Christian Worldview

The Christian worldview is proclaimed true if it accurately describes the world and aligns with observable reality, including the existence of moral absolutes.

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Test your knowledge with flashcards covering Hebrews 4:14-16. This quiz will help you remember key concepts and passages from this important scripture. Perfect for students of the Bible or anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Christian teachings.