Biology: Separation of Light and Water

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What problem can arise from importing the language of perfection into pneumatology?

It emphasizes the role of human effort in salvation

It leads to a deeper understanding of the Spirit's work

It diminishes the importance of progress and reformation

It creates unrealistic ideals about the Christian life (correct)

What is the character of Christ's work according to the passage?

Incomplete and imperfect

Absolute, complete, and perfect (correct)

Relative and temporary

Conditional and dependent

What are key categories in the work of the Spirit according to the passage?

Progress and reformation (correct)

Faith and works

Sin and salvation

Perfection and idealism

What is the tone of the passage regarding the Christian life?

Realistic and nuanced Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between Christ's work and the Christian life according to the passage?

Christ's work is the foundation for the Christian life Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of God's omniscience?

Complete and universal knowledge of all things past, present, and future Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of the passage?

The tension between idealism and realism in Christian theology Signup and view all the answers

In which book and verse is God's measurement of the seas mentioned?

Isaiah 40:12 Signup and view all the answers

Who does the Bible say is in control of the kingdoms of the world?

God Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of God weighing the islands as if they were a small amount in a bucket?

It highlights God's judgment of the nations Signup and view all the answers

Which verse emphasizes God's measurement of the heavens with the span of His hand?

Isaiah 40:12 Signup and view all the answers

Which book mentions God's oversight of the angels?

Psalm 103 Signup and view all the answers

What does God's omniscience imply about His knowledge of the possible?

He has complete knowledge of the possible Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of God's weighing the mountains in a balance?

God's control over the forces of nature is absolute Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Holy Spirit in Christ's actions?

The Holy Spirit conceives, anoints, and sends Christ Signup and view all the answers

What is the problem with the schema of van Ruler?

It tears apart what ought to be together Signup and view all the answers

What is the connection between Christ and the Holy Spirit?

They are internally connected Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the redemption process?

The Holy Spirit enables confession of Christ Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the Holy Spirit's presence in Christ?

It mediates Christ's presence Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the schema of van Ruler?

It should be put back together Signup and view all the answers

What should not be done with Christ and the Holy Spirit?

They should be played off against each other Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between Christ's actions and the Holy Spirit?

Christ and the Holy Spirit work together Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

God's Characteristics

God is omniscient, possessing complete and universal knowledge of all things past, present, and future (Ps 104:24, 147:5, Isa 40:13,14, Heb 4:13).
God's knowledge includes not only actual events but also possible ones.

God's Separation

God separates light from darkness (Gen 1:4).
God separates the waters above from the waters below (Gen 1:7).
God separates the sea from the dry land (Gen 1:10).

God's Measurement

God measures the oceans with the hollow of His hand (Isa 40:12).

God's Weight

God weighs the mountains in a balance and the hills in a pair of scales (Isa 40:12).

God's Regard

God regards nations as a drop in a bucket (Isa 40:15).
God looks upon islands as small particles of dust (Isa 40:15).

God's View of Humanity

God views mankind as being of no account, like a mere breath (Isa 40:15).

Angels

Angels are subject to God's authority (Ps 103:20).

Satan

Satan is subject to God's authority (Job 1:12, 2:6).

Death

Death is subject to God's authority (Heb 2:14,15).

Christ's Work

Christ's work is characterized by perfection and completeness.
Christ's work includes not only actual accomplishments but also possibilities.

Progress and Reformation

Progress and reformation are key aspects of the Holy Spirit's work.

The Relationship between Christ and the Holy Spirit

The work of Christ is done with the Holy Spirit (conceived by the Spirit, anointed by the Spirit, sent by the Spirit, etc.).
The work of the Holy Spirit is done with Christ (anointing Christ, applying redemption in Christ, enabling confession of Christ, etc.).
The two are internally connected and should not be played off against each other.

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This quiz covers the separation of light and water in biological systems, including darkness, firmament, and space. It also touches on genesis and other related concepts.