Chapter 3 Study Guide

Chapter 3 The Gate of True Thoughts

Define truth:  (p. 27)

Why is it important?

Consider the 3 parts of the oath given before testifying in a court of law, and comment on each one:  (p. 28)

1. _____________-

2.  _______________________-

3.  ______________________________________-

How does doubt undermine our relationship with God?  (p. 30)

About what do you doubt?

Can you think of a tangible signpost of truth to confront that area of doubt when it arises?  

(p. 31)

Instead of thinking “What if…” which leads to worry, how can we respond to concerns that come to mind?  (p. 31, 32)

Why is constructed truth not biblical?  (p. 34)

Give an example of each type of truth that is easy for you to accept as absolutely true:

Physical/Practical truth-

Scientific truth-

Spiritual truth-

Reread the quotes and Bible verses from the chapter on pp. 126 and 127.  Highlight or copy several that will help you to stand guard at the Truth Gate of your thinking.