Systematic Theology Flashcards

Flashcards covering key concepts in Systematic Theology, including Bibliology, Theology Proper, Christology, Pneumatology, Christian Anthropology, Hamartiology, Soteriology, Ecclesiology, and Eschatology.

What is the definition of systematic theology?

The collecting, scientifically arranging, comparing, exhibiting, and defending of all facts from any and every source concerning God and His works.

What is the basic definition of theology?

The study or science of God.

List 5 aspects of theology.

Biblical, Systematic, Relevant, Contemporary, and Practical.

What are some of the distinctions of Systematic Theology?

Biblical theology, Historical theology, Dogmatic theology, Christian theology, Theology proper

List requirements of Systematic Theology.

Inspiration and Inerrancy of Scripture, Application of Proper Hermeneutical Principles, Scientific Approach, Progressive Revelation, Illumination, Recognition of Human Limitations.

What is Bibliology?

The study of the nature, origin, and authority of the Bible.

What are 2 types of Revelation?

General and Special Revelation

What is the definition of Inspiration in relation to the Bible?

God breathed (Timothy 3:16) God superintended human authors to write His Word without error (2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21).

What is Verbal Plenary Inspiration?

Every word of the Bible is inspired.

What is the definition of Authority of Scripture?

The Bible is the final rule for faith and practice (Matthew 4:4; 2 Peter 1:3).

What is the definition of Inerrancy of Scripture?

The original manuscripts contain no errors because they are divinely inspired (John 17:17; Psalm 19:7).

What is the definition of the Canon of Scripture?

The collection of books recognized as God’s Word.

What are the criteria for Canonization?

Apostolicity, orthodoxy, and widespread acceptance.

What is Theology Proper?

The study of God Himself—His nature, attributes, and works.

List arguments of God's Existence

Cosmological Argument, Teleological Argument, Moral Argument

What is the definition of Monotheism?

One God (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 45:5).

What is the definition of the Trinity?

One God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14).

Define God's Immutability

He does not change (Malachi 3:6; Hebrews 13:8).

List communicable attributes of God.

Holiness, Love, Justice, Wisdom

List incommunicable attributes of God.

Omniscience, Omnipotence, Omnipresence, Eternality

What are the works of God?

Creation, Providence, Redemption

What is Christology?

The study of the person and work of Jesus Christ.

Give Scriptural Evidence of the Deity of Christ.

John 1:1-3, 14, Colossians 2:9, Hebrews 1:3

Give Scriptural Evidence of the Humanity of Christ.

Philippians 2:6-8, Hebrews 4:15, John 1:14

What is the Hypostatic Union?

Jesus is one person with two natures—fully God and fully man (John 1:14, Colossians 2:9).

What are the offices of Christ?

Prophet, Priest, King

What is the definition of the Atonement of Christ?

Jesus’ death paid the penalty for sin.

What are the Theories of Atonement?

Substitutionary Atonement (Penal Substitution), Christus Victor, Moral Influence

What is Pneumatology?

The study of the Holy Spirit—His identity, role, and work.

Give Scriptural Evidence of the Holy Spirit is a Person.

Acts 13:2, John 14:26, Ephesians 4:30

Give Scriptural Evidence that the Holy Spirit is God.

Acts 5:3-4, 2 Corinthians 3:17, Matthew 28:19

List the Holy Spirit's Role in Salvation.

Convicts of Sin, Regenerates Believers, Seals Believers for Redemption

List the Holy Spirit's Role in Sanctification.

Indwelling of Believers, Empowers for Holy Living, Produces the Fruit of the Spirit

When does Baptism of the Spirit occur?

At conversion (1 Corinthians 12:13).

What is Christian Anthropology?

The study of humanity from a biblical perspective.

What is the Image of God (Imago Dei)?

The metaphysical expression, associated uniquely to humans, which signifies the symbolical connection between God and humanity.

What are the effects of the Fall?

Spiritual Death, Moral Corruption, Physical Death and Suffering, Distorted Relationships

What is Hamartiology?

The study of sin—its nature, origin, effects, and consequences.

What is the origin of sin?

In the Angelic Realm and In Humanity.

What are the types of sin?

Original Sin, Imputed Sin, Personal Sin, Sins of Omission & Commission

List consequenses of Sin.

Separation from God, Corruption of Human Nature, Broken Relationships, Eternal Judgment

What is Soteriology?

The study of how God rescues sinners from sin and its consequences.

How is Salvation Received?

By Grace Through Faith and Through Repentance and Belief

What is the Process of Salvation?

Justification, Sanctification, Glorification

What is Ecclesiology?

It is the study of the nature, purpose, and function of the Church.

What are the Biblical Definitons of the Church?

Universal Church and Local Church

What is the Purpse of the Church?

Worship, Teaching & Discipleship, Fellowship, Evangelism & Missions, Service & Social Justice

List the Chruch Offices.

Pastors/Elders and Deacons

List the Church Ordinances.

Baptism and The Lord's Supper

What is Eschatology?

It is the study of the end times and God's ultimate plan for history.

What are events associated with Christ's return?

The Resurrection of the Dead and the Final Judgement