Religious Education Exam Review Flashcards

Flashcards for Religious Education exam review, focusing on key vocabulary and definitions from lecture notes.

Inspiration of the Bible

The belief that the Bible is God-breathed and useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness (2 Timothy 3:16).

Moral Guidance

The Bible serves as a source of moral guidance and instruction, helping individuals discern right from wrong (Psalm 119:11).

Daily Living (Bible)

Applying biblical principles to contemporary issues to guide actions (James 1:22).

Sanctification

The process of being made holy or set apart for God’s purposes.

Faith

Complete trust in God, and belief in Jesus Christ and his works.

Omnipotence

An attribute of God, meaning all-powerful.

The Nature of God

Refers to God as Creator, establishing His nature as all-powerful, as described in Genesis 1:1.

Attributes of God

Specific qualities of God, such as omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence (Psalm 139:7-8).

Covenant

The relationship between God and His people, promising to be their God and the God of their descendants (Genesis 17:7).

Stewardship

The concept of human responsibility to God, involving obedience to His commandments and fulfilling His purpose on earth (Micah 6:8).

Agape Love

Unconditional love (Romans 5:8).

Sanctity of Life

The belief in the inherent value and holiness of human life, with biblical foundations (Psalm 139:13-14).

Ethical Issues

Christian perspectives on ethical dilemmas such as abortion and euthanasia, honoring God with our bodies (1 Corinthians 6:19-20).

Social Justice

The biblical basis for justice and equality, defending the rights of the poor and needy (Proverbs 31:8-9).

Family Life

The biblical view of marriage and family life, emphasizing unity and the relationship between Christ and the church (Ephesians 5:31-33).

Relationships

Principles of love, respect, and responsibility, characterized by patience, kindness, and selflessness (1 Corinthians 13:4-7).

Elohim

God, Mighty Creator (Genesis 1:1)

Yahweh (Jehovah)

The LORD, 'I AM WHO I AM' (Exodus 3:14)

Adonai

Lord, Master (Psalm 8:1)

El Shaddai

God Almighty (Genesis 17:1)

Yahweh-Jireh

The LORD Will Provide (Genesis 22:14)

Yahweh-Rapha

The LORD Who Heals (Exodus 15:26)

Yahweh-Shalom

The LORD Is Peace (Judges 6:24)

Yahweh-Tsidkenu

The LORD Our Righteousness (Jeremiah 23:6)

Emmanuel

God with Us (Matthew 1:23)