1.
The sin nature was passed on to us as a result of Adam and Eve's sin of seeing each other naked.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
It was because they had disobeyed God and eaten the fruit of the tree of good and evil.
2.
God told Adam and Eve that if they ate of the forbidden fruit that they would surely die. What was it that died?
Correct Answer
B. Their spirit that connected them to God's spirit
Explanation
When Adam and Eve ate the forbidden fruit, it was not their physical bodies that died, but rather their spiritual connection to God's spirit. This spiritual death meant that they were separated from God's presence and lost their intimate relationship with Him. Their disobedience caused a rupture in their spiritual connection, leading to a state of sin and separation from God. This spiritual death affected their entire being, impacting their relationship with God and their understanding of His will.
3.
What is the theological term for our condition as sinners?
Correct Answer
C. Total depravity
Explanation
Total depravity is the theological term for our condition as sinners. It refers to the belief that as humans, we are completely corrupted by sin and unable to save ourselves. This concept is often associated with the doctrine of original sin, which states that all humans inherit a sinful nature from Adam and Eve. Total depravity emphasizes the extent of our sinful state, highlighting our need for salvation and dependence on God's grace.
4.
Which of the following was not one of the three main views on how the Fall of Man affected man?
Correct Answer
D. It depends on each person. Some people have more of an ability to respond to God than others.
Explanation
The correct answer suggests that the view that "It depends on each person. Some people have more of an ability to respond to God than others" was not one of the three main views on how the Fall of Man affected man. This implies that the other three options were the main views, which include: nothing died when Adam and Eve sinned, man is perfectly capable of not sinning; although the Fall was devastating to the image of God in man, there is still a spark of good in man; and man is so dead from the Fall that there is no vestige of good or ability to respond to God.
5.
Because God's holiness is way too high of a standard to evaluate ourselves by, God judges us more by our human standards.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
God's holiness and moral purity is the standard by which he judges sin.
6.
In the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5-7, Jesus talks about several of the 10 Commandments. What he was trying to point out was
Correct Answer
E. A and D
Explanation
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus emphasizes the importance of the 10 Commandments and goes beyond mere outward compliance, highlighting the intentions of the heart. This suggests that he was trying to convey both the continued relevance of the commandments and the need to focus on internal righteousness rather than just external actions. Therefore, the correct answer is A and D.
7.
One of the best indicators of how deep the sin nature is is how we respond in the unguarded moment.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement suggests that our true nature, or sin nature, is revealed in moments when we are not consciously guarded or in control of our actions. These unguarded moments can show our instinctual and impulsive responses, which may reflect our deeper nature. Therefore, the statement implies that unguarded moments are a reliable indicator of the depth of our sin nature.
8.
According to Paul, the reason the law was given was to
Correct Answer
E. All of the above
Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above". According to Paul, the reason the law was given was to give us a standard of morals, show our need for a Savior, show us how far we had strayed, and give opportunity for sin all the more.
9.
Jeremiah the prophet said that the heart is
Correct Answer
D. Deceitful above all things
Explanation
The correct answer is "Deceitful above all things". This means that Jeremiah the prophet believed that the heart is the most deceitful part of a person. It implies that the heart is prone to dishonesty and can easily lead a person astray. This statement suggests that one should be cautious and not trust their own heart blindly, as it may deceive them.
10.
The reason it is good to see the depth of man's depravity is that it allows us to see the depth of God's love in saving us.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
This statement suggests that understanding the extent of human depravity enables us to appreciate the magnitude of God's love in rescuing and redeeming us. By recognizing the depths of our own brokenness and sinfulness, we can better comprehend the immense grace and mercy that God extends to us. This understanding enhances our gratitude and reverence for God's love and salvation.