Self Test 8

Define Soteriology

What are some of the questions examined in the study of Soteriology?

Define salvation. From what are we “saved”?

Explain the past, present, and future dimensions of salvation

Why is salvation required?

List and summarize six major losses that resulted from the first sin

Explain how these six major losses resulting from the first sin were restored through salvation

Using the section in this chapter “How Salvation Is Described In Scripture”, write a summary statement describing salvation

Define the following biblical terms associated with

Adoption.                                                                                                                                      

Atonement.                                                                                                                                        

Conversion.                                                                                                                                      

Faith Towards God.                                                                                                                          

Glorification.                                                                                                                                    

Justification.                                                                                                                                    

Propitiation.                                                                                                                                       

Reconciliation.                                                                                                                                  

Regeneration.                                                                                                                                    

Repentance.                                                                                                                                      

Sanctification.                                                                                                                                  

How is a person saved?

How were people saved in Old Testament times?

How is salvation related to water baptism? Does water baptism save you? Why should believers be baptized?

What happens to people who do not hear the Gospel?

Can a person lose their salvation?

What is the most important thing in relation to the discussion regarding whether or not a person can lose their salvation?