Describe the Light Doctrine explaining what it is; and then use Scripture to refute it.
- Theory of the “full Gospel” was completely lost or hidden during the Dark Ages. People were saved while walking in the truth available to them.
- John 3:5, Acts 2:38, Acts 4:12, & Acts 17:30
Discuss the 3-destination doctrine explaining from their view the scriptures use to “prove” it. (2 Peter 3:12-14 & Rev. 22:10-12)
- Their view (2 Peter 3:12-14): They draw a distinction between where the righteous, the holy, and the wicked dwell.
- Their view (Rev. 22:10-12): holy is those that have full salvation and will inherit the new heavens. The righteous are the Christian believers through the ages that will inherit the new earth. The wicked are lost.
- Biblical view (2 Peter 3:12-14): It’s “wherein” or “in which righteousness dwells.” It’s about where God’s righteousness rules & reigns, not “the righteous”
- Biblical view (Rev. 22:10-12): If you don’t quickly become righteous & holy, then they will soon have no choice but to remain filthy & unjust forever… and face the consequences.
Explain the two different views of Church history and use Scripture to explain why one is false.
- “Restoration” view: It was lost then slowly restored to fullness. Believed God only judged them on the light they already had.
- “Remnant” view: There’s always been a faithful people, a true Apostolic church.
- Scriptural refutation: Jesus said the gates of hell shall not prevail against the church(Matthew 16:18)
Is the fruit of the Spirit just neat Christian living?
- No
What did God do to Israel because they did not produce the right fruit?
- Allowed the enemy to take them away into exile.
What are the earmarks of the Kingdom?
- Fruit of the Spirit
Why should we not live according to the flesh?
- All of its works will be destroyed.
Why was Jesus manifest in the flesh?
- To destroy the works of the devil.
What are the gifts not a sign of and discuss why that often surprises us?
- It is not a sign of spirituality. It surprises us because we assume power in the gifts is fruit of the spirit.
What is the immediate purpose of the supernatural gifts?
- Edify the body.
What is the difference between a word of wisdom & a word of knowledge?
- Word of Wisdom: Supernatural direction. God giving you word to say.
- Word of Knowledge: A revelation to someone who does not know it by natural means.
What three spiritual areas does discernment of spirits help us with; and what implication does this show for practical application in ministry?
- 1) God and angels, 2) Devil and demons, & 3) Human Spirit
- Why do we need to know the difference?
- Each must be approached differently.
What is the difference between faith and presumption?
- Faith is knowing something to be true, a presumption is guessing, feeling, wishing, etc
What is the prayer of faith?
- Praying the will and word of God.
What is faith in faith?
- Idolatry
Explain why mis-definitions of faith can hurt people instead of help.
- Makes them feel unsaved by doubt.
