Unit 1 Study Guide

What is the "Good News" of Jesus Christ primarily about?

• The creation of the world

• The message of salvation, grace, and reconciliation with God

• The laws given to Moses

• The miracles performed by Jesus

What does holiness primarily refer to in Christian theology?

• The ability to perform miracles

• The state of being set apart for God, characterized by moral purity and devotion

• The knowledge of all religious texts

• The power to forgive sins

In Christian theology, what is hope primarily based on?

• Wealth and prosperity

• A confident expectation or trust in God and His promises

• The ability to predict the future

• The strength of one's own abilities

What does the doctrine of the Incarnation emphasize about Jesus Christ?

• He was only a prophet

• He was fully divine and fully human

• He was only a historical figure

• He was a mythical character

What is justification in Christian belief?

• The process of becoming wealthy

• The act of being declared righteous before God through faith in Jesus Christ

• The ability to perform religious rituals

• The knowledge of all religious doctrines

What does salvation encompass in Christian theology?

• Deliverance from sin and its consequences

• The ability to speak multiple languages

• The power to control nature

• The knowledge of ancient history

What is sanctification in the context of Christian belief?

• The process of becoming a religious leader

• The process of being made holy and conformed to the image of Christ

• The ability to memorize scripture

• The power to heal the sick

Which of the following is NOT a component of the Gospel message?

• Salvation

• Grace

• Reconciliation with God

• Accumulation of wealth

What is the ultimate goal of holiness for believers?

• To gain political power

• To reflect God's nature

• To become famous

• To acquire material possessions

How is justification achieved according to Christian belief?

• Through human works and efforts

• By God's grace through faith in Jesus Christ

• By following all religious laws perfectly

• By attending religious services regularly