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\1. What is difficult about standing our ground in today's world? In todays' world there are so many false teachers and people seem to believe them because they are saying what they want to hear. That is why we who are called must continue to teach the Word of our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. 2. In what way can standing our ground be considered victory? By continuing to walk the walk and talk the talk; in other words, preach and teach the word of God, no more and no less. 3. Why are the saints in Revelation 12:11 considered victorious over the devil? Because Kingdom of Satan was overcome in the Blood of the Sacrifice of the Son of God and our Faith in that Finished Work. Their faith in the Cross giave the Holy Spirit latitude to work in their lives. Believers must not change his testimony regarding the Cross to somthing else even if it means death.

1. Why is it difficult to believe in the devil amd demomns in our day? I think it is difficult to believe because to our generation, if you can't see it then it is not real or there. That is why some of us or non-believers to the knowledge of the word of Christ. 2. How does their existence help explain the struggle humans face on earth? It explains it from the everyday struggles we go through. The stumbling blocks that come our way daily causing us to give in to our wants comes from the demons and devils. That is their job to keep us from our inheritance. 3. With all their powers, how do we stand a chance? No matter how many or how strong their powers are, God is the ultimate and strongest power there is; no one can over power our God. 4. Did the devil make me do it? No,we all have a choice and when you are a Christian you know what your journey is and which way to go. So to me the devil can't make you do anything unless you are caught in a very weak pity pat moment, you may take that road just to stop hurting for a minute because it sure will not last. 5. What kind of thiings can we blame on demonic? We can blame refusal to be obedient to the Lord, Holy spirit when he is speaking to us, directing us and we turn the other way. We must follow the Lord in all that we do.

1. How should Christina employers conduct themselves towards their employees? Christians empoyeers should treat their employess the same as empoyees should treat them. Theya re to respect their employees, empower them, pray for them and be a good example and lead them correctly. 2.How should church boards conduct themsleves towards church employees. They should treat them with respect and remeber that they are accountable for the way they treat people. They too are to show love no matter if it is a job situation. 3. How do you determine a just wage--not merely theone you think you can afford? A person should get a fair paid for a fair day of work.

1. What are the characteristics called for in a truly Christian employee, according to Ephesians 6:5-8 The characteristics called for is to do a good job for your employer because Jesus is our ultimate employer or boss and a Christian is to always do their best. A true Christian is a representative of God and a true Christian will do the right thing no matter if the boss is there or not becasue see God is our boss (leader) and he is always looking. This attitudes can help us in difficult work situations because we will consult Jesus first before making a decision. We are to carry Jesus with us in everything that we do.

1. What kind of behavior by fathers,(mothers,for that matter) can embitter or cause a child to lose heart? Any type of behavior that provokes, irritates and bring down and child and cuse them to lose heart. Also, professing to be a christian and doing things that is not Christ like. 2. What do you think the"training and instructions of the Lord" involves? The training involves nourishing them, being a good example for them and letting them share with you their feelings about God and being a Christian.

1. What kind of obedience and honor is appropriate for adult children to show thwards their parents? Jesus quotes the Fifth Commandment when he castigates the Pharisees for creating legal ways to evade supporting their parents when they were aged (Mark 7:9-13). Proverbs is full of admonitions to honor parents both as children (Proverbs 1:8-9; 15:5) and as adults (Proverbs 20:20; 23:22-25; 28:24; 30:11, 17). We have a duty to honor, listen to, and care for them that extends beyond childhood. 2. What might be the exceptions? How do respect and forgiveness figure in this relationship? We must always respect our parents; my mother left me in a house alone, she took my little brother and sister and moved away. I was alone and had to work while going to school and I never had things like the other kids because it was only me until my grandmother got a call about it. I did not understand and I don't think that I truly understand today why she left me but I did forgive me after a long time and we did regain our relationship before she left this world. My father was never in my life and has never tried to help me in any way but I do not hold that against him. I pray for him as I did and still do for my mother.

1. In what sense is Christ our Husband as individuals? As a church? What are the implications of this for our livs? What does this say about Christ's responsibilities towards us? In the sense of presenting the spiritual fact, a Beliver becomes one with Christ as a memeber of His Body, symbolized by the husband-wife relationship. When you are a Beliver, this union is meant to symbolize Christ and the Church. This means that Christ loves us so much that he gave his life and take responsibilities for our actions.

1. In what sense is a husband's care for his wife's needs just common sense in takin gcaro of is owen needs? The sense is this, if he take care of his body and needs then he is to take care of his wife needs and body as well. They are 1 now there is no separation, when you were married, you became one. So what he does to himself, he is doing that to his wife. 2.What is the principle fro Genesis 2:24 that underlies this? The principle points to a unity of persons not simply to a conjunction of bodies or a community of interest. Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mtoher and shhall cleave unto his wife and they shall be ONE flesh.

1. Does being head of the wife involve being "boss"? No, it does not mean being the boss, it is just the opposite. 2. To be the "head" requires the husband to be the source, the provider, sustainer, source of unity and source of growth. Ruler too but only in the context of this service. "for even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. (Mark 10:45). 3. A husbands love for his wife is to match Christ's love for his church. The service to their wives is to match Christ's giving up himself for his church.

1. Why should a wife submit to her husband? The reason given for a wife to submit to her husband is because he is the "head of the wife as Christ is of the Church. Ephesian 5:22-24 tells us Wives submit to your husbands is that he is the head of th wife as christ is the head of the church, his body, of which he is the Savior. Now as the church submits to Christ so also wives should submit to thier husbands in everything. If the husband requires the wife to do something illegal, immoral or which endanger her safety or the safety of the children or something that she is conscience will not work then she is to tell him I'm sorry but I can't in good conscience to that. She must lovingly and submissively correct him when he is wrong. 2. According to these verses, to what degree is a wife required to submit to a husband who is not a Christian or who is a carnal Chrisitan? A wife should consult with God who is her true husband on what is the right thing to do. A husband who is not a Christian and who is a carnal Chrisitian has the same charateristics and they are not with consulting God. God is her true husband in this situation. 3. Does submission mean that a wife doesn't verbally disagree. No that is not what it means, it means she is to tell him I'm sorry but I can't in good conscience to that. She must lovingly and submissively correct him when he is wrong. Not put him down but to build him up and make him a better man. If there is a conflict with her conscience, they both should go down in prayer and consult God for the answer.

1. Why is it so difficult to forgive those who hurt us? It is difficult to forgive them bcause we trust them and believe in them and when you get torn down, the trust is gone and it is hard to forgive. This is where anger sets in causing bitterness and wrath. 2. Our example of forgivenss is God for Christ sake has forgiven us. What heart attitudes toward people are evidence of a forgiving spirit, according to verse 32a? The heart attitiudes towrd people that are evidence is to be quick to forgive and remember Christ's forgiveness of us is to always be the basis of our forgiveness of others.

1. What kind of "unwholesome talk" is common among us Christians? The most unwholesome talk that is common among us Chrisitans is we say one thing in a person face and then go talk about them behind their backs. That is unwholesome, when a person is truly expressing their love and faith in Jesus Christ, we laugh and snickle at them. 2. What three guidlines does Paul give us to measure the value of what we say? The three guidelines are: 1. Let no corrupt communication proced out of your mouth, 2. Let all bitterness and wrath, anger and clamour and eivil speaking be put away from you with all malice.3.Be kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another even as God for Christ sake has forgiven us. 3. What is slander? Slander is speaking evil of someone to where you cause them pain. This is common among Christins when they put themselves above all. How can we prevent this? We can prevent this by remembering that whatever we say to a person or about a person, let it be something that will build them up and tear them down. We are all in this together.

1. Why did God give us the emotion of agner, do you think? God gave us anger so that we would not be passive and let injustice come to us. We are not to let people walk all over us. We must be able to control anger. 2. How can anger be dangerous? Not dealing with Anger can be dangerous;it can manifest into to selfness, bitterness and unconrollable anger can result in vengenance and Vengance is mines says the Lord. 3. How can we keep from sinning when we are angry? We can keep from sinning by talking about it and forgiving the person or thing that upset us. "speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him" (4:15). If God is the ultimate truth, and we are "created to be like God" (4:24), then we too must speak like our Father, and put away forever the double-speak of our former father, the father of lies (John 8:44). The reason for speaking truth within the Christian community is plain: "for we are all members of one body" (4:25). Is anger sin? No anger is not sin however keepin it inside of you will make you sin?

1. How would you describe the secular Non-Chrisitn mindset of our age? The non-christian minset of our age is the right now mind set. They are conformed and is of the world; the worldly thngs are what they look forward too. They do not know the light of the world. The people parish for the lack of knowledge and we are told this in Esphesian. They are living in darkness. 2. Why are we tempted to conform to its values? We are tempted because this is where we came from and we want to still be connected to our so call friends that are still in this secular of the world. We don't want to be talked about and left out of what we think is good because we can see it wht we think is good right now.

1. What's wrong with the old model of the minister or pastor being the main worker in the Church? The problem with that is the people will parish, they will be lost because the Word would not be given to it fullest and there will always be something left undone and missed which will cause confusion and wrath. There will be no growth in the church or the community. 2. What is the purpose of pastors and teachers? A teacher educates the people in the Word of God and helps them to understand how to apply it to their daily A Pastor is a leader of and carer for people and thier spiritual wellbeings. Their purpose is "to prepare God's people for works of service so that the body of Christ may be built up"

1. How can we stir up the gift of the evangelism among memebers of our congregatin? I feel we can stir up the gift of evangelism among our members by teaching and speaking the the accurate Word of God, not to milky way it to fit what they want to hear. Not an easy task but god has chose us to do this. Once we understand that we have instructions in the Word of how we should live and study, teach and preach the Word to those who do not know the Lord. Those who are far awasy in remote areas that cannot get the Word, this what an evangelism is. 2.What might be the earmarks of a person with this gift? An earmart of a person with this gift would be always encouraging you throught the Word of God. Caring for those who has less, coordinating progra to feed and clothe the homeless. Teach them of God and his goodness. 3. How can we encourage and stimulate the Spirit-gifted evangelist in our midst? We can encourage this by staying in our Word and letting God lead us. People are so unstable in their faith that they have a need to feel secure and it is terrbile that they will sometimes just look at man (outside)and not the spirit.

1.If there were apostles today, What kind of functin might they have? They would have the same functions as the twelve, I would think. They must teach the word of God to all believers to ensure their understanding and then mentor a other anointed ones to be able to take over so they can moved on to other churches and unbelivers. 2. What needs do our congregation and regional grupings of churches have that an apostle might meet? The needs we have is to be knowledgeable in the word to strenghthen our faith and we grow stronger in the Word. This helps us to walk in his way on this daily journey. We need to learn to love one another at all times and not just in a time of need. 3. How might we detect false apostles? We can detect them if we know the Word because 2 Tmtothey tells us to study to show thy self approve. Don't just take what people say and run with it. Check it out first, and they act one way one minute and another the next.They truly do be looking out for themselves and see who thdy can get to support them no matter what.

1.If there were apostles today, What kind of functin might they have? They would have the same functions as the twelve, I would think. They must teach the word of God to all believers to ensure their understanding and then mentor a other anointed ones to be able to take over so they can moved on to other churches and unbelivers. They have to each strong leadership. 2. What needs do our congregation and regional grupings of churches have that an apostle might meet? The needs we have is to be knowledgeable in the word to strenghthen our faith and we grow stronger in the Word. This helps us to walk in his way on this daily journey. We need to learn to love one another at all times and not just in a time of need. 3. How might we detect false apostles? We can detect them if we know the Word because 2 Tmtothey tells us to study to show thy self approve. Don't just take what people say and run with it. Check it out first, and they act one way one minute and another the next.They truly do be looking out for themselves and see who they can get to support them no matter what. Their faith is weak.

1. How much energy must we expend on Christina unity? There really is not a figure because we are charged to Make every effort" endeavoring" "being diligent" to keep unity in the church and we must do it in love. Jesus is Love: "Love is patient, love is kind. Love does not envy or boast ... it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. Love always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails" (1 Corinthians 13:4-8) 2. How do we strike at peace when we are intent on argument and dissension? To strike at peace when we are intent on argument and dissension to stay in the word and let the Holy Spriit lead you. As Believers we must be on one accord and how can that be if you are not all toghether (unity). Arguing and dissension is just the opposite.

1. Why are patience and humility so important to preserving unity? They are important because if you do not have them, your pride and selfness will be in the way of us being followers of Jesus. 2, What happens to the reputation of Jesus Christ when we have a right doctrine along with a sense of arrogance towards those who disagree with us? What happens to Jesus Christ reputation is we would make it luke warm and will not be affected to those who are lost. We would get them and then lose them because of the arrogance (over beearing pride) being shown more that humility and patience. 3. How are we to be both "gentle and to "fight the good fight of faith". We do this by being patient and bearing with one another in love.

1. The standard of our behavior is to live the life worthy of the calling that we have received. 2. The calling to which God has called us is to be disciples and to be followers of Jesus.The way we walk, the way we talk,and the way we lead must be in the way that God gets the Glory.

To be filled with the spirit means to be humble and proud. God's word will humble you if you continue to study it and this is a continual reality, it increases as the word grows deeper in you from opening your heart and accepting him. To be filled with the Spirit, you must continue to strive to know God by reading his word and applying it to your life. Being filled with the fullness of God speaks of the knowledge gained by expierence and this can come to us only through Christ and what Christ did for us on the Cross.

Do the concepts of a strengthenend by the Spirit of the inner person, and Crhist dwelling in our hearts say the same thing or are they separate adn distinct ideas. Whew this is hard: I feel that they are two different ideas because our inner spirit is not right unless we have repented and ask Christ to come in our hearts and dwell. If not then how can your inner spirit which is crowded by sin because the flesh being in charge,know Christ. He will not come and dwell in our hearts because we will not know him and he will not know us, we will be in darkness.

What does Esphesians 3:12 teachus about the manner of approaching God? It teaches us that we can go boldly and in obedience to the God for ouselves. We can go boldly to the throne of faith and partion for ourselves. As a believer we have a choice. we can attempt to live this life by either Law or faith We cannot live by both. What happens if we try to pray without these qualities? Your prayer will be in vain; you must have faith in God that he will do what he says he will do. There is no other safe place or hiding place that will protect you, teach you and keep you unto him.