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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. As a person grows deeper in relationship with God, what happens, according to The Discipline of Worship?

2. The author says that happiness should NOT be based on what?

3. Using words to control becomes what, according to The Discipline of Silence?

4. What is the main focus in society, according to Foster?

5. What is solitude, according to The Discipline of Solitude?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. According to Christian belief, why is the discipline of submission the least desirable to pursue?

4. What do you think is an example of a false or empty celebration?

5. What benefits are there of submission, according to Foster?

6. What is the difference between sorrow and feeling sorry, based on Christian beliefs?

7. What is your definition of "spiritual direction"?

8. Foster states that which of the spiritual disciplines is the most abused? Why?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Jubilee is described as a celebration during biblical times where debts are canceled and slaves are released. It is a celebration of all that God has given. What does this have to do with discipline, according to Foster?

Essay Topic 2

There are several paradoxes in Foster's book. Identify at least one of these instances and describe why Foster may have used a paradox when describing this particular situation.

Essay Topic 3

Foster indicates that time, place, and posture are all significant to worship. Describe what he says about each term and what role each plays in helping Christians to become more connected with God.

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