Understanding the Terms Mission and Evangelism

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What area of theology would the Catholic tradition most likely pattern itself after?

Soteriology

Ecclesiology

Christology (correct)

Pneumatology

What is the significance of the Christological focus of the Bible?

It highlights the importance of the Old Testament prophecies.

It emphasizes the central role of Jesus in interpreting the texts. (correct)

It explores the evolution of religious beliefs.

It focuses on the history of Christianity.

How do the Three crises and three promises in the plan of God relate to the messianic and missional reading of Scripture?

They serve as the foundation for understanding God's mission throughout history. (correct)

They are symbolic events without direct relevance to mission.

They highlight human failures rather than God's redemptive plan.

They only focus on individual salvation rather than God's wider mission.

In what way does Genesis 11:4 mirror the events of the Fall in the Garden of Eden?

Both involve human pride leading to consequences from God. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to read the Scriptures both messianically and missionally according to the text?

To grasp the full extent of God's plan for salvation. Signup and view all the answers

What foundational reality is the authority of the Great Commission embedded in?

The revelation of God's identity and saving purpose Signup and view all the answers

In what way does a missional hermeneutic differ from an anthropocentric perspective?

It shifts from focusing on humanity's missions to God's ultimate purposes. Signup and view all the answers

How does the missional hermeneutic view the mission of Jesus according to the provided text?

As an agent of salvation for all nations Signup and view all the answers

How does a missional hermeneutic view the church's mission according to the text?

Bring salvation to the ends of the earth by being witnesses to all nations Signup and view all the answers

What motivated God to bring his people back from exile?

To maintain the reputation of His name Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of a witness?

To share what they know about God with others Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of God's mission in liberating His enslaved people?

To make Himself known to all nations Signup and view all the answers

What did Israel learn about YHWH as their covenant partner?

He can use any nation for His purposes, including judgment Signup and view all the answers

What do gods and all nations come to know through the ultimate exposure to the judgment of God?

His holiness, greatness, and glory Signup and view all the answers

Why is biblical monotheism considered missional according to the text?

Because it generates praise and globalizes the worship of the one true living God. Signup and view all the answers

How does biblical monotheism lead to doxology according to the text?

Through generating praise and worship of the one true living God. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the missionary nature of Christian monotheism flow from the roots of faith in Old Testament Israel?

Because Israel's belief in the one true living God led to the election of Israel and formation of the church. Signup and view all the answers

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