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Answers to Lesson Two:EphesiansChapter OneReview Questions:Question One: The scriptures describe at least seven blessings of being "in Christ." List them and scripture references where they are found. Answer: These
blessings in Christ include: ü
Redemption, the forgiveness of our trespasses – Ephesians 1:7-8 ü
Obtained an inheritance – Ephesians 1:11 ü
Being a new creation – II Corinthians 5:17 ü
Receiving no condemnation – Romans 8:1 ü
Receiving salvation – II Timothy 2:10 ü
Inheriting eternal life – I John 5:11 ü Being blessed even when dead – Revelation 14:13 Question Two: What do the scriptures say one must do to get "into Christ?" Answer: One must be baptized to get into Christ. See Galatians 3:27 and Romans 6:3-4. Question Three: What are the distinct events that Paul describes in this chapter as taking place as we become "in Him?" Answer: According
to Ephesians 1:13-14, they are: a) Heard the Word of Truth b) Believed in Him c) Sealed with the promised Holy Spirit Question Four: How would you describe "the fullness of time?" Answer: The "fullness of time" is a term used in the scriptures to describe the time that Jesus was to come, that is, He came when God knew the world was ready for His entrance into it. Question Five: Since Jesus was given power over all things, to whom should we listen regarding what is expected of us in our lives? ____ Men who claim to have had visions about what God wants us to
do ____ Councils who get together to make rules ____ The pope, cardinals, bishops or other church leaders ____ Creeds that have been accepted by the church for a long time
(e.g. the Apostles’ creed, the
Nicene creed, etc.) ____ The words of Christ and the Apostles as they are revealed in scripture Answer: The only correct answer is "The words of Christ and the Apostles as they are revealed in scripture." Any of the others may or may not be right, but we can always depend on God's word.
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