Saturday, 27 April 2024, 5:05 PM
Site: Birmingham Theological Seminary
Course: Making Biblical Decisions (Making Biblical Decisions)
Glossary: Glossary for Lessons 1-9
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Simplicity Term used by theologians to explain that God's attributes are interconnected and united. God is not a composite of parts, like a piece of jewelry composed of many gems. |
Sirmium City where Church council was held in 357 AD, in which they affirmed Arianism |
Situational PerspectiveEthical perspective that considers the problem itself, the goals, and the consequences. |
SolidarityWhen speaking of the unity of humanity, this refers to the way God deals with people as a united body. |
SovereigntyTerm used in theology to explain that God has complete authority over all creation and that He is in complete control of everything. |
Special Revelation Revelation that transcends the normal workings of creation |
SupernaturalRealm of existence of God and His works. This realm is above nature. |
Surrogate Representative or substitute. Used in theology to express the concept that man is the image of God. |
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Teleological Related to the purpose of something. Another name give by Dr. Frame to the "situational" perspective. |
TheologyDr. Frame defines it as the application of the Word of God to all of life. |