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How did the professor define Christian liberty? |
The freedom all believers have to live according to preference in gray areas (not Biblically identified as right or wrong) |
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What are the "adiaphora?" |
Indifferent or nonessential things or matters not commanded or forbidden by God. |
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What does the term mean? |
- historical for Christian liberties - both matters of doctrine and practice - addresses matters not essential to the Christian Faith |
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What are the 5 foundational principles of Christian liberty? |
1. Liberty not restrictions 2. Motives and outcomes 3. We are God's possession, bond slaves 4. Use freedom to glorify God 5. Bible gives guidance |
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What is the most important question we are challenged with to exercise our liberty as Christians? |
How do I use my freedom in Christ to glorify God and to please my master? |
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What 4 biblical guidelines did the professor identify to guide personal liberty and what is their instruction? |
1. Galatians 5:1, 13 - don't go to legalism, serve one another in love 2. 1 Corinthians 6:12 - not profitable, can gain control over me 3. Romans 14:1-23 - brother is more important than liberty 4. 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 - law of Christ/ accommodate to audience |
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What 4 categories of liberty for Christians does Ron Habermas identify? Be able to apply each category to a relevant question of Christian liberty. |
1. Self-discipline 2. Testimony 3. Submit to authorities 4. Limit distractions |
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What do these passages teach us about forgiving one another: Ephesians 4:31-32 Colossians 3:8-15 Galatians 5:13-15 Matthew 18:21-35 |
Ephesians 4:31-32/Colossians 3:8-15 - put off, put on; reject negative things Galatians 5:13-15 - do not bite/devour/consume Matthew 18:21-35 - unlimited forgiveness (story of 2 servants) |
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What steps did the professor offer in beginning the forgiving/healing process? |
1. Recognize consequences of unresolved bitterness and anger 2. Develop a forgiving spirit 3. Follow through with complete forgiveness |
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How does God use difficult people in our lives, from Ortberg (p. 204)? |
to grow and shape us |
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How does Ortberg (p. 205) describe every interaction we have with another person? |
A spiritual exchange |
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How does Ortberg (p. 208) describe the "quarter-second" choices we have in our minds? |
An impulse; when the Holy Spirit can take control |
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What is adversity? |
A condition marked by misfortune, calamity, or distress |
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How does Deuteronomy 30:15-20, help us understand adversity? |
Moses and the people of Israel; stay connected with God through adversity |
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From Ortberg (p. 233), do we need adversity to become the person God made us to be? Should we seek adversity? |
yes, we need itNo, don't seek it |
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What 3 attitudes can we have towards our future (p. 233)? What do each mean? |
1. Hope-energizes 2. Resignation-lowers hope 3. Despair-Paralyzes |
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What 4 ways to grow from adversity does Ortberg identify (pp. 236-241)? |
1. Reveals abilities 2. Deepens relationships 3. Changes priorities 4. Points to hope |
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What is the most important question about adversity? |
How will we respond? |
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What is perseverance? How does Bill Hybels explain perseverance? |
"Hypomeno"- endurance, steadfastness"Crashing through quitting points" |
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How does Jesus Christ illustrate perseverance? |
Endured the cross for the joy set before Him |
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What 3 senses of God's will does Garry Friesen identify? |
1. Sovereign/Permissive 2. Moral/Perfect 3. Individual |
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Recognize the differences between the traditional view and the wisdom view of God's will. What are some of the strengths and weaknesses of each view? |
Traditional: seek God's guidance with choices Wisdom: make wise choices within God's moral will. |
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What 4 steps did the professor offer to make wise decisions and to determine God's will as a Christian? |
1. Preliminary steps 2. List options (pros and cons) 3. Seek counsel 4. Decide by faith not complete certainty |
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What four ideas comprise the "preliminary steps" in determining God's will? |
1. Confess known sin 2. Dedicate my life 3. Commit desires 4. Remain obedient |
