Christian Theology: God, Trinity, Creation, and Humanity

What does it mean that God is noncontingent?

God does not require anyone else to be who He is.

Why is God described as a loving Father?

Because He loved the Son within the Holy Trinity before creation and made His love known through the gift of the Spirit.

What role does love play in the understanding of creation?

Love is foundational; God's love exists before creation and is expressed through the Trinity.

What is the significance of the Holy Spirit in the Kingdom of God?

The Holy Spirit is the gift through which God's love is made known and active among His people.

What does 'missions exist because worship doesn't' mean?

The mission of God arises because worship of God is not yet fully realized; missions lead people toward worship.

According to Vaughn's definition, what does 'The Kingdom of God' consist of?

God's people, in God's place, under God's rule and blessing.

What is the relationship between the Father and the Son in the Trinity?

The Father is not the Son, and the Son is not the Father, but both are God.

What are some cultural values that might be mistaken for divine commands?

Many elements of our cultural values may be elevated to the level of divine commands mistakenly.

How should humans respond to God's rightful kingship?

By acknowledging His rule and worshiping Him.

What happened after Adam and Eve ate the forbidden fruit?

Their eyes were opened, they realized they were naked, felt shame, and made clothes from fig leaves.

How is sin described in the notes?

Sin is anything that goes against God and is considered the most arrogant sin.

What is the importance of stewardship in creation?

Humans are called to care for and take joy in creation, maintaining its goodness without elevating it above God.

What is the difference between the physical and spiritual according to the notes?

The physical should not be treated as less than the spiritual, but neither should it be elevated above God.

What does the confusion of languages at Babel explain?

It explains why people were scattered across the earth with different languages.