GLST 200 Liberty University Final Exam Study Guide Questions And Answers With Latest Updates

Where does a global focus begin in scripture? - the Old Testament, Genesis 12 What type of nation did God want Israel to be in the OT? - A nation that told the world of the glory of God Describe a Me-centric vs, God-centric approach to missions - Me-Centric is when missions can become an idol and it takes the focus off of God God-Centric is when the focus is on the Lord and spreading His glory Why is the Abrahamic covenant significant and where is it found? - Genesis 12, and establishes a global mission statement. What were the 3 promises given to Abraham in Genesis? - Land, family (nations), and blessing. What were the two ways God used Israel's captivity and exile in the OT? - As punishment for their sins and as a way for them to fulfill their missional purposes What are the key mission verses found in scripture? What do they say? - Matthew 28:19-20 = great commission Matthew 24:14 = gospel will be spread to every people and then the end will come Genesis 12 = Abraham Acts 1:8 = witnesses in all the nations Galatians 3:28-29 = we are all the same in Christ What is the Hebrew definition of glory? - It expresses understanding something's intrinsic worth, something beautiful and radiantWhat does Psalm 96 say? - It discusses God's glory and the fact that He deserves glory What event in the OT reveals God's glory by establishing His Name globally? - The ten plagues and the Israelites rescue from Egypt What does Steve Hawthorne say about God's glory? - God reveals His glory to receive glory. Why does missions exist? - It exists because worship of God does not. What is the ultimate foundation for our passion to see God glorified? - Our passion is rooted in God's passion to be glorified. Who did God send to the Gentiles specifically in the NT? - Paul What are the reasons for missions? - To spread the glory and gospel of God and so that many can have a relationship with Him Why does God reveal Himself? - His name will be glorified, his kingdom will be established, and some from all nations will be reconciled. ? - What does the great commission say and where is it found? - Matthew 28:18-20, spread the Gospel to all nations. What are the implications of God having a church in the world vs. the Church having a mission in the world? - Church of God has a mission in the world (we have work to do; millions of needs; it is all about our musts) and the God of missions has a church in the world (invitation to join God's ongoing mission; privilege to participate; power to accomplish)Define kingdom in the biblical sense - The kingdom of God is where He is glorified and a privilege to be a part of. What are the signs of the kingdom? - Jesus miracles, God established the kingdom, Spirit manifests signs of the kingdom through us, mercy and compassion