Theology 104 - Module 5 Study Guide (LUOA)
The first sin recorded in the Bible is found in ______________. - John 1 - Genesis 3 - Isaiah 7 - Exodus 4
- Genesis 3
The view that argues that the soul and spirit are essentially the same, so the distinction is between the body and the soul/ spirit is called ____________. - trichotomy - dichotomy - monism
- dichotomy
what were the four mentioned visions, in the lesson, that compete for human allegiance?
1) humnas as producer 2) humans as defined by gender 3) human as a relational beings 4) human as a defined by freedom
within larger cultures, there are ___________, which is a group of people within a specific group
subcultures
What was the first temptation of Jesus in the wilderness?
the temptation to turn stones into bread
From what passage of Scripture do humans ascribe their meaning and purpose in life? - John 3:16 - Genesis 1:1 - John 2:15-17 - Genesis 1:26-31
- Genesis 1:26-31
________________ among others communicate to us insight into how the identity that we have is formed - Psychologists & socialists - Theologians & Historians - Scientists & Archeologists - Theologians & socialists
- Psychologists & socialists
the understanding/belief that the core of humnas identify is quest to seek a greater freedom in life is which of the following competing visions? - humnas as producer - humans as defined by gender - human as a relational beings - human as a defined by freedom
- human as a defined by freedom
the understanding/belief that the core of humnas identify is based off of the sum total of their relationships is which of the following competing visions? - humnas as producer - humans as defined by gender - human as a relational beings - human as a defined by freedom
- human as a relational beings
our identity is shaped by the ________ in which we live
culture
The Bible begins by telling us that human creation was a ___________.
divine act
According to Romans 1:13 and 1 Corinthians 6:9, sin is only sin when God's way is willfully and knowingly disobeyed. (t/f)
f
Even though vocations are instituted by God, they are not a relevant platform through which to love others and serve God (t/f)
f
"hamartia" means to "miss the mark" (t/f)
t
The Bible states that humans are made in the image of God but does not clearly explain what this means. (t/f)
t
the understanding/belief that the core of humnas identify is defined by gender or sexuality is which of the following competing visions? - humnas as producer - humans as defined by gender - human as a relational beings - human as a defined by freedom
- humans as defined by gender
the understanding/belief that the core of humnas identify is the need to produce is which of the following competing visions? - humnas as producer - humans as defined by gender - human as a relational beings - human as a defined by freedom
- humnas as producer
Which form of sin was specifically common in the Old Testament period? - pride - murder - lust - idolatry
- idolatry
The view that holds to an understanding that mankind is essentially one substance is called ____________. - trichotomy - dichotomy - monism
- monism
From this list, which of the following is(are) aspects of being made in the image of God? - dominion and relational beings only - relational ability - none of the above - dominion - relations, dominion, and stewardship ability - stewardship
- relations, dominion, and stewardship ability
The awesome beauty and stifling ugliness of the world is bound up in this original moment which is still present today: - the moment sin entered the world - the moment adam and eve deceived and disobeyed God - the moment Jesus rose from the dead - the moment Jesus was crucified on the cross
- the moment sin entered the world
Why do people run from the idea of sin? - they do not like a problem they are unable to fix - they do not like the idea of doing something wrong - they do not like the consequence of sin - they do not like being told that they are wrong
- they do not like a problem they are unable to fix
The view that distinguishes between the body, the soul, and the spirit is called ____________. - trichotomy - dichotomy - monism
- trichotomy
The human personality is primarily comprised of three aspects—the intellect, the emotion, and the _______. - sin nature - thoughts - conscience - will
- will
Does a close reading of the Bible show that Scripture affirms the soul? - yes - sometimes - no - it depends
- yes
Which of the following is NOT a reason why humans possess an immaterial aspect? - An immaterial aspect of humanity provides the basis for human consciousnes - An immaterial aspect of humanity roots into the material aspect of humanity
An immaterial aspect of humanity provides the basis for human consciousness
Which passage in the New Testament affirms that the sin of Adam has affected all mankind? - Matthew 12:8 - 1 Corinthians 13:4 - Luke 8:22 - Romans 5:12
Romans 5:12
The concept of original sin in Christian theology is a term that refers to which of the following? - sin roots from the original individual - each person is initially born sinless, but sin corrupts their life after they have committed one - sin has adapted overtime - original sin precedes actual sin
The idea that original sin precedes actual sin
What is temptation?
The lure toward incorrect thoughts and actions
What is the goal for humanity in Christian teaching concerning the image of God?
To recover, restore, and more fully redeem all that humanity has lost
Which of the following do Christian theologians believe to be true about humanity's makeup? - material & immaterial aspects - a body - a soul - a spirit - resist the thinking of considering the human structure in parts - none of the above - all of the above
all of the above
Which of the following constitutes sin? - an addiction - an impulse - a temptation - both a & b - both b & c - all of the answers - none of the answers
both option a and b
God sometimes tempts humans to test if they will obey or disobey his commands. (t/f)
f
It is difficult for Christians to deal with naturalism because it can be proven within the realm of science (t/f)
f
Oftentimes, competing visions of our identity often offer us too much (t/f)
f
One thing humans and animals have in common is that both are focused on survival, attaining more, and desiring a more sustainable lifestyle (t/f)
f
Some humans beings are inherently good and have never sinned (t/f)
f
The Bible gives a narrative explaining the beauty and dignity of humanity, but does not address the struggle and ugliness that is all too much a part of the human experience. (t/f)
f
The Christian becomes a part of the Holy Spirit at salvation (t/f)
f
The Christian is to accept reductionism and focus strongly on the soul, not the body (t/f)
f
The New Testament does not affirm that the Genesis account of the fall has lasting consequences (t/f)
f
The New Testament does not affirm that the Genesis account of the fall has lasting consequences. (t/f)
f
The image of God was lost at the fall (t/f)
f
The most popular word for sin in the Bible is the word, hamartia, which means to "obey God." (t/f)
f
The relational aspect of humanity comes from a material aspect that God gave to only mankind (t/f)
f
Unlike the rest of the creation account, human creation was not a divine act (t/f)
f
although God was the original cause of the universe, He is not involved in the process of bringing humanity into being (t/f)
f
because one's identity is personal, families and other outside influences have no impact on an identity (t/f)
f
The _________ word used for heart in Matthew 22:37 is kardia, which among others things, can mean the center of all physical and spiritual life
greek
According to Romans 6:1-14, human beings are born as slaves to sin (t/f)
t
Animals do not strive for a better life or to do or be more (t/f)
t
Finding a safe place where our needs are provided is typically the place from which we start our quest for meaning and significance. (t/f)
t
Humans are able to relate to God because we are created in the image of God (t/f)
t
In the eyes of God, all mankind is created equal (t/f)
t
Marriage is a signpost for God's love and profound intimacy with his people, the church, that He loves (t/f)
t
One of the most basic questions of origin is, "Where did everything come from?" (t/f)
t
Sexuality is defined in a variety of ways, while gender is vigorously nuanced (t/f)
t
Sin is anything besides God in which we place our hopes, confidence, and worship (t/f)
t
Sin is anything that removes God from his proper place in our lives (t/f)
t
Some people have claimed that sin is just a Christian teaching to repress an individual's expression of what they feel is right to do (t/f)
t
The Christian idea of vocation (or calling) is born out of the conceptualization of humanity placed within the world. For example, in Genesis 2:15, Adam was given the responsibility of working in and watching over the sacred space God had given him (t/f)
t
The fact that humans possess both material and non-material aspects to their makeup is evidenced by the fact that non-physical thoughts produce physical actions (t/f)
t
The term "image" is both an abstract and concrete term in that it is used to describe both an idea and an actual product (t/f)
t
The very nature of human creation gives humans meaning and purpose (t/f)
t
Though many people downplay the existence of a soul, the arts, which appeal to areas of life greater than biological impulses, are important parts to every culture (t/f)
t
Though we often think about what we want to be when we grow up, we are not nearly as reflective on who we are now (t/f)
t
To succumb to temptations means to choose the wrong path to fulfill our desires (t/f)
t
Typically in life, it is common for one elusive quest to be quickly replaced by another elusive quest for identity (t/f)
t
We are all creations of God, but we are not all His children (t/f)
t
because of subcultures, humans can relate to some people better than others (t/f)
t
because we have sinned, we live with a fractured version of God's intended design, thus further complicating the way we see ourselves. (t/f)
t
kardia is the greek word for heart (t/f)
t
sinful nature is equally present in every person's life, but the amount of sinful acts can vary from person to person (t/f)
t
we need to seek to understand our identity (t/f)
t