Religion Study Guide
Chapters 1 and2
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Define Salvation. The forgiveness of sins and restoration of humanity’s friendship with God
How are Jesus’ saving words and deeds effective for us today? Through God the Holy Spirit
Who leads and guides the church? Popes and Bishops
What connection does Abraham have with God? His descendants are God’s chosen people
What was Saint Paul’s original name? Saul
Why did God create humans? To reflect who he is
What is divine revelation? God’s making himself known to us
When do we become members of the church? Baptism
What is divine revelation?
Is it human nature to search for God? Yes
What is the church? Community of people who believe in JC, have been baptized, and follow him
What is faith? Trusting that God created us, loves us, cares for us and wants justice for all
What are the gifts that we receive at baptism? Faith and Grace
How did God create humans? Breathed into us his own life
What is grace? A participation, or sharing, in God’s life and friendship
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What is tradition? The revelation of the good news of Jesus Christ as lived out in the church
What are the Gospels? The accounts of God’s revelation in Jesus
Define divine inspiration. The special guidance that the Holy Spirit gave to the human authors of the Bible
How did the Bible begin to develop? The Israelites
Define scripture. The written accounts of God’s revelation and his relationship with his people
What is the Resurrection? Jesus’ rising from death to new life
How many books does the Bible have? 73
Did Scripture or Tradition come first? Tradition
How is the truth handed on to the world? Through the church
What is the Magisterium? Teaches us to apply the message of Scripture and Tradition to our lives
Religious experienceword of mouth  __Inspired Writing______
How did Israelites share their faith in God with one another? Meeting in synagogues, writings, or word of mouth
What is an epistle? Letter written to tell about God’s revelations
What guided the written accounts of the Scripture? Divine Inspiration
What is the deposit of faith? All the truth contained in the scripture and tradition
How does the church grow? In knowledge of the truth when gathered for worship
What part of the Bible would Acts of the Apostles be found in? New Testament
What teaches us to apply the message of Scripture and Tradition? Magisterium
How does God reveal the truth? Divine Revelation
Why does the Church need Scripture and Tradition to understand the truth?
Both are inspired by the Holy Spirit and are both essential for teaching us how to live as God’s people.