Foundations For Ministry Final Exam Review

What is Willard's definition of character?

The internal overall structure of self, revealed by our long-run patterns of behavior.

What does James K. A. Smith emphasize as key to spiritual transformation?

Love and changing what we love.

What are 'secular liturgies' according to James K. A. Smith?

Cultural rituals that shape what we love.

What scripture uses a metaphor for ministry as cooperation with God?

John 15:4-5, which illustrates that God is the vine giving us power to do His work.

What is hyperbole?

An exaggerated statement not to be taken literally.

How does Ortberg define a 'disciplined person'?

A disciplined person is someone who can do the right thing at the right time in the right way with the right spirit.

How does meditation differ in the East versus in Christ?

Empty mind vs mind of christ meaning the east just empties their mind of everything while we fill it with Christ

Taming monkey mind vs every thought captive to Christ meaning we train ourselves to always think as Christ

Nothingness vs fullness in Christ we once again try to fill our minds with thoughts of Christ goes back to Philippians 4:8

What are the two types of calling discussed in class?

1. General call: All are called to Christ. 2. Specific call: To specific times, places, types of ministry.

What scripture illustrates the general call?

Mark 2:17: 'I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.'

What scripture illustrates the specific call?

Acts 22:21: 'Go, for I will send you far away to the Gentiles.'

Driven Person according to MacDonald

a. Most gratified by accomplishment

b. Preoccupied with the symbols of accomplishment

c. Usually caught in the uncontrolled pursuit of expansion

d. More likely to have little regard for integrity

e. Often limited or undeveloped in people skills

f. Highly competitive

g. More likely to have a volcanic temper

h. Abnormally busy

Called Person according to MacDonald

a. confidence in the Lord, not self-confidence; therefore, he has strength from within, regardless of outward circumstances.

c. strong sense of identity

d. unwavering sense of purpose

e. consistent commitment

b. strong sense of stewardship: sense of responsibility to use what God has given them

What are the positive aspects of spiritual gifts assessments?

1. Helps adjust expectations of each other. 2. Displays the power and beauty of the Body. 3. Provides different points of view.

What are the negative aspects of spiritual gifts assessments?

1. Can be used as excuses for limitations. 2. Tendency to label one another unhelpfully. 3. Some tests don't allow for spiritual growth.

What does the acronym D.I.S.C. stand for?

D: Dominant = fast/task, I: Influencing = fast/people, S: Steady = slow/people, C: Conscientious = slow/task.

What are James Bryan Smith's 4 elements of change?

1. The Holy Spirit, 2. Personal Narrative, 3. Soul-Shaping Exercises, 4. Community.

What are 5 symptoms of emotionally unhealthy spirituality according to Peter Scazerro?

1. Using God to run from God. 2. Ignoring anger, sadness, and fear. 3. Dying to the wrong things. 4. Denying the impact of the past. 5. Doing for God instead of being with God.

What are the 4 elements of calling according to Earley and Gutierrez?

1. An inner conviction from God. 2. Confirmed by the church. 3. Verified by giftedness. 4. Supported by results.

What are 5 characteristics of 'wise training' according to Ortberg?

1. Respects the freedom of the Spirit. 2. Honors unique temperament and gifts. 3. Takes into account current season of life. 4. Acknowledges ups and downs. 5. Begins with a clear commitment.

What are the symptoms of 'hurry sickness' according to Ortberg?

1. Speeding up daily activities. 2. Multitasking. 3. Clutter. 4. Superficiality. 5. Inability to love.

What are the 5 common forms of distorted thinking?

1. All-or-Nothing Thinking. 2. Overgeneralization. 3. Ignoring Positives & Exaggerating Negatives. 4. Unrealistic Should-Statements. 5. Blaming.

What are the 4 steps of Lectio Divina?

Read, Meditate, Pray, Contemplate.

What are the 3 inner attitudes regarding wealth that Foster emphasizes?

1. Make what we have available. 2. What we have is a gift. 3. God will take care of us.

What are the 4 obstacles to confession according to Foster?

1. Worm theology. 2. Denial of wrongdoing. 3. Fears of judgment. 4. Stigma of weakness.

What are 4 passages of scripture that give partial lists of spiritual gifts?

1. Romans 12:3-8. 2. 1 Corinthians 12:1-11. 3. Ephesians 4:11-16. 4. 1 Peter 4:7-11.

Foster's Inward Diciplines

Meditation

Prayer

Fasting

Study

Foster's Outward Disciplines

Simplicity

Solitude

Submission

Service

Foster's Corporate Disciplines

Confession

Worship

Guidance

Celebration

Bosch on difference between the calling of Jewish talmidim and Jesus' disciples

Jesus chose them.

Jesus, NOT his teaching, was the focus of their devotion.

Discipleship was life-long, not transition to a career as rabbi.

The disciples were servants, not just students.

Ultimate purpose was for disciples to become witnesses