Table of Contents

Introduction

1. Which two or three Bible verses sum up your understanding of the Christian faith? Why?

2. What does it mean that God is Triune?

3. Why is the doctrine of the Trinity important?

4. Describe the character of God.

5. Why did God create?

6. How do your Christian beliefs affect your understanding of what it means to be human?

7. Describe the problem of Sin.

8. What are the important elements of a Christian response to the question: 'Who is Jesus Christ?'

9. What is the significance of Jesus' death and resurrection?

10. Describe the process of salvation.

11. How is physical healing related to the person and work of Jesus?

12. What are the important elements of a Christian response to the question: 'Who is the Holy Spirit?'

13. What does it mean to be sanctified?

14. What is the Church?

15. Why are communion and baptism important?

16. How would you begin to explain suffering within the Church or in the life of the Christian?

17. What are the important elements of a Christian response to the question: 'What is the Bible?'

18. How would you respond to a friend who had questions regarding the accuracy of the Bible?

19. Why is it important for the local church to be involved in world missions?

20. What are your expectations regarding the return of Christ?

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