Questions and Answers
What was true about all humanity after the fall?
They are sinful by nature.
According to Isaiah 59:1-2, what separates us from God?
Our sins.
What kind of prayer did the Levites lead the people in after the wall around Jerusalem was rebuilt?
A confession reviewing God's faithfulness in the past.
Which of the following best describes the primary ministry of the Old Testament prophets?
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What is the central theme of wisdom literature?
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What does Shuster propose is God's reason for having Him at the center of our lives?
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In the final words of the book of Judges, the statement 'In those days there was no king in Israel. Each man did what was right in his own eyes' means that the people were sinful and rebellious.
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Who took Judah captive when the people of Judah were exiled?
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According to Shuster, what is the problem with the world?
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What is the earliest prophecy given in Genesis 3:15 known as?
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The history of humanity is best characterized by a departure from ______.
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Who were Israel's first kings?
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Match the following results of the fall (sin of Adam and Eve) with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Humanity and Sin
- Humanity is inherently sinful due to the fall, impacting all individuals.
- Isaiah 59:1-2 emphasizes that sin creates a separation from God.
Rebuilding and Worship
- After the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall, the Levites led a confession prayer that highlighted God's historical faithfulness.
Role of Old Testament Prophets
- Prophets primarily served to pronounce judgment against Israel for their actions.
Wisdom Literature
- The central theme in wisdom literature is the Fear of the Lord, which denotes reverence and awe towards God.
God's Intentions
- God desires for individuals to understand that placing Him at the center of their lives is essential for making wise decisions.
Israel’s Condition
- The final statement in Judges reflects a period of sinfulness and rebellion, indicating that each person acted according to their subjective morality.
Babylonian Exile
- Judah fell to Babylon during their period of exile, marking a significant historical and theological moment.
Original Sin
- According to Shuster, articulated in the discussion of original sin, the root issue in the world lies in individual sins, as supported by G.K. Chesterton.
Proto-Evangelium
- Genesis 3:15 contains the proto-evangelium, recognized as the first instance of the gospel message.
History of Humanity
- Humanity’s history is characterized predominantly by a move away from wisdom, indicating a decline in moral and ethical standards.
First Kings of Israel
- The initial kings of Israel include Saul, David, and Solomon, each playing crucial roles in the nation’s early history.
Consequences of the Fall
- The fall resulted in various forms of suffering:
- Introduction of death
- Painful childbirth
- Difficult labor
- Emergence of weeds
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Test your understanding of the core concepts from Topic 3 of the CWV curriculum. This quiz focuses on key Biblical principles, including humanity's nature after the fall and the importance of confession in worship. Enhance your knowledge of scriptural references and their implications for faith.
