Grade 11 Sunday School Exam

what is difference between doctrine and teaching

all doctrines are teachings but not all teachings are doctrines

what is a doctrine

a body of core beliefs or principles that are regarded as authoritative and foundational within a religious tradition or church

what is a teaching

a broader term that is any act of conveying information

how is the Bible authoritative

believe in divine inspiration, community acceptance and canonization, personal experience, miracles, creation, and prophecy

is the Bible relevant to church today

foundation of worship and teaching, source of doctrines and ethics, addressing modern challenges, creating community

what are the synoptic gospels and explain

Matthew, Mark, Luke

they show the life of Jesus in similar ways, they have shared content and structure and use common sources.

2 gospels and explain their theme

Matthew (promised Messiah and teacher of the new law) Mark (suffering servant and Son of God)

define hermeneutics

the study of the principles and methods used to interpret texts, language, symbolic expressions

define exegisis

process of drawing out the original intended meaning of biblical text through careful and systematic study

list/describe various literary styles in which the Word of God is presented to us

metaphors/similes, parables, apocalypse, hyperbole, anthropomorphism

define sacraments

visible sign of invisible grace

3 concepts of sacraments

mysterion (divine mystery revealed through outward signs), ordinance (commanded ritual instituted by Christ), sacramentum (sacred oath of loyalty to God)

list the 7 sacraments

baptism, cofirmation, confession, communion, matrimony, ordination, unction

attributes of the Holy Spirit

divine (eternal, holy), personal (emotions, speak, teaches)

how to receive the Holy Spirit, steps from scripture

repent/believe, be baptized, ask in prayer, received by faith, continue to be filled

list and describe 3 conundrums of sin

theological (if God is good, why does evil exist)

philosophical (in sin inherited or a social construct

psychological (inherit battle between desire and conscious

describe a Biblical character who struggled with sin

David lusted after Bathsheba and killed her husband to hide his mistakes

what are the consequences of sin

it distorts the way we think, we feel empty and unstable, society starts to break apart

what is baptism

it means to dip/immerse

it is a sacrament that marks our entry into the church

list examples of symbolic meaning of baptism and explain

dying to sin, being buried with Christ, and raised to life again

list some moral attributes of God

loving, faithful, powerful , just, guiding

how does Bible describe God

Shepherd, King, Rock, Father, Almighty

what is salvation

it means deliverance and perservation

it does not always mean spiritual

what does repent mean

it means to change your mind and direction, deciding to turn away from sin

what does believe mean

trust who Jesus is and what he has done, and depending on Him personally than just knowing facts

what does receive mean

inviting Jesus into our lives

how can i stay firm in my faith in the midst of modern trends and digital temptations

set boundaries, accountability, set good spiritual habits, having identity in Christ

how can i use digital world to enhance my spiritual life

share faith on social media, Bible apps/devotionals, send encouraging messages, listen to sermons

what are core doctrinal beliefs of the Marthoma church

belief in trinity, Jesus Christ, Holy Spirit, scriputure and the Nicene Creed

what is mission

participation in God's redeeming work in the world, not just preaching, but restoring people, communities and creation under Christ

What is evangelism?

proclaiming and witnessing to the saving grace of Jesus Christ

what is witness

personally and publicly testify, by life and words, to who Jesus Christ is and what He has done

what is liturgy

way we show and practice our faith through prayers, songs, readings, and actions in worship

what are characteristics of our liturgy

Our worship is centered on the Holy Trinity

Our prayers and worship services are based directly on the Word of God

The liturgy protects us from wrong teachings and false beliefs by keeping us grounded in Scripture.

Over many centuries, the liturgy developed with the guidance of early Church leaders and fathers.

The liturgy affirms that the Holy Spirit works both within the Church and in the world.

The liturgy tells the story of God's plan of salvation for humanity.

It celebrates God's saving work through Jesus Christ, especially through His death on the Cross and His resurrection.

Reading the Bible and offering various prayers are important parts of our worship.

symbols used in mar thoma liturgical worship

madhbaha, light, incense, vestments, tableeta, kablana and sosappa, curtain

gestures used in mar thoma liturgical worship

Kneeling or Bowing, Standing, Facing East, Making the sign of the cross, priest raising his hands and praying, Kiss of Peace, Opening and Closing of the curtain

John 1:9

If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all righteousness.

Psalm 91:14

Because he loves me," says the Lord, "I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name."