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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. According to The Discipline of Submission, what is the key to submission?

2. What is the first act of submission, according to Foster?

3. Who states that "the confession of evil works is the first beginning of good works"?

4. Foster states that spiritual direction is NOT meant to replace what?

5. What is a precursor to hearing a confession, according to The Discipline of Service?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. According to Foster, what are three examples of celebration?

3. What is Foster's definition of "self-righteous service"?

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

5. What do you think it means when Foster says true worship is when "spirit touches spirit"?

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

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

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

9. How are celebration, joy, and strength related, according to Foster?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

How is simplicity explored and conveyed in Foster's work? Why do you think Foster wrote about it in this way?

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