THE APOSTLES' CREED
STUDY GUIDE 2.2
Lesson 2: God the Father
Section 2: Father Almighty


OUTLINE FOR TAKING NOTES

II. Father Almighty

A. Name

B. Person

C. Fatherhood

  1. Creator

  2. King

  3. Family Head

D. Power

  1. Unlimited

  2 .Matchless

REVIEW QUESTIONS

1. What are the three principle meanings of “father” when the term is used in Scripture in reference to God?

2. What does the lesson teach about when the name "Father" refers to the first person of the Trinity in the Bible?

3. Explain the difference between "ontological Trinity" and "economic Trinity."

4. Explain the orthodox theology regarding the relation between the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, both in terms of the "ontological Trinity" and in terms of the "economic Trinity."

5. Why did ancient people often refer to their king as “father”?

6. Explain the three aspects of the fatherhood of God as taught in the lesson: creator, king, and family head.

7. In what sense are there some things that God “cannot” do?

8. Make sure you are familiar with the basic contents of the following passages: John 14:16-17, Hosea 11:1, Jeremiah 10:10-16, and Isaiah 14:24-27.


APPLICATION QUESTIONS

1. In what practical ways does it help you to remember that God is "father"?

2. In what ways does it help you to remember that God is "almighty"?