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What is the primary prerequisite to knowing and doing the will of God?
What is the primary prerequisite to knowing and doing the will of God?
- A relationship with Jesus Christ (correct)
- Understanding biblical texts
- Being part of a religious community
- A specific program or method
God's will is only concerned with a person's geographical location.
God's will is only concerned with a person's geographical location.
False (B)
What determines a person's ability to hear the call of God?
What determines a person's ability to hear the call of God?
Their love relationship with God
Knowing God results from a relationship with _____ - the Lord Jesus Christ.
Knowing God results from a relationship with _____ - the Lord Jesus Christ.
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Which personality type is described as fun-loving and encouraging?
Which personality type is described as fun-loving and encouraging?
The Beaver personality type is often seen as detail-oriented and organized.
The Beaver personality type is often seen as detail-oriented and organized.
What does Psalm 139:14 affirm about individuals?
What does Psalm 139:14 affirm about individuals?
What was the method of calling for Moses?
What was the method of calling for Moses?
The personality type that is considered kind-hearted and sensitive is the ______.
The personality type that is considered kind-hearted and sensitive is the ______.
Match the following personality types with their characteristics:
Match the following personality types with their characteristics:
God calls every individual in the same way.
God calls every individual in the same way.
What is the primary scripture that indicates we are God's workmanship?
What is the primary scripture that indicates we are God's workmanship?
What is a disadvantage of using personality tests?
What is a disadvantage of using personality tests?
A person with a Lion personality type is unlikely to be task-oriented.
A person with a Lion personality type is unlikely to be task-oriented.
God's voice will always be consistent with His __________.
God's voice will always be consistent with His __________.
Match the following persons with their calls:
Match the following persons with their calls:
What is the main weakness in the personality type of an Otter?
What is the main weakness in the personality type of an Otter?
When individuals react improperly, it is often a result of yielding to the ______ rather than to the Spirit of God.
When individuals react improperly, it is often a result of yielding to the ______ rather than to the Spirit of God.
Which method of calling was used for Sarah?
Which method of calling was used for Sarah?
When God speaks, He encourages negativity towards others.
When God speaks, He encourages negativity towards others.
Personality is seen as a random occurrence without significance in a biblical context.
Personality is seen as a random occurrence without significance in a biblical context.
Identify one way God speaks by the Holy Spirit.
Identify one way God speaks by the Holy Spirit.
The deterministic model claims that you are a product of your __________.
The deterministic model claims that you are a product of your __________.
What will God's voice often do in relation to our human rationality?
What will God's voice often do in relation to our human rationality?
God's voice will challenge our faith.
God's voice will challenge our faith.
Which principle states that God's voice will produce peace?
Which principle states that God's voice will produce peace?
God's voice will urge us to consider the __________ on other people.
God's voice will urge us to consider the __________ on other people.
What is a condition for recognizing God's voice?
What is a condition for recognizing God's voice?
What does the term 'imago Dei' refer to?
What does the term 'imago Dei' refer to?
According to the Biblical model, men and women are created equal in value but different in roles.
According to the Biblical model, men and women are created equal in value but different in roles.
List two traits of Biblical Masculinity.
List two traits of Biblical Masculinity.
The fall in Genesis 3 _____ the imago Dei, but did not erase it.
The fall in Genesis 3 _____ the imago Dei, but did not erase it.
Match the following traits with their corresponding descriptions:
Match the following traits with their corresponding descriptions:
Which of the following is a trait of Biblical Femininity?
Which of the following is a trait of Biblical Femininity?
The Biblical model promotes male dominance over females.
The Biblical model promotes male dominance over females.
What is one expected characteristic of women according to Biblical teachings?
What is one expected characteristic of women according to Biblical teachings?
Biblical Femininity includes traits such as beauty, humility, and _____.
Biblical Femininity includes traits such as beauty, humility, and _____.
Match the following Biblical teachings with their references:
Match the following Biblical teachings with their references:
Which of these is NOT a trait of Biblical Masculinity?
Which of these is NOT a trait of Biblical Masculinity?
Anger isn’t listed as a trait of Biblical Masculinity.
Anger isn’t listed as a trait of Biblical Masculinity.
What is the principal distinction between humanity and animals according to the Biblical model?
What is the principal distinction between humanity and animals according to the Biblical model?
According to Biblical teachings, men have been entrusted with a sense of _____ responsibility.
According to Biblical teachings, men have been entrusted with a sense of _____ responsibility.
Study Notes
Relationship with God
- Knowing God stems from a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, not through methods or programs.
- A genuine relationship with Jesus is essential for understanding and fulfilling God's will.
- God’s will transcends specific locations or vocations; it is broader and interconnected with one's love for Him.
- The call to serve or take on a vocation is facilitated by being in a loving relationship with God.
- Biblical individuals uniquely called by God include:
- Abraham: Father of a nation (Genesis 12:7)
- Sarah: Mother through marriage (Genesis 17:19)
- Moses: Political leader (Exodus 3:4-7)
- Nehemiah: Builder and genealogist with a burden (Nehemiah 2:11-2)
- God’s calling differs for each individual, highlighting the unique nature of personal journeys with Him.
- Identifying God’s voice involves understanding His immutable nature and listening via the Holy Spirit through:
- Scriptures
- Prayer
- Life circumstances
- Community and church
- Recognizing God's voice is rooted in an intimate love relationship with Him.
- Eleven principles for discerning God’s voice include:
- Consistency with Scripture
- Challenging human rationality
- Confronting fleshly tendencies
- Calling for faith and courage
- Considering the impact on others
- Encouraging patience
- Evaluating consequences
- Seeking godly counsel
- Promoting spiritual growth
- Producing lasting peace
Relationship with Self (Part 1)
- The deterministic model suggests individuals are products of their environment, while the developmental model promotes individual self-making.
- Both secular models fail to provide a comprehensive understanding of self-identity.
- The biblical model emphasizes being created in the "image" of God, distinguishing humanity from all other creatures (Genesis 1:26).
- The imago Dei concept encompasses moral responsibility, rationality, and the capacity for relationship with God.
- The fall in Genesis did not erase the imago Dei; it altered its expression but maintained humanity’s intrinsic value (Psalm 8:3-6).
- Men and women are equally valuable yet have different roles, rooted in distinct masculinity and femininity (Genesis 1:27).
- Biblical teachings reject male dominance and emphasize equality in dignity and value as image bearers.
Biblical Masculinity
- Traits of Biblical masculinity include:
- Courage and warrior spirit
- Integrity in character
Biblical Femininity
- Expectations for women in the Bible focus on evaluating cultural norms and adhering to biblical principles.
- Traits of Biblical femininity include:
- Strength in various life aspects (Esther 4:16, Prov. 31:25)
- Beauty reflecting inner elegance (Job 42:14)
- Humility and a gentle spirit (1 Peter 3:4)
- Virtue and moral integrity (Proverbs 31:10)
- Hospitality and care within familial roles (Titus 2:5)
Relationship with Self (Part 2)
- Viewing oneself through God's perspective requires acknowledging unique personalities designed by God (Psalm 139:14).
- Personality tests can aid in understanding but may risk categorization and justification for sinful behavior.
- Different personality types, characterized by animal traits:
- Lion: Assertive leaders, competitive, task-oriented.
- Otter: Social, enthusiastic people-oriented individuals prone to overcommitment.
- Golden Retriever: Sensitive, peace-seeking team players who prefer routine.
- Beaver: Detail-oriented, organized individuals focused on excellence and completion.
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Explore the significance of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ in understanding God's will. This quiz covers biblical examples of calling and the importance of listening to God's voice through various means. Test your knowledge on how to nurture this vital relationship and its impact on your spiritual journey.
