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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Foster think many people feel when they are silent?
(a) Helpless.
(b) Useful.
(c) Hopeful.
(d) Peaceful.

2. Foster states that spiritual direction is NOT meant to replace what?
(a) Jesus' disciples.
(b) Prayer.
(c) Church leadership.
(d) Seeking guidance directly from God.

3. What is the final step to confession, according to Christian belief?
(a) Writing it down.
(b) Avoid any temptations leading to that sin.
(c) Telling all Christians you know.
(d) Thank God for forgiving.

4. The author says that happiness should NOT be based on what?
(a) How we are feeling.
(b) Others.
(c) Whether or not we get our way.
(d) Our prayer life.

5. According to The Discipline of Submission, what is the key to submission?
(a) Power.
(b) Patience.
(c) Silence.
(d) Love.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to The Discipline of Submission, what is lauded in our modern culture?

2. The description of guidance is opening the _____ to respond to God's directions.

3. Which discipline is the least desirable to pursue, according to the author?

4. What does Foster write is the discipline that God desires for all of his people?

5. What marked the beginning of Jesus' ministry, according to The Discipline of Celebration?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are three of the seven acts of submission, as stated in the book?

2. What are the guidelines Foster offers for receiving a confession?

3. Why might it be difficult for someone to explain the benefits of being alone, as Foster explains it?

4. Do you think it is easy to make God the object of worship? Why or why not?

5. What are the benefits to worshiping in a group as opposed to worshiping alone, according to "The Discipline of Worship"?

6. What does the service of sharing the Word of Life include, according to "The Discipline of Service"?

7. How does Foster describe the service of guarding the reputation of others?

8. According to "The Discipline of Solitude," what is the relationship between silence and solitude?

9. How does Jesus call his disciples to a life of service?

10. According to Foster, what are the two sides of a confession? Which does Foster say is more important than the other?

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