Reflection & Study Questions (Student Copy)
These questions are designed to encourage careful reading of Scripture and thoughtful written reflection.
Use the space provided to write complete responses. Return to the biblical text often.
1.
How does Scripture define biblical faith, and how does that definition differ from belief as mere mental agreement?
2.
Why does Scripture consistently link faith with action rather than separating the two?
3.
In Acts 2, what response did Peter require from those who believed the gospel message? Why is this significant?
4.
How does James 2 challenge the idea that faith can exist without obedience?
5.
Why does Scripture describe obedience as the expression of faith rather than a competing concept?
6.
How does the New Testament show that grace does not remove the need for obedience, but instead defines it?
7.
What dangers arise when faith is redefined in a way that excludes obedience?
8.
In what ways does Scripture show that obedience does not earn salvation, yet remains essential to it?
9.
How does the timing of salvation events in Scripture (belief → obedience → blessing) clarify God’s expectations?
10.
Why is baptism consistently presented as an obedient response of faith rather than a symbolic afterthought?
11.
How does redefining obedience as “works” distort the biblical teaching on faith and grace?
12.
What practical steps can believers take to ensure their faith remains obedient rather than merely professed?
Scripture for Further Reading
- Hebrews 11:1–8
- Acts 2:36–41
- Acts 22:16
- Romans 1:5
- Romans 6:16–18
- Galatians 5:6
- James 2:14–26
- Titus 2:11–14
- John 14:15