General Bible Courses
Final Review for Great Themes of Theology II
Summary
In "Great Themes Of The Book 1," the first of a three-part study of Christian theology in the Living By The Book curriculum, you learned important foundational truths about God's nature, His sovereignty and providence in creation, and His redemptive plan for humanity. In this second installment, subtitled "Salvation, The Holy Spirit, and Christian Living," Dr. J. Rodman Williams continues to explore the theme of redemption. He shares biblical insights about the meaning of regeneration, justification, and sanctification. Through the study of these topics, you will appreciate more fully what salvation means and become more diligent in your pursuit of spiritual maturity. Dr. Williams also answers several perplexing questions about such issues as eternal security and predestination.
The central focus of "Great Themes Of The Book 2" is the person and work of the Holy Spirit. Because God is pouring out His Spirit afresh in our day, there is renewed interest in this little understood member of the Trinity. Who is He? What part does He play in salvation? What does it mean to be baptized in the Spirit? What are spiritual gifts, and what place do they have in the church today? Dr. Williams answers these and other questions in a way that is both biblically sound and academically informed.
A unique feature of the course is Dr. William's personal insights into the nature and activity of the Spirit. These reflect the knowledge He has gained as an international pioneer and leader in the charismatic movement since 1965. His experience of the supernatural reality of the Spirit - and of the human dimension of the Pentecostal/charismatic renewal - are both theologically penetrating and practically valuable. For the Christian seeking a deeper relationship with God, "Great Themes Of The Book 2" is an unparalleled guide to experiencing the power and presence of the Holy Spirit, and to understanding and appropriating each of the nine spiritual gifts.
The climax of "Great Themes Of The Book 2" is a study of how to walk in the way of love. Love is the single greatest rule of Christian living and the principle that is to direct our use of spiritual gifts. Spiritual gifts are gifts of love, and they are given to empower us for witness and ministry. Upon completing this course, you will understand the biblical injunction "to be filled with the Spirit" (Eph. 5:18) as both a call to love God and neighbor and as an invitation to receive a glorious gift.
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Quiz Instructions
Final Exam Questions
1. To _________ means to make holy or be made holy.
justify
sanctify
2. Works are the __________ of justification.
ground
consequence
3. True or False. The work of sanctification is done by God all the way through man all the way.
True
False
4. The putting to death of sins is called ______________.
mortification
justification
5. True or False. All true believers in Jesus Christ are saints.
True
False
6. ___________ is a temporary falling away from the faith.
Backsliding
Apostasy
7. True or False. There are no conditions for the believer persisting in salvation.
True
False
8. The three “omnis” that the Holy Spirit shares with the Father and the Son are omniscience, _______________, and omnipotence.
Omnipresence
Universe
9. The Messiah was called the “___________ One” because the Holy Spirit was to rest upon Him permanently and with great power.
Anointed
Powerful
10. The primary mission of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament was the ____________ of the community of faith.
sanctification
empowerment
11. True or False. We should call the Holy Spirit “It” because the Spirit lacks personal characteristics.
True
False
12. The Holy Spirit brings the dynamis or ________________ of God.
Power
Image
13. The symbol of the _____________ represents the gentleness, innocence, and purity of the Spirit.
seal
dove
14. True or False. The experience of salvation must precede the gift of the Holy Spirit.
True
False
15. The agent in Spirit baptism is _____________.
Jesus
the Father
16. We experience ___________ baptism(s) in the Holy Spirit.
one
many
17. The Holy Spirit ___________ the language when one speaks in tongues.
controls
provides
18. Speaking in __________ brings self-edification.
prophecy
tongues
19. True or False. The Holy Spirit was sent to guide us into truth in general.
True
False
20. Power for (praise, ministry) is the central purpose for the Spirit’s coming in the New Testament.
praise
ministry
21. In Acts, the laying on of _____________ often accompanies the reception of the Spirit.
Hands
Flowers
22. True or False. The coming of the Holy Spirit brings “entire sanctification.”
True
False
23. Prayer is a _________ for receiving the Holy Spirit.
context
condition
24. The word of knowledge is a gift of _______________.
utterance
wisdom
25. True or False. It is necessary to speak in tongues to be saved.
True
False
26. The Greek word charismata means “gifts of ____________.”
Grace
Spirit
27. There are nine ____________ of the Spirit listed in 1 Corinthians 12.
gifts
fruit
28. True or False. Spiritual gifts are given only to mature Christians.
True
False
29. True or False. We should ignore spiritual gifts and cultivate only spiritual fruit.
True
False
30. ____________ is the only gift found in the biblical lists of gifts in Romans, 1 Corinthians, and Ephesians.
Prophecy
Speaking in tongues
31. True or False. Spiritual gifts are enhancements of natural talents.
True
False
32. The revelations given through the word of wisdom and the word of knowledge will never contradict _______________.
Scripture
Christians
33. The word of wisdom is related to _____________.
preaching
teaching
34. _____________ faith is supernatural faith from God that moves mountains.
Gift
Saving
Fruit
35. ____________ is the best antidote to doubt.
Positive confession
Prayer
36. Besides lack of faith, the two major obstacles that prevent healing are ________ and unforgiveness.
Sin
Anxiety
37. True or False. Satan can counterfeit miracles.
True
False
38. Prophecy is basically _____________.
foretelling
forthtelling
39. One who prophesies speaks for _______________________, exhortation, and consolation.
Edification
Future
40. True or False. All Spirit-filled believers may prophesy.
True
False
41. The gift of distinguishings of spirits gives us insight into the actions of human, _________________ , and angelic spirits.
Demonic
Saints
42. True or False. According to Paul, all believers may speak in tongues devotionally.
True
False
43. Interpreted tongues and _____________________ are equal in value.
Prophecy
Speaking in tongues
44. True or False. If there is no one present to interpret, one with the gift of tongues should remain silent.
True
False
45. Through the interpretation of tongues, a ____________ may be given.
translation
message
46. The primary concern in Christian living is doing the ____________ of God.
works
will
47. If we walk in the light, we will have koinonia or ________________ with other believers.
Fellowship
Problems
48. ____________ is the greatest of the fruit of the Spirit and, with faith and hope, will go on forever into eternity.
Joy
Love
49. Guidance concerning God’s will is received primarily by hearing His voice in _______________.
Scripture
Prophecy
50. True or False. In 1 Corinthians 13 Paul questions the validity of spiritual gifts.
True
False
