Question 22
NECO_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2018
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CHRISTIAN_RELIGIOUS_STUDIES
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objective
Two of Jesus' parables, the Parable of the Lost Sheep (Luke 15:3‑7) and the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant (Matthew 18:21‑35), both deal with forgiveness. Explain in two sentences how the underlying principle of forgiveness is expressed differently in each parable, and then state which parable more directly illustrates the concept of "reconciliation with God".
Answer Options
A.
In the Lost Sheep, forgiveness is expressed by the shepherd's willingness to sacrifice the flock, while in the Unmerciful Servant forgiveness depends on the servant's willingness to repay; the Unmerciful Servant more directly illustrates reconciliation with God.
B.
The Lost Sheep depicts forgiveness as a passive waiting by the shepherd, whereas the Unmerciful Servant portrays forgiveness as an unconditional divine decree; the Unmerciful Servant more directly illustrates reconciliation with God.
Correct Answer
C.
The Lost Sheep shows forgiveness through the shepherd's active pursuit, while the Unmerciful Servant shows forgiveness as a conditional human response; the Lost Sheep more directly illustrates reconciliation with God.
D.
The Lost Sheep emphasizes communal forgiveness through the flock's celebration, whereas the Unmerciful Servant focuses on personal repentance without any promise of forgiveness; the Lost Sheep more directly illustrates reconciliation with God.
Correct Answer
C
Correct Option:
The Lost Sheep shows forgiveness through the shepherd's active pursuit, while the Unmerciful Servant shows forgiveness as a conditional human response; the Lost Sheep more directly illustrates reconciliation with God.
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Neco Model Questions Vol1
2018
Christian Religious Studies
Question 22.
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2018
Neco Model Questions Vol1
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