THE APOSTLES' CREED
STUDY GUIDE 6.1
Lesson 6: Salvation
Section 1: Forgiveness


OUTLINE FOR TAKING NOTES

Introduction

I. Forgiveness

A. Problem of Sin

  1. Definition of Sin

  2. Origin of Sin

  3. Consequences of Sin

B. Divine Grace

  1. Father

  2. Son

  3. Holy Spirit

C. Individual Responsibility

  1. Conditions

  2. Means



REVIEW QUESTIONS

1. What aspects of our salvation are mentioned in the Apostles’ Creed?

2. How does 1 John 3:4 define sin?

3. Explain the difference between sins of "commission" and sins of "omission."

4. On what are God's commands based? That is, what do they reflect?

5. What should motivate our obedience to God?

6. What are the consequences of sin and the Fall?

7. How does the lesson define God’s “grace”?

8. Explain the role of each person of the Trinity in salvation.

9. According to the lesson, what are the conditions for forgiveness?

10. Explain the aspects of saving faith.

11. What is the BASIS of our forgiveness?

12. What is the MEANS of our forgiveness?

13. What does the lesson teach about the role of the sacraments of baptism and the Lord´s Supper in our salvation?

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

  1 John 5:3
  Romans 5:12-19
  Romans 3:23-24
  2 Thessalonians 2:13
  Psalm 103:8-13
  Psalm 51:16,17
  1 John 1:9

APPLICATION QUESTIONS

1. Have you personally recognized that you are a sinner deserving condemnation? Have you experienced "brokenness" and repentance for your sin?

2. Have you personally accepted the salvation that Christ purchased by His death and resurrection?  Do you believe in His saving work for you? Have you asked God to forgive you?

3. Did this lesson make you think about any aspect of salvation in a new way? Explain.