The Kingdom of God, Student Workbook, SW02

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T H E K I N G D O M O F G O D

3. Because the Kingdom is present, so is Christ’s resurrection power to demonstrate the Kingdom’s reality in the world!

Conclusion

» The Church of Jesus Christ is the locus and arena of God’s salvation, for the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit, and of the authentic expression of the Kingdom’s life and witness. » The Church of Jesus Christ is the agent of worship, witness, works, and wonders in the world, advancing the Kingdom in the power of the Holy Spirit. These questions are designed to help you review and discuss the truths of the Church as the agent of the Kingdom’s life and presence in the world today. Please take as much time as you have available to answer these and other questions that the video brought out. Be clear and concise in your answers, and where possible, support with Scripture! 1. What is the meaning of the term “agent?” How does the Church function as an agent of the Kingdom of God in its worship of Almighty God? 2. Why is worship so integral to the Church’s identity and responsibility in the world? Can the Church accomplish its task in the world if it fails as a worshiper of God? Why or why not? 3. What are the two ways in which the Church is called to be an agent of God through its “apostolic witness?” Why is it so important that the Church in the world safeguard the doctrine and teachings of the Apostles about Christ? 4. What is the relationship between the Church serving as the protector of the apostolic witness, and sharing that witness with the lost? Can the Church fulfill its call as a witness without doing both? Why or why not? 5. According to the Scriptures, why is it necessary for the Church to maintain and be zealous for good works? What precisely do good works have to do with giving expression to the Kingdom in the world?

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Student Questions and Response

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