THEO 202 Eschatology Exam Review

What is Eschatology?

The study of the last things, including death, judgment, and the final destiny of the soul.

What is the Liberal Approach to Eschatology?

It views the second coming as the ongoing Christianization of the social order, promoted by Adolf von Harnack.

Who is associated with the Demodernized Eschatology?

Albert Schweitzer, who believed Jesus preached a future kingdom that was supernatural and sudden.

What does C.H. Dodd's Realized Eschatology assert?

It insists that the kingdom of God has already arrived with Jesus, rather than being a future event.

What is Rudolf Bultmann's view on Eschatology?

He proposed Existential Eschatology, stating that eschatological realities are true in a timeless, existential sense.

What is Jürgen Moltmann's perspective on Eschatology?

He developed Politicized Eschatology, calling the church to mediate Christ's presence and God's future.

What is the general affirmation about the reality of death?

Virtually all affirm the reality of death, though many struggle emotionally to accept it.

How does Scripture describe life and death?

As two different states of existence, not merely existence and non-existence.

What does Paul say about death in 1 Corinthians 15:26?

He pictures death as an enemy.

What are the alternate views of the Intermediate State?

Soul Sleep, Purgatory, and Instantaneous Resurrection.

What does the New Testament say about the Intermediate State?

It distinguishes between Gehenna and Hades, affirming that the righteous do not descend into Hades.

What does Revelation 6:9-11 describe about the Intermediate State?

It depicts souls under the altar crying out for justice, indicating they are aware and active.

What is affirmed about the Second Coming in Matthew 24:30?

The Son of Man will return with power and great glory.

What does Acts 1:11 say about the manner of Jesus' return?

Jesus will return in the same manner as He left.

What is the character of the Second Coming according to Matthew 24:36-39?

It will be unexpected, similar to the days of Noah.

What does Matthew 24:30 say about the nature of the Second Coming?

It will be triumphant and glorious, with all peoples mourning and seeing the Son of Man coming on clouds.

What is the significance of being absent from the body according to 2 Corinthians 5:1-10?

It equates being absent from the body with being present with the Lord.

What does Philippians 3:20-21 say about the anticipation of Jesus' return?

Early Christians anticipated the return of Jesus and the resurrection of their bodies.

What does the New Testament say about the gathering of the elect?

It will occur at the return of Jesus as stated in Matthew 24:31.

How does the Bible suggest Christians view death?

Christians can take a new attitude toward death, seeing it as having different significance than for non-believers.

What is the nature of physical death according to the notes?

It is a result of sin and is not natural to humans; it is seen as an enemy.

What does Jesus urge his disciples regarding his coming?

To be ready, as they do not know when it will take place (Matt 24-25).

What is the meaning of imminence in the context of Jesus' return?

It indicates that the return of the Lord could happen at any time.

What does Paul refer to as our blessed hope?

The coming of the Lord (Titus 2:13).

What is the nature of resurrection according to Romans 8:11?

It is bodily in nature.

Who is involved in the work of resurrection?

The Triune God (Romans 8:11).

What are the two outcomes of resurrection for the righteous and unrighteous?

Righteous to eternal life and unrighteous to eternal death (Acts 24:14-15).

What is the Tribulation?

A period of 7 years of great conflict and distress when God pours out His judgment on the world (Revelation 6-19).

What is the difference between the rapture and the second coming of Christ?

In the rapture, Christ comes for His own; in the second coming, He comes with His own.

What does the term 'Pre-Tribulation Rapture' refer to?

The belief that the rapture occurs before the Tribulation.

What does 'Mid-Tribulation Rapture' indicate?

The belief that the rapture occurs in the middle of the Tribulation.

What is 'Post-Tribulation Rapture'?

The belief that the rapture occurs after the Tribulation.

What does Revelation 20:1-6 describe?

The binding of Satan for 1,000 years and the reign of the saints with Christ.

What is the significance of the first resurrection mentioned in Revelation 20?

It refers to the resurrection of those who will reign with Christ during the Millennium.

What are the three major views of the Millennium in church history?

Premillennialism, Postmillennialism, and Amillennialism.

Who were some early church fathers that supported Premillennial theology?

Justin Martyr, Tertullian, Irenaeus, Cyprian, and Victorinus.

What is Amillennial theology?

The belief that there is no literal 1,000-year reign of Christ on earth.

What does the Final Judgment entail according to Revelation 20:11-15?

The dead are judged according to their works, and the book of life is opened.

What is the role of the church in Covenant Theology?

The church replaces or fulfills Israel's destiny.

What distinguishes Dispensational Theology from Covenant Theology?

Dispensational Theology views the church and Israel as two distinct groups with separate plans.

What is the focus of the rapture according to 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18?

The focus is on the Lord and the church.

What is the focus of the second coming according to Matthew 24:14?

The focus is on Israel and the kingdom.

What does the term 'Millennial Kingdom' refer to?

The 1,000-year reign of Christ on earth as described in Revelation 20.

What does the phrase 'world is deceived' refer to in 2 Thessalonians 2:3-12?

It indicates that during the end times, many will be led astray by false teachings.

What is the significance of the 'great white throne' in Revelation 20?

It is where the dead are judged before God.

What is the book of life?

A record in which the names of those who will be saved are written.

What happens to those not found in the book of life?

They are thrown into the lake of fire.

What is the Great White Throne Judgment?

The final judgment where the dead are judged according to their works.

Who will be the judge during the final judgment?

Jesus Christ.

What is the significance of 2 Corinthians 5:10?

It states that believers will be judged for their works.

What does Romans 2:5-7 say about unbelievers?

They will be judged according to their works.

What does Matthew 11:22 imply about degrees of punishment?

It suggests that there will be varying degrees of punishment for the wicked.

What is the outcome for believers according to 1 Corinthians 3:12-15?

They will receive rewards based on the quality of their works.

What does Revelation 19:1-2 indicate about God's judgments?

God's judgments are true and righteous.

What does Matthew 25:41-46 describe?

The eternal punishment for those who did not help others in need.

What does Revelation 19:3 say about the eternal nature of hell?

It describes the smoke of the notorious prostitute ascending forever.

What does Romans 8:18-23 convey about suffering and glory?

The sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing to the glory to be revealed.

What is described in Revelation 21:1-6?

A new heaven and a new earth where God dwells with humanity.

What does Revelation 22:1-5 depict about the new creation?

It describes the river of life and the tree of life in the new Jerusalem.

What is the first principle regarding the new creation?

The physical creation will be renewed and believers will be resurrected.

What does Matthew 6:19-21 teach about treasures?

To store up treasures in heaven rather than on earth.

What does 1 Corinthians 15:58 encourage believers to do?

To be steadfast and excel in the Lord's work, knowing it is not in vain.

What does N.T. Wright discuss regarding death and resurrection?

The implications of death, resurrection, and the afterlife.

What is the second principle about the new creation?

The new creation will include an unending succession of moments.

What is the third principle regarding motivation in the new creation?

The new creation provides motivation for storing up treasures in heaven.

What does the new creation promise in terms of beauty and joy?

It will be a place of great beauty and joy.

What does Revelation 21:4 promise about pain and death?

God will wipe away every tear, and death, grief, crying, and pain will cease.

What is the significance of the tree of life in Revelation 22?

It bears fruit for healing the nations and signifies eternal life.

What does the term 'eternal punishment' refer to?

The everlasting consequence for those who reject God.

What does the phrase 'the lake of fire' symbolize?

The final destination for the wicked and unrepentant.

What is the role of angels in the judgment?

Angels will also be judged according to Jude 6.