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04/01/2009

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Acts 1
Definition
The ascension of Jesus
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Acts 2
Definition
The coming of the Spirit on the Day of Pentecost
Term
Acts 15
Definition
The Jerusalem coucil
Term
Romans 1
Definition
God's wrath against sin
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Romans 3
Definition
Justification through Christ's death
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Romans 6
Definition
Identification with Christ
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Romans 7
Definition
Free from the Law
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Romans 8
Definition
Living by the Spirit
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Romans 9-11
Definition
The place of Israel in God's plans
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Romans 12
Definition
Dedication of our bodies as living sacrifice
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Romans 13
Definition
Obedience to the government
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1 Corinthians 5
Definition
Church discipline
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1 Corinthians 7
Definition
Marriage
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1 Corinthians 11
Definition
The Lord's Supper
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1 Corinthians 12
Definition
Spiritual gifts
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1 Corinthians 13
Definition
Love
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1 Corinthians 15
Definition
The resurrection of the body
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2 Corinthians 5
Definition
Reconciliation
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2 Corinthians 8-9
Definition
Giving
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Galatians 5
Definition
The fruit of the spirit
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Ephesians 5
Definition
Instructions to husbands and wives
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Ephesians 6
Definition
The armor of God
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Philppians 2
Definition
The humility and exaltation of Christ
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1 Thessalonians 4
Definition
The rapture
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2 Thessalonians 2
Definition
The antichrist
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1 Timothy 3
Definition
Qualifications for overseers and deacons
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2 Timothy 3
Definition
The inspiration of Scripture
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Author & Recipient of Acts
Definition
Luke (a gentile physician and traveling companion of Paul.) written to Theophilus
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Key verse in Acts
Definition
Acts 1:8
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Purpose of the book of Acts
Definition
to prepare witnesses for the ends of the earth
Term
Plan of the book of Acts
Definition
organized according to the geographical spread of the gospel
Term
Power (in acts)
Definition
the witness of the church takes place through the work of the Holy Spirit
Term
What is a witness?
Definition
Someone with first hand experience who is willing to talk about it
Term
which book shows God's control over history?
Definition
Acts
Term
Which book has the resurrection of Jesus?
Definition
Acts
Term
Which book talks about the gift of the Holy Spirit?
Definition
Acts
Term
Which book talks about the growth of the church?
Definition
Acts?
Term
which book talks about hte salvation of the gentiles?
Definition
acts
Term
which book has an abrupt ending?
Definition
acts
Term
guidelines for deciding between what is prescriptive or prescriptive in the book of acts
Definition
1. we should never demand, nor refuse God's miracles.
2. We should not insist on uniformity where Acts shows diversity.
3. We should look for general patterns and not just specific details.
Term
Books written after Paul's first missionary journey
Definition
Galatians
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Books written during Paul's second missionary journey
Definition
1 & 2 Thessalonians
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books written during Paul's third missionary journey
Definition
1&2 Corinthians & Romans
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books written during Paul's fourth missionary journey
Definition
Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, & Philemon
Term
3 more letters written by Paul
Definition
1&2 Timothy & Titus
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The focus of Luke's message in Acts
Definition
the gospel of the grace of God
Term
The big idea in Romans
Definition
God's grae is good news
Term
Who was Paul
Definition
1. student of the law of Moses, who also understood the Gentile world.
2. a persecuter of the church, who became a follower of Jesus
3. a witness for Christ who will bring the message of Jesus to the Gentiles
Term
The church of Rome: beginning, make-up, & structure
Definition
Paul had never been to Rome, and was not the founder of the church there.
The church began when Jews from Rome heard Peter preach while they were visiting Jerusalem for Pentecost and then returned hom with the message of the gospel.
There was probably not one central church in Rome. There were several house church.
Term
The place & time of writing of Romans
Definition
in Corinth during Paul's 3rd missionary journey
Term
The purpose for Romans
Definition
a missionary support letter
Term
Key verses in the main theme of Romans
Definition
1:16-17
the Gospel
Term
5-part outline of Romana
Definition
Sin. Salvation. Sanctification. Sovereignty. Service.
Term
What is our problem according to Romans
Definition
God is angry with us about our sin
Term
Why do we have the problem of sin according to Romans?
Definition
because we fail to take God seriousley
Term
What is the result of our problem of sin? (romans)
Definition
God allows sinners to face the consequences of their sins
Term
What is the solution to our problem of sin? (romans)
Definition
the gift of justification through redemption and propitiation
Term
Justification
Definition
to declare not guiilty & therefore not worthy of condemnation
Term
redemption
Definition
to pay the price in order to buy someone out of slavery
Term
propitiation
Definition
to satisfy God so that He no longer has a reason to be angry with us
Term
How do we receive the gift of salvation?
(romans)
Definition
by faith in Jesus
Term
what is the result of the gift of salvation?
(romans)
Definition
God becomes both Just & the justifier of the ungodly
Term
how does God's gift of sanctification make a difference in our lives? (romans)
Definition
He gives us a new power to live through the presence of the Holy Spirit. By depending on the Spirit, we can fulfill God's righteous demands
Term
why did God show grace to us?
(romans)
Definition
it is a mystery why God has made us the objects of His grace
Term
How do we serve God?
(romans)
Definition
we dedicate our lives completely to God in gratitude for His grace and open ourselves up to His transforming power
Term
What is the good news about God's grace in Romans?
Definition
God declares His enemies to be right with Him when they trust in Jesus
Term
The begining of teh Church in Corinth
Definition
Paul started the church during his second missionary journey
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Time when 1 Corinthians was written
Definition
during Paul's third missionary journey
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Paul's correspondence with the Corinthians
Definition
Paul wrote a series of letters to the Corinthians
Term
Letter #1 to the Corinthians
Definition
"The Previous Letter"
The Corinthians misunderstood Paul's instructions not to associate with immoral people
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Letter #2 to the Corinthians
Definition
"1 Corinthians"
a letter in response to reports of difficulties
Term
3rd letter written to the Corinthians
Definition
"The Sorrowful Letter"
paul made a quick, painful visit to Corinth. The believers were not supportive of Paul. Paul wrote this letter asking them to repent
Term
4th letter to the Corinthians
Definition
"2 Corinthians"
joy and relief because of the Corinthian's repentance. Paul opened his heart to share with these believers his understanding of his minsitry. Most Personal Letter
Term
Paul's letters are _______
Definition
occasional
Term
Occasion and response #1 in 1 Corinthians
Definition
The Corinthian's first problem was WORLDLINESS.
Paul's response: You are no longer the people you once were. You can no longer behave like you just did
Term
Occasion and response #2 in 1 Corinthians.
Definition
The Corinthian's problem was SPIRITUAL PRIDE. Paul's response: you are not yet all that God wants you to be
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The good news about God's grace in 1st Corinthians
Definition
God accepts us as we are, but He will not leave us that way
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Time&place where 2 Corinthians was written
Definition
From Macedonia on Paul's third missionary journey
Term
The report of Titus
(2 Corinthians)
Definition
Good news: the Corinthians had repented
Bad news: the Corinthians had a continuing misunderstanding concerning the way in which Paul made decisions and conducted his ministry. There were also "super apostles"
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Occasion & response in 2 Corinthians
Definition
Occasion: a false view of Christian leadership.
Response: the signs of a true apostle are suffering&weakness
Term
super apostles
Definition
2 Corinthians
they had pizzazz. they insisted on power. they had pocket books they wanted to fill.
Term
The good news about God's grace in 2 Corinthians
Definition
God's grace is sufficient for our weaknesses
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The identity of the Galatians
Definition
Roman province of Galatia. South Central part of Asia Minor
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Time when Galatians was written
Definition
after his first missionary journey, but before the Jerusalem council
Term
Order of Paul's epistles in the New Testament
Definition
2 groups: letters to churches & letters to individuals.
Within those catagories, the letters were arranged from longest to shortest
Term
Occasion and response in Galatians
Definition
Occasion: a drift away from the gospel of Grace
Response: The death of Christ is a sufficient provision, Faith in Christ is a sufficient response.
Term
Judaizers
Definition
(Galatians)instructed the believers that they must obey the Law of Moses in order to be saved
Term
what does Paul tell the Galatians the law is good for?
Definition
to show us our sin. to lead us to Christ.
Term
How do we live apart from the Law?
(Galatians)
We live with a new ________
according to a new _________
through a new ________
producing a new ________
Definition
freedom
law (the law of love)
power (the enabling work of the Spirit)
character (the fruit of the spirit)
Term
the good news about God's grace in Galatians
Definition
we are completely accepted by God
Term
The city of Ephesus
Definition
a commercial and religious center
Term
Luke founded the church at Ephesus at the end of his ______ missionary journey. he stayed for ______ years
Definition
2
3
Term
Time when Ephesians was written
Definition
During Paul's imprisinoment in Rome
Term
Circular letter
Definition
Ephesians.
not only written to the Ephesians, it was written for ceveral churches in Asia Minor
Term
Ephesians talks about our ______ & _______ position in Christ
Definition
theological and practical
Term
Occasion for Ephesians
Definition
the need to instruct new believers
Term
Paul's relationship to the Ephesians in Acts
Definition
extended ministry. deep love and affection between Paul and these believers. outreach ot both jews and gentiles.
Term
Paul's relationship to the ephesians as presented in ephesians
Definition
no direct contact. written exclusively ot gentiles. no specific instructions or greetings
Term
Paul wrote the letter of Ephesians to
Definition
Gentiles who had come to faith in Christ after he left Ephesus
Term
"God has blessed you with every spiritual blessing"
Definition
Ephesians
Term
Paul's response to the Ephesians
Definition
you have a wonderful gift. you are equal members in God's hcurch. you are loved by CHrist. you have to have a lifestyle that matches your calling. you must be prepared for spiritual battle
Term
Good news about God's grace in Ephesians
Definition
God's grace leads to good works
Term
The city of Philippi
Definition
a roman colony
Term
Paul founded the church in Philippi on his ______ missionary journey
Definition
second
Term
Epaphroditus
Definition
member of the church in Philippi. served as a messenger to bring good news and a gift to Paul. He was worthy of honor because he risked his life for the sake of the work of Christ
Term
Philippians was written when?
Definition
during Paul's imprisionment in Rome
Term
the main body of Paul's letter to the Philippians begins and ends with what?
Definition
the need for unity
Term
occasion for Philippians
Definition
the need for unity in the church
Term
Paul wrote Philippians to. . .
Definition
thank them for their financial gift. warn them about false teachers. challenge them to live and serve in unity
Term
what would it take for churches to live with unity and harmony?
Definition
humility
Term
what is the good news about God's grace in philippians?
Definition
God's grace enables us to know Christ!
Term
According to the apostle Paul, what is amazing about God's grace?
Definition
Romans (God declares His enemies to be right with Him when they trust in Jesus) 1 Corinthians (God accepts us as we are, but He will not leave us that way) 2 Corinthians (God's grace is sufficient for our weaknesses) Galatians (We are completely accepted by God) Ephesians (God's grace leads to good works) Philippians (God's grace enables us to know Christ) Colossians (God's grace is centered in Jesus Christ) Philemon (God's grace changes our relationships in society)
Term
The city of Colossae
Definition
Near Laodicea. Destroyed by an earthquake in AD 61 after Paul's letter.
Term
Who started the church in Colossae
Definition
Epaphras. (a native of Colossae)
Term
"In Christ you have been made complete"
Definition
Colossians 2:8-10
Term
Occasion and Response for Colossians
Definition
The threat of syncretism. Christ is sufficient to meet all our needs. (He is the creator and conqueror of all things)
Term
syncretism
Definition
the combining of beliefs taken from various sources
Term
Paul warns the Colossians about several false religious practices and ideas including:
Definition
deceptive philosophy. the fear of spirit beings. acceptance of Jewish religious practices. severe treatment of the body. calling on angels for help.
Term
The good news about God's grace in Colossians
Definition
God's grace is centered in Jesus Christ
Term
The occasion in Philemon
Definition
help for a runaway slave (onesimus)
Term
who was philemon?
Definition
acquantiance of Paul. lived in Colossea and had a house church. He was Christian slave owner
Term
who was onesimus
Definition
runaway slave. ended up in rome. came in contact with Paul. became a Christian.
Term
Were there more slaves or free people in the Roman empire?
Definition
slaves
Term
was there one or many ways to become a slave
Definition
many
Term
tf
slaves belonged to one low social class
Definition
false
Term
did slaves have legal rights?
Definition
yes
Term
could slaves normally expect to be set free?
Definition
yes
Term
tf
slaves came from one race
Definition
false
Term
did slaves ever run away to gain freedom?
Definition
yes
Term
Paul asks Philemon to:
Definition
send Onesimus back to help him during his imprisionment. & accept Onemisus back no longer as a slave but as a Christian brother, implying that Onesimus should be set free
Term
Result of Paul's letter to Philemon
Definition
Onesimus was set free to help Paul
Term
The good news about God's grace in Philemon?
Definition
God's grace changes our relationships in society
Term
Did Paul think that slavery was right, wrong, or somewhere inbetween?
Definition
he found slavery distasteful
he probably didn't think about it too much while in prision
Term
is slavery wrong?
Definition
thou shalt not steal
Term
What two stories are emphasized by being narriated three times in Acts?
Definition
Paul's Damascus road experience. Conversion of Cornelius
Term
What do New Testament scholars mean when they refer to the indicative and to the imperative in Paul's writings?
Definition
he wanted the believers to become who they are in Christ
Term
What OT character does Paul point to in Romans 4 as an example of justification by faith apart from works?
Definition
Abraham
Term
How did Paul's actions and message differ from those of the sophist orators of his day?
Definition
Paul wasn't concerned with eloquence, honor, looks, or greatness. He proclaimed the message of Jesus crucified.
Term
Why was the collection for the poor believers very much at the center of Paul's agenda in 2 Corinthians?
Definition
it was a very practical expression of unity between Jewish and Gentile believers
Term
Why did Paul compare the Law to the Chaperone?
Definition
Chaperone- male slave who accompanied the sons of affluent families and protected them by restrictin their behavior until they matured. once Grace came, believers no longer had to follow the old laws -the chaperone
Term
What are two reasons Paul gave to the Ephesians that they can have confidence in the battle with evil spirits.
Definition
God seated them with Christ in the Heavenly relms-they shared in Christ's position above al "rule and authority". God had equipped them for battle with the "armor of God"
Term
Where was Paul most likely in prision when he wrote Philippians and what were two other possible locations?
Definition
Rome.
Ephesus or Ceasarea
Term
What are two main theories concerning the Colossian heresy?
Definition
a mixture of Jewish practices with Pagan folk religion. Or a mystical form of Judaism that sought special visions
Term
3 indicators that Paul's ministry in Thessalonica was authentic.
Definition
It was not done for money. It was motivated by love. It procaims the Gospel.
Term
Paul stayed here on his 2nd missionary journey for about a month. It was a center for commerce and had a Jewish synagogue
Definition
Thessalonica
Term
Time when 1&2 Thessalonians were written
Definition
2nd missionary journey. Written from Corinth
Term
The occasion for 1&2 Thessalonians
Definition
Incomplete work and unanswered questions
Term
Paul felt that his ministry to _______ was short and incomplete
Definition
Thessalonica
Term
The Thessalonian believers had unanswered questions concerning ________
Definition
the future
Term
(a&what book) Have belieevers who died before the second coming of Jesus missed out on Salvation?
Definition
(Thessalonians) No, they will be raised and brought up together with the Lord and with living believers
Term
(a&book) Are we already in the great tribulation?
Definition
(Thessalonians) No, we cannot already be in the tribulation because the man of lawlessness has not appeared yet.
Term
(a&book) If Jesus is coming soon, why bother to work?
Definition
(Thessalonians) You must continue to work in order that you might not be a burden or hurt your witness.
Term
When will the rapture take place? (2 views and correct view)
Definition
1. Pre tribulation. 2. Post Tribulation. Correct- Because of God's grace, it does not matter.
Term
Good news about God's grace in 1&2 Thessalonians
Definition
God's grace delivers us from the wrath of God to come
Term
book that told two women to get along
Definition
philippians
Term
book that thanked the church for their gift
Definition
philippians
Term
book that teaches humility as the key to church unity
Definition
philippians
Term
book that told believers to stand firm in freedom
Definition
Galatians
Term
boook that relates the law to a tutor
Definition
galatians
Term
talks about citizenship in Heaven
Definition
philippians
Term
book that says the love of Christ surpasses all knowledge
Definition
Ephesians
Term
book: we are crucified with Christ. we need to live by faith
Definition
Galatians
Term
luke wrote Luke and Acts to him
Definition
theophilus
Term
took Judas's place as a disciple
Definition
matthias
Term
son of encouragement. went with paul on 1st missionary journey
Definition
barnabas
Term
dropped dead for lying to the Holy Spirit
Definition
ananias and sapphira
Term
first martyr. deacon
Definition
stephen
Term
shared the gospel with an ethieopen unich. deacon
Definition
philip
Term
magician. wanted to buy the Holy Spirit
Definition
Simon the Great
Term
this person died and was raised from the dead by Peter
Definition
dorcas
Term
centurian. First gentile believer to receive the Holy Spirit
Definition
cornelius
Term
missionary dropout.
Definition
John Mark
Term
brother of Jesus. showed leadership at the Jerusalem Councel
Definition
James
Term
Paul's 2nd missionary partner
Definition
silas
Term
first Christian in philippi. Seller of purple
Definition
lydia
Term
co-workers with paul. tent makers. instructed Apollos
Definition
Aquila and Priscilla
Term
taught by aquila and priscilla. eliquant defender of the faith
Definition
apollos
Term
silver smith who started a riot in ephesus
Definition
demetrius
Term
fell asyleep while paul was preaching. fell out a window and died. paul raised him from the dead.
Definition
eutychus
Term
roman governors while paul was in prision in cesseria.
Definition
Felix and Festus
Term
deaconess. delievered Paul's letter to the Romans
Definition
phoebe
Term
brought money to paul from philippians
Definition
epaphroditus
Term
women in philippian church who needed to get along
Definition
euodia adn syntyche
Term
started the church in colossea
Definition
epaphras
Term
paul didn't start what two churches?
Definition
The church in Rome and Colossea
Term
Timothy
Definition
Jewish mother- Gentile father. met Paul on beginning of 2nd missionary journey. listed as a co-author of 6 of Paul's letters. Young man and apparently not a forceful or confident person
Term
occasion for the pastorial epistles
Definition
guidance for pastorial care
Term
Titus
Definition
Gentile traveling companion of paul. representative for Paul in various churches. Trusted by Paul to do more difficult tasks
Term
Paul had great affection for him
Definition
timothy
Term
1 Timothy stresses the need for:
Definition
sound doctrine
Term
2 Timothy stresses the nature of:
Definition
faithful ministry
Term
Titus stresses the need for:
Definition
proper conduct
Term
Paul's response to the patorial epistles: some important pastorial duties:
Definition
oppose false teaching. instruct men and women. appoint qualified leaders. care for the needy. develop potential leaders.
Term
good news about God's grace in the pastorial epistles:
Definition
Jesus saves sinners
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