Christian Faith and The Work of Jesus
(SAMPLE on how to do SECTIONs): Work of Christ: Jesus was without a sin nature (Jn. 8:46, 1 Pete. 2:21-22; Heb 4:15) and was therefore an absolute sacrifice, was born of a virgin (Mt. 1:18-25; Lk. 1:26- 38), was killed for our transgressions as a substitutionary atonement, was resurrected from the dead, and ascended to reign with the Father and will return (1 Cor. 5:24; Rev. 19:11). Jesus came to restore the right relationship between God and man. This restoration profoundly effects man’s relationship with society and the environment as well. To fulfill this great task Jesus took on the roles of Prophet, Priest and King. As Prophet He represented God before man in being the direct revelation of God (Heb 1:1-3; Col 2:9). As Priest He represented God before men as mediator, intercessor, and sacrifice (Heb. 7; 2 Cor. 5:21; 1 Jn. 2:2; Heb. 9:23-26). And as King in re-establishing His reign over all creation (Col. 2:15; Eph. 1:20ff; 1 Cor 15:45-59).
Scripture and Truth
The Evangelical View (1–2 paragraphs on the evangelical view): What do evangelical Christians believe about the inspiration, inerrancy, and authority of the Bible?
Personal Views and Reflections (1–2 paragraphs on your personal reflections): What are your reflections on this doctrine? What is the source and standard of truth in your worldview?
“Be sure to include Scripture references in parentheses in secions” (3 citations minimum)
God, The Holy Trinity
The Evangelical View (1–2 paragraphs on the evangelical view): What do evangelical Christians believe about the nature of God and especially his existence as a Trinity of persons?
Personal Views and Reflections (1–2 paragraphs on your personal reflections): What are your reflections on this doctrine? What are your own personal beliefs about God?
Humanity and Sin
The Evangelical View (1–2 paragraphs on the evangelical view): What do evangelical Christians believe about the nature of humanity as the image of God? What do they believe about original sin?
Personal Views and Reflections (1–2 paragraphs on your personal reflections): What are your reflections on this doctrine? Do all human beings have equal dignity? Are humans basically good or evil?
The Person of Christ
The Evangelical View (1–2 paragraphs on the evangelical view): What do evangelical Christians believe about the person of Christ and his two natures?
Personal Views and Reflections (1–2 paragraphs on your personal reflections): What are your reflections on this doctrine? Who is Jesus to you?
The Work of Christ
The Evangelical View (1–2 paragraphs on the evangelical view): What do evangelical Christians believe about what Christ accomplished in his life, death, and resurrection?
Personal Views and Reflections (1–2 paragraphs on your personal reflections): What are your reflections on this doctrine? What do you believe about the claims of the Christian gospel?
Soteriology
The Evangelical View (1–2 paragraphs on the evangelical view): What do evangelical Christians believe about the nature of salvation? Think specifically about the doctrines of justification, sanctification, and glorification.
Personal Views and Reflections (1–2 paragraphs on your personal reflections): What are your reflections on this doctrine? If sin is the “problem” with humanity, what do you believe is the solution? How can humans be “saved” in your worldview?
Ecclesiology
The Evangelical View (1–2 paragraphs on the evangelical view): What do evangelical Christians believe about the attributes, marks, and mission of the church?
Personal Views and Reflections (1–2 paragraphs on your personal reflections): What are your reflections on this doctrine? What role does the church/community play in your own spirituality?
Eschatology
The Evangelical View (1–2 paragraphs on the evangelical view): What do evangelical Christians believe about the end times?
Personal Views and Reflections (1–2 paragraphs on your personal reflections): What are your reflections on this doctrine? What is the destiny of the world in your own understand?
