BTheol Bachelor of Theology New Testament 5

Question 1

What does Paul mean by 'justification by faith' in his letter to the Romans?

Accepted Answer

God declares sinners righteous on the basis of faith in Christ rather than law-keeping

Answer

Paul argues in Romans 3-5 that God reckons (declares) sinners righteous through faith in Christ, apart from works of the law.

Question 2

In Acts 15, what was the outcome of the Jerusalem Council regarding Gentile believers?

Accepted Answer

Gentiles need only abstain from certain practices and idolatry

Answer

The Jerusalem Council (Acts 15) ruled that Gentiles need not be circumcised but should abstain from food sacrificed to idols, sexual immorality, meat from strangled animals, and blood.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the structure of Paul's letter to the Romans?

Accepted Answer

A systematic theological argument followed by practical exhortation

Answer

Romans moves from theological argument (chapters 1-11) about sin, justification, and salvation to practical ethical instruction (chapters 12-16).

Question 4

What is the significance of the empty tomb narrative in all four Gospels?

Accepted Answer

It is presented as evidence that Jesus physically rose from the dead

Answer

All four Gospels present the empty tomb as foundational evidence of the bodily resurrection of Jesus, not merely a spiritual event.

Question 5

Which New Testament letter contains the famous 'hymn to Christ' (Carmen Christi) in Philippians 2:6-11?

Accepted Answer

Philippians

Answer

Philippians 2:6-11 contains a poetic passage describing Christ's pre-existence, self-emptying (kenosis), and exaltation, often called the Carmen Christi.

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BTheol Bachelor of Theology New Testament 5