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What is the source of the communion in the Church?
What is the source of the communion in the Church?
- The community of believers
- The Sacraments of the Church
- The Apostolic teachings
- God's Trinitarian communion (correct)
Which event is considered the 'birth of the Church'?
Which event is considered the 'birth of the Church'?
- The Pentecost Event (correct)
- The Great Commission
- The Last Supper
- The Ascension of Jesus
How does God draw His people together according to the content?
How does God draw His people together according to the content?
- Through the establishment of doctrines
- Through His Holy Spirit (correct)
- Through the guidance of bishops
- Through the teachings of the Apostles
Which statement best describes the Church's relationship with the Old Testament?
Which statement best describes the Church's relationship with the Old Testament?
What role does the Holy Spirit have in the Church?
What role does the Holy Spirit have in the Church?
What best defines the Church as mentioned in the content?
What best defines the Church as mentioned in the content?
What is meant by 'personal communion' within the Church?
What is meant by 'personal communion' within the Church?
What is the nature of the Church described in the content?
What is the nature of the Church described in the content?
What is the primary purpose of the church according to the content?
What is the primary purpose of the church according to the content?
What imagery does Paul use to explain the foundation of the church?
What imagery does Paul use to explain the foundation of the church?
How does the church reflect God's nature?
How does the church reflect God's nature?
What aspect of biblical prophecy is emphasized in relation to the church?
What aspect of biblical prophecy is emphasized in relation to the church?
According to Paul, who are considered fellow citizens with God's people?
According to Paul, who are considered fellow citizens with God's people?
What does the quote from Paul in Ephesians 3:20–21 signify about God's capabilities?
What does the quote from Paul in Ephesians 3:20–21 signify about God's capabilities?
What foundational role do the apostles and prophets play in the structure of the church?
What foundational role do the apostles and prophets play in the structure of the church?
What does the reference to Abraham's promise illustrate about God's intentions?
What does the reference to Abraham's promise illustrate about God's intentions?
What does the church symbolize when referred to as the body of Christ?
What does the church symbolize when referred to as the body of Christ?
In the context of the church as the bride of Christ, what is emphasized about the church?
In the context of the church as the bride of Christ, what is emphasized about the church?
What does it mean for the church to be described as the temple of the Spirit?
What does it mean for the church to be described as the temple of the Spirit?
When referring to the church as the new humanity, which of the following is true?
When referring to the church as the new humanity, which of the following is true?
What is the primary distinction when discussing the local church compared to the universal church?
What is the primary distinction when discussing the local church compared to the universal church?
Which of the following best characterizes the universal church?
Which of the following best characterizes the universal church?
What aspect of the church as the family of God is highlighted in its description?
What aspect of the church as the family of God is highlighted in its description?
What does the statement that the church belongs to God and he belongs to the church imply?
What does the statement that the church belongs to God and he belongs to the church imply?
What function does Christ serve in relation to the church?
What function does Christ serve in relation to the church?
Which groups contributed to the foundation of the church?
Which groups contributed to the foundation of the church?
What role did the apostles have in the early church?
What role did the apostles have in the early church?
What was the purpose of the prophets in the early church?
What was the purpose of the prophets in the early church?
After laying the foundation, which roles continued to build the church?
After laying the foundation, which roles continued to build the church?
How are both Jews and Gentiles described in relation to God's household?
How are both Jews and Gentiles described in relation to God's household?
What does it mean that the foundation of the church was 'not laid again'?
What does it mean that the foundation of the church was 'not laid again'?
What distinguishes the roles of pastors and teachers in the church?
What distinguishes the roles of pastors and teachers in the church?
What does the Church signify in terms of humanity?
What does the Church signify in terms of humanity?
Which aspect highlights the Church as a sacrament of salvation?
Which aspect highlights the Church as a sacrament of salvation?
How does the Holy Spirit contribute to the Church?
How does the Holy Spirit contribute to the Church?
What characterizes the Church as the People of God under the new covenant?
What characterizes the Church as the People of God under the new covenant?
Which biblical figure's teachings ratify the new covenant established by Jesus?
Which biblical figure's teachings ratify the new covenant established by Jesus?
What significant event initiated changes for those who know Jesus according to the new covenant?
What significant event initiated changes for those who know Jesus according to the new covenant?
In the context of the Church, what does the term 'sacrament' emphasize?
In the context of the Church, what does the term 'sacrament' emphasize?
What is the role of the Church in relation to the seven sacraments?
What is the role of the Church in relation to the seven sacraments?
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Study Notes
God's Call and the Church
- God calls people together to form a unified body, inviting all to share in His divine goodness and love through Christ.
- The Church's foundation originates from God's Trinitarian communion of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
- Personal communion exists among Church members, binding them to the Lord and each other.
Nature of the Church
- The Church functions as a visible sign of God's love and serves as a sacrament, representing Christ.
- Its establishment began with God the Father's preparation, was founded by Jesus, and is renewed and guided by the Holy Spirit.
- The Church emerged on Pentecost when believers responded to Christ's teachings about God's kingdom.
Definition and Community of the Church
- The Church represents the new covenant people of God, rooted in Old Testament promises and initiated through the Holy Spirit.
- It encompasses all believers (universal church) and local gatherings, emphasizing continuity with the Old Testament.
- The community of Jesus began at Pentecost, marking a significant renewal of God's covenant with humanity.
The Church as Sacrament
- Sacraments are visible signs that impart grace, uniting humanity and God.
- The Church, as the sacrament of Christ, makes Him present through the proclamation of the Word, administration of sacraments, and service.
The Church's Characteristics
- The Church as a mixed community under the old covenant transforms into the unified people of God in the new covenant.
- Biblical images illustrate the Church's identity: the body of Christ, bride of Christ, temple of the Spirit, new humanity, and family of God.
- The Church's relationship with God reflects the ultimate fulfillment of His promises, expected in the new heavens and earth.
The Universal and Local Church
- "Ekklesia" refers to diverse expressions of the Church, including home gatherings and city-wide congregations.
- The Church, in its universal sense, encompasses all believers across time and space, emphasizing unity amidst diversity.
Foundation of the Church
- The Church is built on the foundation laid by the apostles and prophets, with Christ as the cornerstone.
- Jesus establishes the Church, fulfilling God's promise to Abraham by including all nations in the covenant.
- Apostles and prophets laid the groundwork, empowered by the Holy Spirit, ensuring the faithful teaching of God's Word.
Role of Ministers in the Church
- Evangelists spread the message of Jesus to those unfamiliar with Him while pastors and teachers guide and educate believers.
- After laying the Church's foundation, these roles are vital for continuing growth and nurture of the community of faith.
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