THE APOSTLES' CREED
STUDY GUIDE 5.2
Lesson 1: The Church
Section 2: Holy


OUTLINE FOR NOTES

II. Holy

A. Definition

B. People

  1. Visible Church

  2. Invisible Church


REVIEW QUESTIONS

1. Explain the different meanings of the word "holy" as used in the Bible.

2. What is the root Greek word for "holy"? The root Hebrew word? (Write the English transliterations.)

3. Explain the difference between the "visible" church and the "invisible" church.

4. What does it mean to be in the covenant? Are all people in the covenant saved?

5. In what sense does the Apostles' Creed use the word "holy" in reference to the Church?

6. How does the lesson interpret Hebrews 10:29?

7. Make sure you are familiar with contents of the following Bible passages:

  Isaiah 6:3-7
  1 Corinthians 7:14
  Hebrews 10:29

APPLICATION QUESTIONS

1. How do you feel when you think about the "holiness" of God? Of the Church?


2. How does it affect your attitude toward the church and its members to know that the Bible calls it (and them) "holy"?


3. What makes you want to be more holy?


4. How do you understand Hebrews 10:29? What does it mean to  you personally?