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What is the Incarnation?
What is the Incarnation?
The Son of God assuming human nature to accomplish salvation.
Who is referred to as the 'Word' in the Gospel of John?
Who is referred to as the 'Word' in the Gospel of John?
Jesus
I am sending you out as ____.
I am sending you out as ____.
lambs among wolves
What does 'Daily Bread' in the Lord's Prayer imply?
What does 'Daily Bread' in the Lord's Prayer imply?
What phrase did Jesus use to describe the task ahead of the seventy-two?
What phrase did Jesus use to describe the task ahead of the seventy-two?
What Church doctrine is primarily emphasized in the introduction of the Gospel of John?
What Church doctrine is primarily emphasized in the introduction of the Gospel of John?
What were the seventy-two instructed not to carry on their journey? (Select all that apply)
What were the seventy-two instructed not to carry on their journey? (Select all that apply)
Primarily, what does the Lord's Prayer teach us to seek?
Primarily, what does the Lord's Prayer teach us to seek?
In the case of a person who used drugs for the first time, should we forgive him/her?
In the case of a person who used drugs for the first time, should we forgive him/her?
What does 'Divine Dignity' in the doctrine of Incarnation imply?
What does 'Divine Dignity' in the doctrine of Incarnation imply?
What does 'Theocentric' imply?
What does 'Theocentric' imply?
What does 'Holy/Sanctified' imply?
What does 'Holy/Sanctified' imply?
What does 'Mission' refer to in a religious context?
What does 'Mission' refer to in a religious context?
What is the meaning of 'Incarnation'?
What is the meaning of 'Incarnation'?
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Study Notes
Doctrine of Incarnation
- Defined as the Son of God assuming human nature to achieve salvation.
- Highlights the concept of "Divine Dignity" where humanity shares God's image through Jesus’ Incarnation.
The Word Became Flesh (Gospel of John)
- The 'Word' refers to Jesus, described in John 1:1 as both with God and as God.
- The doctrine of Incarnation is emphasized in the introduction of the Gospel of John.
Jesus Sends Seventy-two Followers
- Jesus instructs His followers to go as "lambs among wolves," indicating vulnerability and the challenges ahead.
- He notes that "The Harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few," stressing the abundance of spiritual opportunities and the scarcity of laborers.
- Followers are told to carry no moneybags, knapsacks, or sandals, emphasizing dependence on God and simplicity in their mission.
The Lord’s Prayer
- ‘Daily Bread’ implies both temporal (physical) and spiritual needs.
- Teaches believers to seek God’s Kingdom and righteousness as primary priorities.
- In cases of forgiveness, such as someone using drugs for the first time, emphasizes the importance of extending forgiveness, affirming their deserving nature.
Overall Themes
- The importance of Incarnation in Christian doctrine, emphasizing God's closeness to humanity.
- The call to action and reliance on God in Christian missions, as seen through Jesus' instructions to His followers.
- Central tenets of prayer showcasing dependence on God for both physical and spiritual sustenance.
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