The Church Growth Movement
Thsi quiz is based on the teachings from the School of Discipleship at Hope Church, Wednesday, November 2, 2011
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Which of the following said, “It’s a sin to bore a kid with the Gospel.”
- A.
Bill Bright
- B.
Billy Graham
- C.
Eli Morris
- D.
Jim Rayburn
- E.
Pete Bennett
Correct Answer
D. Jim RayburnExplanation
Jim Rayburn said, "It's a sin to bore a kid with the Gospel." This statement suggests that Rayburn believed it was important to engage children and make the message of the Gospel interesting and relevant to them. He likely believed that if children were not interested or engaged, they would not fully understand or appreciate the message, and it would be a missed opportunity to impact their lives positively. This viewpoint emphasizes the importance of effective communication and making religious teachings accessible to all age groups.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Hope Church is largely formed from many of the same values as
- A.
Young Life
- B.
Campus Crusade
- C.
Intervarsity Fellowship
- D.
The Billy Graham Crusades
Correct Answer
A. Young LifeExplanation
Hope Church is largely formed from many of the same values as Young Life, Campus Crusade, Intervarsity Fellowship, and The Billy Graham Crusades. This suggests that these organizations share similar beliefs, principles, and missions, which have influenced the formation and development of Hope Church. It is likely that Hope Church aligns with the goals and values of these organizations, possibly drawing inspiration from their approaches to ministry, outreach, and discipleship.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Although most of the main line churches were ill-equipped to minister to the Jesus Movement people, the Presbyterian church seemed to do the best.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given statement suggests that the Presbyterian church was the best equipped to minister to the Jesus Movement people. However, the correct answer is False, which implies that the Presbyterian church was not the best equipped. This implies that other main line churches might have been more successful in ministering to the Jesus Movement people.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The Second Coming of Christ was a major theme of the Jesus Movement. This was largely fueled by
- A.
The book, “The Late Great Planet Earth”
- B.
Billy Graham’s preaching
- C.
The music of the Beatles
- D.
The Vietnam War
Correct Answer
A. The book, “The Late Great Planet Earth”Explanation
"The Late Great Planet Earth" is a book that played a significant role in fueling the Second Coming of Christ as a major theme of the Jesus Movement. The book, written by Hal Lindsey, became extremely popular in the 1970s and presented a detailed interpretation of biblical prophecies, suggesting that the end times were near. Its influence on the Jesus Movement and its emphasis on the imminent return of Christ cannot be overstated. The book's popularity and persuasive arguments contributed to the widespread belief in the Second Coming among Christians during that period.Rate this question:
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- 5.
One of the few churches that was able to minister to and incorporate the Jesus people into their fellowship was
- A.
The Crystal Cathedral
- B.
Hollywood Presbyterian Church
- C.
Moody Bible Church
- D.
Calvary Chapel
Correct Answer
D. Calvary ChapelExplanation
Calvary Chapel was one of the few churches that successfully ministered to and integrated the Jesus people into their community. This suggests that Calvary Chapel had a welcoming and inclusive environment that appealed to the Jesus people. They likely provided a space where the Jesus people felt accepted and supported in their spiritual journey, which ultimately led to their incorporation into the church's fellowship.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The Church Growth Movement was highly influential with the formation of Hope Church.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement suggests that the Church Growth Movement had a significant impact on the establishment of Hope Church. This implies that the principles and strategies promoted by the movement were adopted and implemented by Hope Church, leading to its growth and development.Rate this question:
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- 7.
One of the main centers for the Church Growth Movement was through
- A.
The Billy Graham Association
- B.
Fuller Theological Seminary
- C.
Calvary Chapel
- D.
Moody Bible Institute
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Fuller Theological SeminaryExplanation
The correct answer is Fuller Theological Seminary. Fuller Theological Seminary played a significant role in the Church Growth Movement as one of its main centers. The movement focused on strategies and principles to promote the growth of churches, and Fuller Theological Seminary was instrumental in developing and teaching these principles.Rate this question:
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- 8.
By mid 1970’s evangelicalism was becoming quite popular. In fact, Newsweek named 1976 as the year of the Evangelical.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
During the mid-1970s, evangelicalism experienced a surge in popularity, to the extent that Newsweek even declared 1976 as the "year of the Evangelical." This suggests that the statement "By mid 1970's evangelicalism was becoming quite popular" is true.Rate this question:
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- 9.
A book that highlighted the controversy between the Bible being ‘inerrant’ verses being ‘infallible’ was called The Battle for the Bible. Inerrancy is the view that says the Bible is totally accurate without any errors at all.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The book called "The Battle for the Bible" highlighted the controversy between the Bible being 'inerrant' and 'infallible'. Inerrancy is the belief that the Bible is completely accurate and without any errors. Therefore, the statement "True" is correct because the book discusses the controversy surrounding the view of the Bible being inerrant.Rate this question:
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- 10.
There was a huge increase of evangelical belief in the 70s and as a result church membership in every denomination doubled.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement suggests that there was a significant increase in evangelical belief in the 70s, leading to a doubling of church membership in every denomination. However, without any supporting evidence or data, it is not possible to conclude that this statement is true. It is more likely that the statement is false, as religious beliefs and church membership are influenced by various factors and cannot be generalized to every denomination.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Which church started out of a dynamic youth ministry
- A.
Willow Creek Community Church
- B.
Hope Presbyterian Church
- C.
Saddleback Community Church
- D.
Calvary Chapel
Correct Answer
A. Willow Creek Community ChurchExplanation
Willow Creek Community Church started out of a dynamic youth ministry. This suggests that the church was initially formed as a result of a vibrant and active youth program, indicating its focus on engaging and involving young people in the church community.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Which church grew to 10,000 before it even had a church building
- A.
Willow Creek Community Church
- B.
Hope Presbyterian Church
- C.
Saddleback Community Church
- D.
The Crystal Cathedral
Correct Answer
C. Saddleback Community ChurchExplanation
Saddleback Community Church is the correct answer because it grew to 10,000 members before it even had a physical church building. This demonstrates its ability to attract a large congregation and build a strong community without relying on a physical space.Rate this question:
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- 13.
The church that practically outgrew it’s facility the first day it opened was
- A.
Willow Creek Community Church
- B.
Hope Presbyterian Church
- C.
Saddleback Community Church
- D.
The Crystal Cathedral
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Hope Presbyterian ChurchExplanation
The correct answer is Hope Presbyterian Church. This church practically outgrew its facility the first day it opened, indicating that it had a large number of attendees or members.Rate this question:
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