Bible G5 Summary - Semester 1 (Updated)

Results or outcomes of an action or decision are consequences in relation to sin. According to the Bible, the nature of people basically sinful. A characteristic of God's judgment is always righteous.

When King David sinned, it led to a series of events. This sequence of events caused a great deal of turmoil and suffering, not only for David and his family but also for the kingdom of Israel. King David’s sin led to another sin.

Peter feels guilty after committing a sin. After Jesus forgave and restored Peter for denying Him.

Christians should practice prayer and thanksgiving to develop a godly habit.

In the New Testament, Jesus is the Person of the Trinity is referred to as the Word. The name of "Jesus" mean God is salvation. By paying the penalty for their sins, Jesus provide freedom from sin for all people who believe in Him. Jesus never give up to Satan’s temptations and sin.

The name "Immanuel" mean God with us. Omnipotent God is the title "Mighty God". The term God Incarnate term refers to God in the flesh.

Faith in Jesus Christ is the only way to receive forgiveness for the penalty of sin. Something costly offered as a gift is a sacrifice in the context of the Bible. Jesus Christ spoke about He is "the way, the truth, and the life"

During the Passover, the Hebrews have to choose a lamb or goat without fault or defect for the ritual.

The Passover is the event associated with the use of the lamb’s blood on the door-frame. The Hebrews put the lamb’s blood during the Passover on their door-frame. They put the lamb’s blood on their door-frame so, death would pass over their house.

Isaiah known as the Messianic Prophet because he prophesied over 25 prophecies about the life of the Messiah. Isaiah primarily a prophet in Judah.

Rehoboam impact the kingdom to tore the kingdom apart by his poor leadership. Absalom attempted to take over the throne by fighting against King David. 

Absalom steal Israel’s devotion to King David during his rebellion. 

King Ahab and Jezebel worship Baal. Famine and drought are the consequence did Elijah declare due to Ahab's sins. Elijah warns the people about no rain during Ahab’s time. When the brook dried up, Elijah goes to a widow’s home. God sent ravens with food to provide for Elijah after the brook dried up. 

Jesus say about the path to the Father in John 14:6 is only through Him. According to Acts 4:12, salvation found in no one else but Jesus. In Psalm 18:2, rock and fortress was the metaphor does the psalmist use for God. In John 14:6 emphasize about reaching the Father through Jesus exclusively. False religion often claim salvation comes from good works or good people.

The similarity did Samson and Samuel share regarding their births are both were born after their mothers were initially barren (they had miraculous births).

Jesus read Isaiah 61:1-2 in the synagogue in Nazareth. According to the passage Jesus read, Jesus was proclaiming that he was the fulfilment of the promised Messiah who would bring freedom, healing, and salvation to humanity. After reading from Isaiah 61:1–2 in the synagogue, Jesus declare to the people: "Today this scripture is fulfilled in your hearing."

Bible Summary for G4 - Semester 1

The act of being saved or rescued from the consequences of sin is the definition of salvation. Faith in Jesus is required to gain salvation. The meaning of "omnipotent" is All-powerful. God's oneness in three persons is the term "triune" refer to concerning God. God the Holy Spirit is the Person of the who indwells, enlightens, and empowers believers. The "sin nature” is the people's inherent inclination towards evil or wrongdoing.

According to the Old Testament, Israel is the nation did God establish as the one to produce His Son. Jesus is considered the central theme of the whole Bible. The believers will be judged before receiving rewards on Judgment seat of Christ. The followers of Christ will receive the crowns for their good works according to the Bible. The lake of fire destination awaits unbelievers according to the Bible.

The second coming of Jesus differ from His first coming. He will return in the clouds, with a sounding trumpet, visible to all. Believers should prepare for Christ’s return based on the Bible by doing the Lord’s will. Jesus give warning about false teachers; they will falsely claim to be Christ.

Only for those who believe in Jesus Christ, Heaven been prepared for. What are the two possible destinations after death according to the Bible are Hell or heaven. Hell is a place of everlasting punishment. When they are still living a person must accept Jesus. There is no need for a sun in heaven because God’s glory shines brighter. The Heaven is the dwelling place of God.

When God wants them to appear, angels appear to people. Carrying messages and guarding people is the tasks do angels perform. Angels who follow Satan and rebelled against God are considered fallen angels, or demons, according to the Bible. Daniel received a message about the future from a Gabriel, the messenger. Pride was Satan’s sin that led to rebellion against God according to the Bible. In Isaiah 14:12-15, the king of Babylon is interpreted metaphorically to refer to the pride and rebellion of Satan. The Satan originally a high-ranking angel, desired to exalt himself to a position higher than God and, as a result, was cast out of heaven.

Judas Iscariot (disciple from Kerioth) betrayed Jesus to the religious officials. Mary Magdalene was the first to find Jesus' tomb empty according to the Gospel. Peter was forgiven by Jesus and instructed to feed His sheep. After Jesus' resurrection when He breathed on them, the disciples given the Holy Spirit according to the New Testament.

God’s plan for the world's salvation through Christ’s life, death, and resurrection.