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WorksheetsUnderstanding Guilt, Shame, and Fear
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 19mins
What are the 3 different worldviews discussed in the video?
D. Win/Lose, Rich/Poor, Quiet/Loud
A. Peace/War, Light/Dark, Good/Evil
C. Happy/Sad, Weak/Strong, Kind/Mean
B. Guilt/Innocence, Fear/Power, Shame/Honor
Which type of culture did you grow up in guilt/innocence, shame/honor, or fear/power?
Which cultures typically have a guilt/innocence worldview?
Asian cultures
Middle Eastern cultures
Tribal cultures
Western cultures
In a guilt/innocence culture, what’s the big deal?
Having a big family
Staying on the right side of the rules
Keeping spirits happy by giving them treats
Getting the Best grades to honor your family
What do people do if they mess up in a guilt/innocence culture?
Say sorry and hope for the best
Power up with cool spells
Face a punishment to make things right
Wear a silly hat
How does Jesus handle the woman caught breaking the rules?
Gives her a high-five
Tells everyone to throw rocks
Forgives her and lets her go
Ignores her
What’s the best news for people feeling guilty in a guilt/innocence culture?
Jesus is like a super lawyer who forgives sins!
They get a prize for trying
Spirits become their friends
They get new clothes
Which cultures typically hold a shame/honor worldview?
Tribal cultures
Middle Eastern and Asian cultures
Western cultures
Scandinavian cultures
What’s the big deal in a shame/honor culture?
Reputation—keeping that honor strong! Do good and do it right!
Winning at games no matter how you do it
Getting good grades- cheating and detention are fine too
Eating the most food at dinner
In a shame/honor culture, what happens if you mess up?
You get a second chance
Only you feel bad
It’s a big deal for your whole family/community
Nothing much
When the lost son came home, what did Jesus show?
A new house cause he earned it!
Restored honor! His dad welcomed him back with open arms
A big lecture on bad choices
A magic trick with pig food and disappearing money
What’s the good news for people in a shame/honor culture?
Jesus calls them superstars
They are given a place of honor in God’s family
They get free meals
Spirits leave them alone
Which cultures typically have a fear/power worldview?
Asian cultures
Tribal cultures
Eastern European cultures
North American cultures
What’s something a fear/power culture worries about?
Making new friends
Big tests
Spirits and curses!
Messy rooms
What do people in fear/power cultures try to do to stay safe?
Follow strict taboos and superstitions
Learn martial arts
Study really hard
Call a friend
Name one superstition you grew up hearing (example: in the USA if you break a mirror they say you will have 7 years bad luck)
How did Jesus show His power to help people in fear/power cultures?
By calming storms and casting out scary spirits
By throwing parties
By hiding from danger
By giving gifts
What’s the best news for people feeling afraid in fear/power cultures?
They get superpowers
Jesus gives them strength and power over all fears!
They don’t have to go to school
They win a game show
How does Jesus bring hope to those who feel guilty?
By making them dance
He forgives them and removes their guilt!
By giving them a big prize
By writing their name on a wall
How does Jesus help those feeling shame?
Throws a big celebration, showing they’re welcomed in God’s family!
Gives them new clothes
Hides their mistakes
Sends them away
What does Jesus offer to those who live in fear?
He calms storms, walks on water, and shows ultimate power—so they don’t need to be afraid!
He hides them in a safe place
He sends angels
He gives them extra money
Based on what you've learned how does learning more about how Jesus approaces our failures/sins (our Khata, Pesha, and Avons) impact how you view His work to restore the world and YOU. In other words how does knowing he will make you innocent/honored/powerful impact your desire to know Him more?
