Understanding the Faith: Chapter 2 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

The Bible is most accurately described as what?

A story about God and what he has done

What are good reasons why everyone should study the Bible? (Select all that apply)

The Bible is part of world literature (correct)

Knowledge of the Bible is the mark of an educated person (correct)

The Bible changes western civilization (correct)

Knowledge of the Bible is the mark of a moral person (correct)

Select the sacred text of the Islamic faith.

Quran

What passage indicates that general revelation is written on our hearts and through the observation of God's creation?

Romans 1:19-20 Signup and view all the answers

What passage describes God's act of special revelation?

Hebrews 1:1-2 Signup and view all the answers

What is assumed when Christians claim the Bible is God's word? (Select all that apply)

The Bible makes claims that opens itself up for scrutiny and can thus be examined for truth Signup and view all the answers

What passage notes, 'All scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.'?

2 Timothy 3:16 Signup and view all the answers

What are the four characteristics of Scripture? (Select all that apply)

Clarity Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for something to count as knowledge? (Select all that apply)

You must believe it Signup and view all the answers

In the Gospel of Luke, Luke's testimony is based on what?

Careful investigation that included eyewitnesses Signup and view all the answers

What question best illustrates that the claim 'knowledge only comes through science' is logically self-defeating?

"What scientific experiment proves your claim?" Signup and view all the answers

What makes a belief, thought, or statement true?

It corresponds to reality Signup and view all the answers

Objective truth is independent of one's own belief.

True Signup and view all the answers

Christians claim the ________________ of Scripture, in that it is completely trustworthy because God is incapable of deception.

infallibility Signup and view all the answers

Christians claim the Bible is _________________ or without error.

Inerrant Signup and view all the answers

____________________________ is justified true belief.

Knowledge Signup and view all the answers

_____________________________________ is the philosophical belief that all knowledge comes solely through the scientific method.

Scientism Signup and view all the answers

The __________________________ is the view that the truth of a proposition is determined by how accurately it describes the facts of reality.

Correspondence theory of truth Signup and view all the answers

A(n) _______________ makes a claim about the independent world (eg. fact).

Objective truth Signup and view all the answers

A(n) ______________________ makes a claim about the personal beliefs of an individual (eg. opinion).

Subjective truth Signup and view all the answers

_______________________ is the belief that truth, knowledge, and morality are particular to the individual, society, or historical context; this philosophy is, ultimately, self-refuting.

Relativism Signup and view all the answers

A(n) __________________ is a statement that attempts to affirm two opposite propositions at the same time and in the same sense.

Self-refuting Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Bible more like a love story than an instruction manual?

The Bible is not just rules. It is not even primarily about us at all; it is about God and what He has done, is doing, and will do in the world and for all of eternity. Studying it orients us to the world God both created and redeemed, allowing us to live wisely, compelled by His love for us. It points to the truth. The more we turn away from the truth that is the Bible, the more lost we get. Signup and view all the answers

The type of inspiration that orthodox theologians believe in that holds to God superintending the writing of Scripture while using the author's gifts, personality, and experience is called __________________ inspiration.

organic Signup and view all the answers

Select the sacred text of Hinduism.

Bhagavad Gita/Upanishads Signup and view all the answers

Select the treasured text of Marxism.

The Communist Manifesto Signup and view all the answers

Select the work many libertarians point to for their ideals.

Atlas Shrugged Signup and view all the answers

What is General Revelation?

God's communication with mankind, through nature and conscience; revealed for all time (e.g., created order). Signup and view all the answers

What is Special Revelation?

God's communication of Himself and His will to particular people at particular times (e.g., miracles, His word, Jesus Christ). Signup and view all the answers

What is the Pinnacle of special revelation?

Jesus Christ Signup and view all the answers

Looking at Scripture in such a way as to wield authority over it and manipulate it as you wish is known as what?

Magisterial view Signup and view all the answers

Looking at Scripture as submitting to God Himself to grow in and cherish despite His piercing challenge is known as what?

Ministerial view Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Bible and Its Importance

The Bible is described as a narrative about God and His actions.
Studying the Bible contributes to understanding world literature, influences Western civilization, and is associated with being educated and moral.

Sacred Texts

The Quran is the sacred text of Islam.
Hinduism's treasured texts include the Bhagavad Gita and Upanishads.
Marxism is represented by The Communist Manifesto.
Libertarian ideals are often linked to Atlas Shrugged.

Revelation and Knowledge

General Revelation refers to God's communication through nature and conscience, applicable to all time.
Special Revelation pertains to specific communications of God's will, seen in miracles and Jesus Christ.
Jesus Christ is recognized as the pinnacle of Special Revelation.

Scripture Claims

Romans 1:19-20 discusses general revelation, indicating moral awareness through creation.
Hebrews 1:1-2 outlines God's act of special revelation.
2 Timothy 3:16 asserts the divine origin and utility of Scripture.

Characteristics of Scripture

Scripture demonstrates authority, clarity, necessity, and sufficiency.
Infallibility claims Scripture is trustworthy due to God's nature.
Inerrancy indicates that the Bible is without error.

Nature of Truth

Knowledge is justified true belief, demanding belief, truth, and adequate evidence.
Objective truths are independent of personal beliefs, while subjective truths rely on individual perspectives.
Relativism posits that truth and morality are contextual and self-refuting.
The correspondence theory of truth states truth is in relation to reality.

Engagement with Scripture

A magisterial view interprets Scripture to exert control, whereas a ministerial view allows Scripture to guide submission to God.
The Bible serves as a love story focusing on God's actions rather than merely an instruction manual.

Philosophical Considerations

Scientism asserts all knowledge arises from scientific methodology, posing self-defeating questions about its own validity.
Understanding Scripture and faith involves careful investigation and recognition of its evidential basis, as highlighted in Luke's narrative approach.

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Dive into Chapter 2 of 'Understanding the Faith' with these helpful flashcards. This quiz will explore key concepts regarding the Bible and its significance in literature and moral understanding. Test your knowledge and deepen your comprehension of biblical studies.