1. In Romans 3, Paul declares that a person is justified by faith apart from the works of the law. What specific phrase does Paul use to describe this doctrine in Romans 3:28?
A.By faith alone, apart from works
B.By grace alone through faith
C.By faith apart from observing the law
D.By the righteousness of faith alone
2. In Ephesians 2:8-9, Paul explains the relationship between grace, faith, and works. According to this passage, what is explicitly stated is not the result of works?
A.Repentance and conversion
B.Salvation by grace through faith
C.The gift of the Holy Spirit
D.Perseverance in faith
3. In 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Paul makes a statement about Scripture that became central to the Reformation principle of sola scriptura. What does Paul claim about all Scripture?
A.It is divinely inspired and useful for teaching and training in righteousness
B.It contains all necessary knowledge for salvation and holiness
C.It is complete and requires no additional church tradition
D.It is sufficient for every good work when interpreted correctly
4. In Habakkuk 2:4, a statement appears that became crucial to Reformation theology. What does the passage declare about the righteous?
A.The righteous shall live by the works of the law
B.The righteous shall live by faith
C.The righteous shall persevere through trials
D.The righteous shall be justified by their deeds
5. In 1 Peter 1:23-25, Peter makes claims about the eternal nature of God's word. What does Peter say about the word of the Lord?
A.It endures forever and is more valuable than gold
B.It never passes away and it remains forever
C.It is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword
D.It accomplishes what God desires and achieves the purpose for which it was sent
6. In Romans 5:1-2, Paul describes the result of being justified by faith. What does Paul say believers have gained through faith in Christ?
A.Access to eternal life and assurance of resurrection
B.Peace with God and access by faith into grace
C.Freedom from sin and the law's condemnation
D.Reconciliation with God and membership in His kingdom
7. In Galatians 3:10-13, Paul discusses the curse of the law and Christ's redemption. According to Paul, what did Christ become to redeem us from the curse of the law?
A.A perfect sacrifice and mediator between God and humans
B.A curse for us, as it is written: 'Cursed is everyone who is hung on a pole'
C.The fulfillment of the law's requirements through His obedience
D.The end of the law for all who believe in Him
8. In Colossians 1:28-29, Paul describes his apostolic mission and the means by which it is accomplished. What does Paul say he proclaims to present everyone complete in Christ?
A.The word of God and the mysteries of the kingdom
B.Christ himself—warning and teaching everyone with all the wisdom God has given
C.Salvation through faith and obedience to the commandments
D.Grace and truth through the revelation of Scripture
9. In John 1:1-3, John makes fundamental claims about the Word (Logos) and His relationship to God and creation. According to John 1:3, what is true about all things?
A.All things were made through the Word, and without Him nothing has been made
B.All things were created by God through His eternal power and divine nature
C.All things are subject to the Word and He sustains them by His power
D.All things will be revealed through the Word at the end of time
10. In Romans 1:16-17, Paul makes a declaration about the power of the gospel and introduces a key theological principle that became central to Reformation theology. What does Paul say the gospel reveals?
A.God's judgment against sin and His power to condemn the unrighteous
B.God's righteousness, from faith to faith, as it is written: 'The righteous will live by faith'
C.God's mercy toward all people and His desire for universal salvation
D.God's wisdom hidden for ages but now revealed through Christ