Questions and Answers
If you are saved, you presently have eternal life.
True
A child of God can lose their status as a child of God.
False
The Holy Spirit predicted the sufferings of Christ and the glories that follow.
True
Prophets did not seek to understand the person or time of Christ's coming.
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The sufferings of Christ precede the glories that follow.
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Jesus experienced glory before coming to earth.
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Disciples will always be treated better than their master.
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Life was easy for Christ during His time on earth.
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Study Notes
Eternal Life and Salvation
- Salvation grants eternal life currently, not just in the future.
- Being a child of God ensures eternal belonging and identity as His.
- External circumstances, such as persecution (e.g., crucifixion by Nero), do not alter one’s status as a child of God.
Suffering and Glory
- Life's challenges and perceived unfairness do not diminish faith; Jesus endured hardships.
- The process of enduring tests strengthens and proves faith.
- Past prophecies referenced salvation, with the Holy Spirit inspiring prophets to seek understanding of Christ's sufferings and subsequent glories.
Prophecies and Understanding of Christ
- The Holy Spirit foretold both the sufferings and glories of Christ, emphasizing both are part of His narrative.
- Jewish expectation of the Messiah centered on glory, but failed to recognize the significance of suffering.
- Understanding scriptural prophecies involves acknowledging that suffering precedes glory in the experience of believers.
Discipleship and Jesus’ Example
- Disciples can expect treatment similar to Jesus, including suffering and rejection.
- Jesus’ journey included an initial phase of suffering before returning to a state of higher glory.
- The pattern established by Jesus teaches that sufferings are integral to the faith journey, leading to eventual glory.
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Description
Explore the profound concepts of eternal life and salvation as foundational elements of Christian faith. This quiz delves into the relationship between suffering and glory, examining how challenges strengthen faith and align with scriptural prophecies about Christ. Test your understanding of these spiritual themes and their implications for believers.
