WorksheetsHow to Rule the World Part 2
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
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1.
1. You are a manager at work. A team member suggests cutting corners to save money, which would benefit the company but harm customers in the long run. According to the biblical idea of ruling as God’s image, what should you do?
a)
Agree, because ruling means using authority to protect the organization’s interests first
b)
Refuse, because ruling means seeking the good of others, even at a personal or organizational cost
c)
Delegate the decision to someone else so you aren’t responsible
d)
Allow it this time but pray for forgiveness later
2.
2. In Genesis, humanity is told to “subdue” and “rule” the earth. Based on the study notes, which of these best captures what that means?
a)
Dominate creation for personal gain
b)
Cultivate creation, helping it flourish for the benefit of all
c)
Restrict all use of resources to avoid any change to nature
d)
Focus ruling only on spiritual matters, not physical work
3.
3. A friend says, “Since kings in the ancient world were called ‘images of god,’ it’s fine to think of pastors as the same.” Which biblical truth challenges this idea?
a)
Only kings are images of God
b)
All humans are images of God, not just leaders
c)
Only people in church ministry are God’s image
d)
God never gave humans ruling authority
4.
4. You have influence in your community and can choose between two projects:
- Project A will greatly improve your reputation but help very few people.
- Project B will mostly go unnoticed but will significantly help many in need.
Which reflects ruling like Jesus?
a)
Project A, because reputation opens doors
b)
Project B, because true rule seeks the good of others over self-interest
c)
Choose both to balance outcomes
d)
Choose neither and wait for clearer signs
5.
5. Why did God forbid Israel from making images of Him?
a)
He was afraid the images would be too beautiful
b)
Because God had already made living images—humans
c)
Because Israel didn’t have the skills to make idols
d)
To make Israel stand out from other nations
6.
6. A leader decides that “good” is whatever benefits his supporters and “evil” is whatever harms them, regardless of fairness. According to the Genesis account, what is happening?
a)
The leader is ruling according to God’s standard of good
b)
The leader is defining good and evil for himself, a root of human brokenness
c)
The leader is wisely protecting his own people first
d)
The leader is following Israel’s original model of kingship
7.
7. If “gardening” in Genesis is a metaphor for ruling, which modern example fits best?
a)
A CEO exploiting workers to maximize profit
b)
A teacher patiently mentoring students to develop their potential
c)
A politician silencing opposition to maintain control
d)
A landlord neglecting property maintenance for higher margins
8.
8. Your business partner proposes opening a new branch that will harm a vulnerable community. They argue it’s “just business.” From the perspective of restored humanity in Christ, what is the most biblical response?
a)
Proceed, because financial growth will let you do good later
b)
Decline, because ruling as God’s image means protecting and blessing people now
c)
Proceed, but donate a small portion to charity
d)
Avoid deciding, letting circumstances determine the outcome
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9. In the biblical narrative, what made the idea of all humans being God’s image revolutionary?
a)
It meant every human could be a priest
b)
It gave divine authority only to prophets
c)
It extended royal dignity and ruling responsibility to everyone, not just kings
d)
It removed any expectation for humans to work
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10. You are in a political debate and your opponent insults you. Jesus’ example as the true ruler suggests:
a)
Insult back to defend your honor
b)
Ignore the insult and respond with a desire for their good
c)
Withdraw completely from the discussion
d)
Use the moment to prove your intelligence
11.
11. Which statement best describes the New Testament view of Jesus as the “image of God”?
a)
He is the only human who perfectly rules by serving others
b)
He replaced humanity’s calling to rule
c)
He abolished the idea of humans ruling
d)
He acted as a political king over Israel
12.
12. A coworker manipulates others to climb the corporate ladder. You are tempted to do the same to compete. What does the biblical pattern warn?
a)
That ruling for self-gain ultimately damages others and yourself
b)
That self-advancement is God’s blessing if you succeed
c)
That you should avoid leadership entirely
d)
That competing aggressively is the only way to survive
13.
13. Why is the resurrection of Jesus key to humanity’s future rule?
a)
It shows humans can escape earth
b)
It proves Jesus will replace all humans as ruler
c)
It launches a new way to be human, filled with God’s life and Spirit
d)
It abolishes all human authority
14.
14. Your local council asks you to lead a project. One option will benefit a wealthy minority who can repay you with favors; the other will benefit a struggling majority who cannot repay. Which choice aligns with God’s view of rule?
a)
Help the wealthy minority
b)
Help the struggling majority
c)
Do whichever earns more recognition
d)
Avoid making the choice yourself
15.
15. In the final biblical vision, God’s servants “rule” the renewed world. What does this likely involve?
a)
Exercising power for personal comfort
b)
Continuing God’s creative project into new, uncharted good
c)
Building monuments to themselves
d)
Overthrowing God’s authority
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