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God the Creator Flashcards
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- 1What is the meaning of omniscience and give 2 examples of it in the Bible.It means all-knowing. God is shown to be aware of all events within his creation. Eg in Genesis when Eve eats the forbidden fruit or in Samuel when David commits adultery.
- 2What is the meaning of omnipotence and give two examples of it within the BibleMeaning - all powerful. Demonstrated in Genesis, creation, lays down foundations of Earth. Also shown in Joshua, "God threw down huge stones"
- 3Meaning of Omnipresent with detailed descriptionAll-present. Seen to sustain his creation. Present throughout time, links with idea of God being responsible for everything continuing to exist.
- 4Meaning of TranscendentGod is separate and Distinct from physical world
- 5Explain Creation ex NihiloMeans creation out of nothing. God created the universe out of nothing - Genesis 1.
- 6How is the Prime Mover similar to God?Creates a world of purpose. Both Teleological. Both creation ex Nihilo.
- 7How is the prime mover different from God?God shows examples of human nature and rational thinking.
Prime Mover doesn't show signs of 'thinking' about the Earth. - 8What is the difference between Genesis 1 and 2?Gen 1: Creation of the world. Gen 2: Creation of human life.
- 9How is God shown as a craftsman?God made Adam from dust - similar to a potter with clay.
Job 38 - God described as designer who laid down foundations of Earth - like an architect. - 10Explain the term anthropomorphic in relation to GodGod shows human-like qualities.
- 11What does the term Omnibenelovent mean?All loving
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