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What significant request did Naaman make to Elisha regarding his duties?
What significant request did Naaman make to Elisha regarding his duties?
- To be excused from bowing in the temple of Rimmon. (correct)
- To build a temple for the God of Israel.
- To renounce his position as general.
- To worship the gods of Syria exclusively.
What was the temple of Rimmon primarily built to honor?
What was the temple of Rimmon primarily built to honor?
- God of the sea.
- God of wisdom.
- God of storms, Hadad. (correct)
- God of fertility.
How did Elisha respond to Naaman's request regarding his act of bowing?
How did Elisha respond to Naaman's request regarding his act of bowing?
- He condemned Naaman's actions.
- He granted a detailed explanation.
- He ordered Naaman to abandon his position.
- He said, 'Go in peace.' (correct)
What transformation did Naaman experience?
What transformation did Naaman experience?
What was Naaman's role before his conversion?
What was Naaman's role before his conversion?
What did Naaman plan to do upon returning to Syria?
What did Naaman plan to do upon returning to Syria?
How did Elisha likely view Naaman's act of bowing in a foreign temple?
How did Elisha likely view Naaman's act of bowing in a foreign temple?
What was the primary influence of Naaman's conversion on others?
What was the primary influence of Naaman's conversion on others?
What was Gehazi chastised for in the conversion story of Naaman?
What was Gehazi chastised for in the conversion story of Naaman?
What should motivate individuals to share their faith according to the content?
What should motivate individuals to share their faith according to the content?
Which biblical figure was mentioned as an example of God's grace extending outside Israel?
Which biblical figure was mentioned as an example of God's grace extending outside Israel?
What does the missio Dei refer to?
What does the missio Dei refer to?
What does Elisha's healing of Naaman represent in the context of evangelism?
What does Elisha's healing of Naaman represent in the context of evangelism?
Which of the following is emphasized as a requirement for sharing the gospel?
Which of the following is emphasized as a requirement for sharing the gospel?
How does the New Testament portray evangelism after Jesus' resurrection?
How does the New Testament portray evangelism after Jesus' resurrection?
What does Colossians 1 focus on concerning Christ's role?
What does Colossians 1 focus on concerning Christ's role?
Which lesson is conveyed through Gehazi's story?
Which lesson is conveyed through Gehazi's story?
What was Naaman's initial reaction to Elisha's instructions?
What was Naaman's initial reaction to Elisha's instructions?
What role do ambassadors for Christ have according to the content?
What role do ambassadors for Christ have according to the content?
What is highlighted as a necessity for engaging in evangelism?
What is highlighted as a necessity for engaging in evangelism?
What does the biblical narrative encourage regarding the nations?
What does the biblical narrative encourage regarding the nations?
What representation is used to show God's authority over all things?
What representation is used to show God's authority over all things?
What is the main role of Christians as stated in the writings of Paul?
What is the main role of Christians as stated in the writings of Paul?
What does the term 'apostolic' signify in the context of evangelism?
What does the term 'apostolic' signify in the context of evangelism?
According to the writings, what is the source of the call for evangelism?
According to the writings, what is the source of the call for evangelism?
What does the 'missio Dei' represent?
What does the 'missio Dei' represent?
What is one of the forms of alienation described in the Genesis story?
What is one of the forms of alienation described in the Genesis story?
What does Paul identify as the 'works of the flesh'?
What does Paul identify as the 'works of the flesh'?
In the context of sharing the faith, what does the term 'reconciliation' imply?
In the context of sharing the faith, what does the term 'reconciliation' imply?
What aspect does the Nicene Creed emphasize about the Church?
What aspect does the Nicene Creed emphasize about the Church?
What does the alienation from self entail as described in Genesis 3?
What does the alienation from self entail as described in Genesis 3?
What are Christians encouraged to share in the context of evangelism?
What are Christians encouraged to share in the context of evangelism?
What does economic inequality represent in the context of human brokenness?
What does economic inequality represent in the context of human brokenness?
What ultimately leads to feelings of alienation from each other?
What ultimately leads to feelings of alienation from each other?
What is a critical reason for Christians to engage in evangelism?
What is a critical reason for Christians to engage in evangelism?
How does the fall in Genesis impact humanity's relationship with creation?
How does the fall in Genesis impact humanity's relationship with creation?
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Study Notes
Naaman's Conversion and Growth
- Naaman, an Aramean general, undergoes a significant transformation after healing, realizing his faith will influence his daily life.
- He seeks Elisha's pardon for bowing in the temple of Rimmon, reflecting a conflict between his new faith in God and his duties.
- The temple of Rimmon in Damascus honors Hadad, the storm god, indicating Naaman's past practices were seen as acts of worship.
- Elisha's response, "Go in peace," signifies God's grace, highlighting the transformative power of faith over external rituals.
Gehazi's Warning
- Gehazi, Elisha's servant, is condemned for his greed and lack of humility, contrasting with Naaman's transformation.
- His desire to profit from Naaman’s wealth serves as a caution against ulterior motives in evangelism.
- Questions arise regarding the integrity of one's motives in ministry, highlighting potential biases and self-interest in outreach efforts.
Biblical Foundations for Evangelism
- Naaman's story exemplifies God's mission (missio Dei) to reconcile humanity, which is integral to the biblical narrative.
- The Abrahamic blessing emphasizes that Abraham and his descendants are meant to be a blessing to all nations, showcasing God's inclusive nature.
- Numerous biblical figures (e.g., Melchizedek, Ruth, Nineveh) illustrate God's grace reaching beyond Israel.
New Testament Mandate
- Jesus sends disciples to share the good news, representing a continuation of God’s outreach to all nations.
- Scriptural commands from Matthew 28:18–20 and Acts 1:8 underline the call for evangelism to all peoples, reinforcing the church's mission.
Theological Basis for Evangelism
- The triune nature of God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—focuses on calling and sending, emphasizing the church's role in God's mission.
- Paul describes Christians as ambassadors for Christ, signifying that evangelism stems from God's reconciling work through Jesus.
Ecclesiological Insight
- The church is described in the Nicene Creed as "one, holy, catholic, and apostolic," indicating its universal mission rooted in apostolic teachings.
- The term "apostolic" signifies a church called to actively share a transformative message.
Understanding Human Condition
- Human brokenness is evident through societal issues: violence, inequality, and fractured relationships.
- Paul's description of "works of the flesh" in Galatians highlights the pervasive moral failures affecting human existence.
- The account of the fall in Genesis 3 outlines alienation from God, self, others, and creation, framing the need for reconciliation.
Importance of Evangelism
- Sharing faith responds to the human experience of alienation and offers hope, healing, and purpose.
- Testimonies of personal transformation underscore the impact of conversion, emphasizing the beauty of the Christian narrative.
- Evangelism is seen as a participation in God's larger mission of reconciliation and restoration in the world.
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