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Discussion Board 1:
1. “Jesus turns our inward curve out toward our neighbors. When selfishness has made us worship
only what pleases us. Jesus is at work in us making us forget ourselves. Jesus gives us new sight
as we see our neighbors the way He sees our neighbors” (Grunewald, p. 124).
a. This quote is a reminder that our actions after salvation should be directed towards
others rather than singularly towards ourselves. Since we are Christ’s ambassadors, we
carry His message with both our words and our actions. If we are confused as to what
that looks like, we only need to familiarize ourselves with the example of Christ.
2. “In Ephesians, Paul wrote, “in him we have redemption through his blood” (Eph 1:7). In this
short phrase, he has articulated our need and the accomplishment that meets this need. All have
sinned and are in need of redemption. This redemption can only be accomplished through the
blood—the sacrificial death—of Jesus Christ.” (John Cartwright and Chris Hulshof, Everyday Bible
Study: Growing in the Christian Faith, ed. Gabriel Etzel and Ben Gutierrez, 2nd edition., Everyday
Bible Series (Nashville, TN: B&H Academic, 2019).
a. This quote and verse from the Bible are a reminder that no person is perfect. Everyone
on Earth have or will sin in some form and will need redemption. This verse is a good
reminder that Jesus Christ sacrificed himself for our sins.
3. “In other words, rather than speculate on what every detail might symbolize (or “allegorize”) it is
better to grasp the main idea of a parable. Often the meaning of a parable is revealed in the
surrounding context of a passage.” (John Cartwright and Chris Hulshof, Everyday Bible Study:
Growing in the Christian Faith, ed. Gabriel Etzel and Ben Gutierrez, 2nd edition., Everyday Bible
Series (Nashville, TN: B&H Academic, 2019).
a. This quote is a good reminder that you should never just guess what the details in a
parable mean. To better understand the main point, you would need to pay attend to
the other context of the passage. It is best to not get so wrapped up on the idea being
one specific thing before you have the whole picture put together.
4. “On the other hand, commands for the church found in Acts should not be tossed aside as
irrelevant for today. None of this is meant to devalue narrative stories. If nothing else, much can
be learned simply by example.” (John Cartwright and Chris Hulshof, Everyday Bible Study:
Growing in the Christian Faith, ed. Gabriel Etzel and Ben Gutierrez, 2nd edition., Everyday Bible
Series (Nashville, TN: B&H Academic, 2019).
a.
5. “Revelation is also prophetic. In other words, parts of Revelation predict future events. Although
there is much debate about the details and timing of these events, there is a fair amount of
agreement on the prophetic nature of the events.” (John Cartwright and Chris Hulshof, Everyday
Bible Study: Growing in the Christian Faith, ed. Gabriel Etzel and Ben Gutierrez, 2nd edition.,
Everyday Bible Series (Nashville, TN: B&H Academic, 2019).
a. In this quote, stating that revelation being a prophetic is stating that the events in this
chapter are events that are going to happen in the future. Although, there are no
specific dates or times, God will show his signs of when He is coming back. Most people
agree that the events that took place in Revelation will take place here on Earth once
more.
6. “Like many of the Old Testament prophetic warnings, Revelation is not merely a pronouncement
of the end of the world. Readers of these prophecies are also called to repentance. The doom of
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the end of the world must also be seen with a view of God’s offer of salvation. The doom of the
end of the world must also be seen with a view of God’s offer of salvation.” (John Cartwright and
Chris Hulshof, Everyday Bible Study: Growing in the Christian Faith, ed. Gabriel Etzel and Ben
Gutierrez, 2nd edition., Everyday Bible Series (Nashville, TN: B&H Academic, 2019).
a. The world needs to view the end time the same way God views it. When it is time for the
Revelation, we will be called to repent or answer for our sins. The ones who are saved
will enter Heaven, which is God’s offer for salvation.
7. “The Old Testament laws, found in Leviticus and Deuteronomy as well as parts of Exodus and
Numbers, were designed to assist in the establishment and governance of two types of
relationships: horizontal and vertical.” (John Cartwright and Chris Hulshof, Everyday Bible Study:
Growing in the Christian Faith, ed. Gabriel Etzel and Ben Gutierrez, 2nd edition., Everyday Bible
Series (Nashville, TN: B&H Academic, 2019).
a.
8. “One of the most unique books of the Bible is Psalms. Psalms were sacred hymns or prayers.
However, they are not just unique because they were musical.” (John Cartwright and Chris
Hulshof, Everyday Bible Study: Growing in the Christian Faith, ed. Gabriel Etzel and Ben
Gutierrez, 2nd edition., Everyday Bible Series (Nashville, TN: B&H Academic, 2019).
a. Psalms is a unique book because instead of being the word to us, it is written to God.
Because Psalms is written to be musical, it has its way of making us more emotional.
With emotions comes the sense to be more open with God. Emotions is the best way to
open yourself up with God, because He already knows what you are thinking and how
you feel.
9. “Often people talk about the Bible as if it were a road map for life. They envision the Bible
providing crystal clear instructions on every detail about everyday life. Many believe that
Scripture is written solely for this practical purpose of successfully navigating the rough terrain of
life.” (John Cartwright and Chris Hulshof, Everyday Bible Study: Growing in the Christian Faith, ed.
Gabriel Etzel and Ben Gutierrez, 2nd edition., Everyday Bible Series (Nashville, TN: B&H
Academic, 2019).
a. Some people may think that if they follow the Bible exactly, they will live a perfect life
and will have life figured out. When, the Bible does not tell you what you need to do
every moment, it is a guide to help you along the way. The Bible can only help you
prepare your life for Heaven and help you have a better relationship with Christ.
10. “The Scriptures describe Satan as “the accuser of our brothers and sisters” (Rev 12:10). The one
who provides an answer to those accusations is Jesus Christ. Where Satan accuses, Christ
intercedes on our behalf. The importance of Christ’s ascension should not be lost on the believer.
It is another aspect of Christ’s work that has a daily impact for every Christian.” (John Cartwright
and Chris Hulshof, Everyday Bible Study: Growing in the Christian Faith, ed. Gabriel Etzel and Ben
Gutierrez, 2nd edition., Everyday Bible Series (Nashville, TN: B&H Academic, 2019).
a. Satan accuses Christians of wrongdoings to God. Jesus is the one who will give an
answer to God about the wrongdoings that Satan is trying to accuse. Satan can accuse us
of sin, but Christ will have the last say in the matter.
