On Christian Doctrine Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What tool should pastors or speakers use occasionally to communicate the principles of Scripture to ordinary persons, as stated in Book Four? (from Book Four)

Graphic illustrations.

Colloquial phrases.

The parables of Christ.

Summaries of Scripture in common language.

2.

What type of delivery does Augustine believe rightly interpreted Scripture deserve? (from Book Four)

Researched and balanced.

Calm, focused, and intelligent.

Eloquently delivered oratory.

Spiritual and emotional.

3.

What is the most important step Augustine's students must take to avoid the trap he sees in interpretation? (from Book Three)

Students need to submit themselves to the scrutiny of a wise teacher who can dissuade them from becoming prideful.

Students need to devote themselves to studying the subjects Augustine recommended in Book Two.

Students need to submit themselves to the process of purging their selfish desires.

Students need to differentiate the love for God from the love for things common among the pagans.

4.

What comes of loving oneself for reasons other than that which Augustine specified? (from Book One)

It will inhibit the ability to hear God's guiding.

It will prevent one from enjoying things of God.

It leads to destruction.

It will result in loss of special gifts.

5.

What is the personal challenge that Augustine puts before his students who aspire to deliver sermons? (from Book Four)

They must live a Christian life.

That they possess the courage to stand against conflict.

That they fully apply the lessons learned from the studies proscribed in "On Christian Doctrine."

They need to find sufficient time for seclusion with God.

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