The Bible in Daily Life

Flashcards about the Bible as a source of wisdom and authority in daily life

According to 2 Timothy 3:16-17, what is the purpose of Scripture?

Teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.

What do followers of Divine Command Theory believe about the Bible?

The Bible provides clear rules on moral behaviour.

What is an example of absolute moral rules contained in the Bible?

The Ten Commandments in Exodus 20.

What teaching did Jesus give as an example of moral behavior?

To love your neighbour.

According to Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, what is the duty of all mankind?

Fear God and keep his commandments.

In Luke 6:36-37, what does Jesus teach about mercy and judgment?

Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.

What is the collection of ancient Hebrew songs, poems, and prayers in the Old Testament called?

Psalms.

According to Psalm 119:9-16, how can a young person stay on the path of purity?

By living according to God's word.

According to Psalm 119:105, what does God's word act as?

A lamp for my feet, a light on my path.

What is 'heilsgeschichte'?

German for salvation history; the Bible explains how God will save humanity from their sin.

According to John 14:6, what did Jesus say about himself?

"I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the father except through me."

According to Genesis 1:26-28, in whose image was mankind created?

God's own image (imago Dei).

What does Genesis 1:26-28 say about humans over God's creation?

God has given humans authority and power over his creation (Dominion). Humans have responsibility to look after the world (Stewardship).

According to the book of Ecclesiastes, what is life without God?

Futile, vain and meaningless.

According to Romans 15:4, what was written in the past written to do?

To teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope.

According to Psalm 46:1-3, what is God?

Our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.

According to Matthew 6:25, what should you not worry about?

Your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear.