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What does the Greek word 'Ekklesia' mean?
What does the Greek word 'Ekklesia' mean?
- The lords or what belongs to the Lord
- Assembly of citizens enjoying full civil rights (correct)
- Unity created and sustained by the Holy Spirit
- Refers to the mystery of the church
Why is the church considered a mystery?
Why is the church considered a mystery?
- It's a reality we can never fully grasp because there is always more to learn
- Its very nature can never be grasped by the power of reason alone (correct)
- It refers to an assembly of citizens enjoying full civil rights
- It's hidden in God and can never be known unless revealed by God himself
What does the English word 'church' derive from?
What does the English word 'church' derive from?
- Mystery and sacrament
- Unity created and sustained by the Holy Spirit
- Assembly of citizens enjoying full civil rights
- Kyriarke, which means 'The lords' or 'What Belongs to the Lord' (correct)
What does the term 'Kyriarke' mean?
What does the term 'Kyriarke' mean?
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What is the corporate presence of God in Christ with a unity created and sustained by the Holy Spirit?
What is the corporate presence of God in Christ with a unity created and sustained by the Holy Spirit?
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What does the Greek word 'Ekklesia' mean?
What does the Greek word 'Ekklesia' mean?
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What does the English word 'church' derive from?
What does the English word 'church' derive from?
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Why is the Church considered a mystery?
Why is the Church considered a mystery?
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What does 'Kyriarke' mean?
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What is the corporate presence of God in Christ with a unity created and sustained by the Holy Spirit?
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Ekklesia
- The Greek word "Ekklesia" translates to "assembly" or "gathering," often referring to a group of people called out for a specific purpose, particularly in a religious context.
Mystery of the Church
- The Church is considered a mystery because it embodies profound spiritual truths that transcend human understanding, emphasizing the divine nature of its existence and purpose.
Derivation of the English word "Church"
- The English word "church" is derived from the Greek "Kyriakon," meaning "of the Lord" or "belonging to the Lord," suggesting a connection to Jesus Christ.
Kyriarke
- "Kyriarke" refers to the Lord's house or the church as a place dedicated to the worship of God, signifying its importance as a spiritual sanctuary for believers.
Corporate Presence of God
- The corporate presence of God in Christ reflects a collective unity among believers, created and sustained by the Holy Spirit, promoting a sense of community and shared faith.
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