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BEREAN QUESTIONS IN SCRIPTURE STUDIES

Series VI., Study III.—The Call of The New Creation

OCTOBER 2

(31) When the Lord comes in the close of this age, who only will be accepted as his Bride? P. 75, par. 1.

(32) Quote several comforting and encouraging Scriptures which declare the Divine supervision over even the humblest member of the New Creation. P. 75, par. 2.

(33) Explain in detail the illustration of natural birth in its relation to the spiritual birth of the New Creation. P. 76, par. 1.

(34) Show briefly how the Scriptures clearly distinguish between the New Creatures and the human family in general, especially with respect to (1) the Atonement Sacrifice, and (2) to the trials and difficulties of life. P. 77, par. 1.

(35) What will be the test of membership in the New Creation? P. 78, par. 1.

(36) In order to abide in Christ, what more than the mere making of a consecration is necessary? Explain fully. P. 78, par. 2.

OCTOBER 9

(37) Why are the five senses of humanity in general not sufficient for the New Creation in matters of judgment? P. 79, par. 1.

(38) Explain the so-called “sixth sense,” or complete set of additional spiritual senses, granted these New Creatures. P. 80, par. 1.

(39) By what name should the New Creation be known? P. 80, par. 2.

(40) What manner of spirit has prompted Christians to take sectarian names in the past, and when did it first manifest itself? P. 81, par. 1.

(41) To whom especially belong the chief praise and honor for the blessings that have come to us through the Apostles and other servants of the Lord? P. 82, top.

(42) What should be our attitude toward the present division into various denominations? Pp. 82, 83.

(43) In conclusion, what names should we avoid, and why? P. 83, par. 2, first part.

(44) What names should we recognize and answer to, as consecrated Christians? P. 83, par. 2, last part.

OCTOBER 16

(1) Was the opportunity to become members of the New Creation offered to mankind in general? P. 85.

(2) Was the “calling” of the natural Israelites a “high” or “heavenly calling”? If not, to what were they called? P. 85.

(3) Where are the terms of the High Calling set forth? P. 86, top.

(4) Why could the Ancient Worthies have no part or lot in this New Creation? P. 86, par. 1.

(5) Give another reason why this High Calling could not begin before the death of our Lord Jesus. P. 86, par. 2, first part.

(6) What was the standing of the Apostles before the death and resurrection of Christ? P. 87, top.

(7) Explain the difference between calling men to repentance and inviting them to the High Calling. P. 87, top.

OCTOBER 23

(8) Do the introductions to the various Epistles emphasize the exclusiveness of the Heavenly Call? P. 87.

(9) Upon what conditions shall we be made joint-heirs with Christ? P. 87, par. 2.

(10) Why are not many great, wise or learned called? P. 88.

(11) Why are the conditions of acceptance more attractive to the more fallen members of the human family? P. 89, par. 1.

(12) Upon what two graces of character is God especially placing a premium in connection with the New Creation? P. 90, par. 1.

(13) To what high standard of character are the New Creatures called? P. 90, par. 2.

(14) Is the Lord dealing with the imperfect flesh or with the new minds of these New Creatures? P. 91, top.

(15) What should we expect the new mind to accomplish in controlling our mortal bodies? P. 91, par. 1.

OCTOBER 30

(16) What are some of the specifications and limitations as respects character in the New Creation? P. 91, par. 2.

(17) Explain the difference between the “law of liberty” of the New Creation and the bondage of Israel to specific laws. P. 92, par. 1.

(18) Is it an easy path that leads the New Creation to “glory, honor and immortality”? P. 92, par. 2.

(19) Are there several different calls during the Gospel Age? Quote Scripture to prove position taken. P. 92, par. 3.

(20) Will there be a call to the World in the next age? P. 93, top.

(21) Are any called to be of the Great Company referred to in Rev. 7:9-14? P. 93, par. 1.

(22) Will these be members of the New Creation? If not, why? P. 93, par. 1.

(23) Is this special call of the New Creation limited in time? and when did it begin? P. 94, par. 1.

(24) When will this “acceptable time” come to an end? P. 94, par. 2, first part.

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