Theology Test 1

Theology

The study of God.

Theos

Greek term meaning 'God'.

Logos

Greek term meaning 'word' or 'idea'.

Systematic Theology

An orderly, coherent study of the principal doctrines of the Bible, answering what the whole Bible teaches about a given topic.

General Revelation

God makes Himself known through creation, conscience, and providence.

Special Revelation

God discloses Himself and His redemptive work through Jesus Christ in special ways.

Sola Gratia

Grace Alone; our justification and salvation are solely by the sovereign grace of God.

Solus Fide

Faith Alone; our justification before God is through faith in Christ, not by works.

Sola Christus

Christ Alone; Jesus Christ is the sole mediator between God and man.

Sola Scriptura

Scripture Alone; the Bible is the only infallible and sufficient rule for governing issues of life and doctrine.

Soli Deo Gloria

The Glory of God Alone; all glory and honor are due to God alone.

Creeds

Written statements summarizing essential beliefs, used for teaching and defending the faith.

Apostles Creed

An early statement of Christian belief summarizing the apostles' teachings.

Nicene Creed

A profession of faith adopted by the Council of Nicaea, affirming key Christian doctrines.

Natural Revelation vs. Special Revelation

Natural revelation is God's self-disclosure through nature; special revelation is through His redemptive actions, primarily in Jesus Christ.

Biblical Exegesis

The critical interpretation and explanation of biblical texts.

Doxologically

In a manner that glorifies God; studying theology to know, love, and worship God.

The Task of Theology

Engaging in theology biblically, rationally, humbly, and doxologically.