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| What's the two-part definition of a true Christian in verse 15? | those who have been born again, who have been forgiven by the death of Jesus for their offenses against God Add Comment |
| God in three persons (the Trinity) is at work in saving us. What does each member of the Trinity specifically do; Father, Son and Holy Spirit? | the Father initiates the plan, the Son implements it through his death and resurrection, and the Holy Spirit applies it to believers, enabling them to live a life of faith Add Comment |
| What are some of the spiritual blessings we have in Christ? | redemption, forgiveness of sins, adoption into God's family, and an eternal inheritance Add Comment |
| Who did Paul preach to in Ephesus? | both Jews and Gentiles Add Comment |
| What does the word "adoption" (v5) tell us about the change from our old way of life as unbelievers to our new life in Christ? | to change from are old ways of life to are new ways of life Add Comment |
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| In God's eyes, what is the status of those outside of Christ, and why (v3)? | the status of those out side of christ are his children Add Comment |
| Many try to blame their sin on the influence of the world or believe that "the devil made me do it". What's Paul's answer to that in verse 3? | this is your flesh Add Comment |
| What was God's response to our sin problem and why did he provide a solution according to verses 4-5? | to release us of are sins Add Comment |
| How does Paul describe the lives of these Ephesian Christians before they came to faith (v1)? | physically alive but spiritually dead Add Comment |
| What is salvation based on according to verses 8-9? | For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith Add Comment |
| What does God have planned for us? | that we should obey his Word, that we should glorify him in all things, that we should love him with all our hearts and minds and strength and love our neighbor as ourselves Add Comment |
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| What does Paul mention a couple of times in is opening greeting in the first 5 verses? | grace and peace Add Comment |
| What is the Gospel? | good news of jesus christ Add Comment |
| What is Paul's first warning to the church in Galatia? | if anybody is preaching to you a gospel other than what you accept, let them be under gods church Add Comment |
| Where does Paul receive his authority and direction? | through revelation from jesus christ Add Comment |
| Welcome to the Earn Your Way Program! Whether this is your first time using this program or you are returning, we are glad you are going through it and hope this points you to Christ, that you learn more about who God is and how much He loves you and also that this helps develop the habit of spending time in God's Word. I would encourage you to begin with prayer and then end with prayer and consider what God might have you do in response to what you read. Please let us know if you have any questions, concerns or issues with the program. We are going to spend time the New Testament as we begin. Is this your first time or have you done the Earn Your Way program before? | yes Add Comment |
| Question | Answer |
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| Why was it shocking to the Jews that Paul was called to preach the gospel to the Gentiles? | traditionally, the Jews were considered the chosen people, and the Messiah was expected to come for them first Add Comment |
| What task was Paul given? | being a apostle Add Comment |
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| What issue is Paul addressing with the Galatians? | the Galatians had strayed from the true gospel and were falling back into legalistic practices and a focus on works rather than faith in Jesus Add Comment |
| Why do we still need to follow scripture if we are saved by grace through faith in Jesus? | Saved Christians are still prone to sin, and following scripture helps them minimize these sins and live a life that reflects their faith Add Comment |
| What does Paul salvation comes from? | grace through faith in Jesus Christ Add Comment |
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| Have you ever lost a friend because you stood up for the truth? | yes Add Comment |
| How were the Galatians treating Paul now? | a enemy Add Comment |
| Under what circumstance did Paul first preach the gospel to the Galatians? | he had acquired a illness in the area Add Comment |
| What does Paul say that his Christian brothers had, but now do not have? | limited on time Add Comment |
| How did the Galatians treat Paul during that time? | like a angel of god Add Comment |
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| How does true faith express itself? | through love, both for God and for others Add Comment |
| As a Christian, what were you called to be? | a life of discipleship Add Comment |
| Why did Christ set us free? (verse 1) | to free us of are sins Add Comment |
| How can you misuse your freedom? | rudeness Add Comment |
| In what way does Paul want his Christian brothers to stand firm? (verse 1) | maintain a strong stance, not wavering from their beliefs or service to Christ, even amidst difficulties Add Comment |
| For those who have faith, whose righteousness do we put our hope in? | god's righteousness Add Comment |
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| What is Paul's encouragement in verse 9? | God is his witness to the constant prayers he makes for the believers he serves in the gospel of his Son Add Comment |
| What is the truth we learn from the farmer in verse 7? | that you must be patient Add Comment |
| What should we be doing while we wait for the harvest of eternal life? (verse 10) | do good to all people, especially to those in the family of faith Add Comment |