Module 7 (Wk 31-32)

The struggles of a community can be solved if ___________.

people draw closer to Christ. Then, they will draw closer to each other

"For I know the (blank) I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for (blank), to give you a future and a (blank)" (Jeremiah 29:11).

plans, evil, hope

"Where there is no ______________________ the people cast off restraint, but blessed is he who keeps the law" (Proverbs 29:18).

prophetic vision

God is relational, and we know that because, from the beginning, God wanted to have a (blank) with Adam and Eve. We are relational because we are made in the (blank) of God.

relationship, image

Hebrews 9:13-14 explains that Jesus was a perfect ________________ for our sins.

sacrifice

First Corinthians 10:6 shares that the Old Testament provides us stories and examples so that we do not ____________________ as the Israelites did.

set our hearts on evil things

"The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his _________________" (Proverbs 16:9).

steps

(Blank) theology divides theological concepts into systems (or categories) that (blank) various ideas or concepts.

systematic, explain

The more we apply the truth of God's Word to our lives, ___________________________________.

the better our lives will become

The more you know about a text's original language, ____________________________________.

the better you'll become in the interpretation process

The study of end times

Eschatology

Choose all the items below that are examples of direct commands God has given us in Scripture, not just general truths.

Followers of Christ are to "love" their enemies and "pray" for those who persecute them. The Ten Commandments

Where did David flee to when he was being chased by King Saul and his army?

Gath

We should learn to love ourselves and love others with the same unconditional love that ___________ has for us.

God

Which of the following is true in regards to setting goals in life? There are two correct responses.

God wants us to set goals. God doesn't want us to set goals without consulting him or being in his will.

John 3:16 is a great example of ________.

God's unconditional love for mankind

Which of the following was NOT one of Paul's purposes in writing to the Philippians?

He wanted them to remain quiet until he could join them and lead them himself.

Hermeneutics teaches us that Scripture must be interpreted in which three ways?

Historically Grammatically Contextually

When performing Bible word studies, it is important to study what two aspects of the word?

The context in which the word is used What the word meant in its original language

Titus 3:9 says that believers should avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels about __________________, as it is unprofitable to do so.

The law

Hamartiology

The study of sin

Ecclesiology

The study of the church

Theological Anthropology

The study of the nature of humanity

Deuteronomy 6:6-7 shares that believers need to teach all of God's Word to whom?

Their children

__________________________ is the study of religious faith, practice, and experience. It is especially the study of God and of God's relation to the world.

Theology

Which of the following will strengthen your relationship with God and with others? Select two answers.

Trust Acceptance

What will you most likely gain by doing a word study during your Bible study time?

Valuable Information

Interpretation is about answering which question?

What does it mean?

In Galatians 5:19-21, Paul lists the results of what happens when you do what?

When you follow the desires of your sinful nature

According to 1 Peter 3:15, how are we to defend what we believe in?

With gentleness and respect

A direct command in scripture is ____________________________.

a command that gives clear instruction

In Matthew 22:21. Jesus said, "Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's." This is an example of which of the following?

a general truth

In describing the fallen nature of humanity, Romans 1:24-25 explains that the people traded the truth about God for _______________.

a lie

Accepting others for who they are as individuals does not mean that you are ______________________ their behaviors.

endorsing

God's Word is applicable for _____ life situation.

every

"Thus says the Lord, the King of Israel and his Redeemer, the Lord of hosts: "I am the (blank) and I am the (blank); besides me there is no god" (Isaiah 44:6, ESV®).

first, last

"Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and _______________" (Hebrews 13:8).

forever

(blank) is an important part of the Christian worldview and can lead to great fulfillment. You see, people who are (blank) typically give more than just their money.

giving, generous

Sociology can be viewed as part of a broader study of (blank), and understanding Correct answer:patterns of human (blank) can be useful in studying God's Word.

humanity, patterns, behavior

Hermeneutics keeps us true to the (blank) meaning of the text and helps prevent us from (blank) verses that should be understood (blank) and vice-versa.

intended, allegorizing, literally

In John 14:15, Jesus said, "If you love me, you will _____________________________."

keep my commandments

Paul, in 1 Corinthians 14:10-11, explains the importance of being able to understand each other's __________________.

language

In a quote by Bethany Baird, she shares that if Satan can get us to question what God says in his Word, then he can deceive us into believing a _______.

lie

"In the same way, let your (blank) shine before others, so that they may see your (blank) and give (blank) to your Father who is in heaven" (Matthew 5:16).

light, good works, glory

Understanding the words in a Bible passage is key to knowing the meaning of a passage. What two things listed below help you know what a word means in a specific passage you are studying. Select all that apply.

Surrounding details in the passage or other words and phrases The definition of the word

All words, no matter what language, have only one meaning for each word.

No, the same word can mean two or more different things.

Where did Noah and his family spend many months while the floodwaters covered the earth?

On the Ark

"The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to _______________________" (Proverbs 21:5).

Poverty

What are two potential pitfalls that we may find ourselves in while studying Scripture that could actually hinder our study time?

Pride Overthinking

Which of the following is good advice for someone who wants to do a word study within a Bible passage?

Put forth research effort and don't simply guess at what the word or text means.

The Oxford English Dictionary contains full entries for over _______________ words in current use.

170,000

According to Matthew 5:37, when asked to do something, how should we respond?

Say yes or no

Which two things are needed for people shape the social forces in their daily lives?

Being aware of the social processes that influence the way humans think, feel, and behave. Having the will to act

The study of the Bible

Biblical Theology

The study of Christ

Christology

Chloe is interested in performing a study of all the verses that state that salvation is based on faith through the grace of Christ. What category of theology is salvation?

Soteriology

Acts 2:8 is referring to the day of Pentecost when the believers were amazed because they were _____________________.

able to hear each other in their own native language

Reading and studying the Bible is always a great idea, but we need to (blank) the lessons we learn to get the full potential of God's Word.

apply

The purpose of hermeneutics is to ______________________________________________.

bridge any remaining gap between the researcher's brain and the brain of the original writer

While sociology assumes that human actions are patterned, individuals still have room for _______________.

choices

If we are to apply God's Word to our lives, we must _________________________ it.

comprehend it

God's Word is the foundation for all ___________________.

truth

"A ruler who lacks ____________________ is a cruel oppressor, but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days" (Proverbs 28:16).

understanding

Complete the statement. During the observation phase of Bible study, we ask _______, what, and where.

who

"For we are his (blank), created in Christ Jesus for (blank), which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them" (Ephesians 2:10).

workmanship, good works

According to 1 Timothy 6:20 (Links to an external site.), what should we avoid? (There is more than one correct answer.)

worldly or empty chatter, opposing arguments

A person's (blank) consists of the values, ideas, or the fundamental belief system that determines his or her (blank).

worldview, attitudes, beliefs and actions

"Let no one despise you for your (blank), but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity" (1 (blank) 4:12).

youth, Timothy