Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy Quiz

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Why does Metaxas claim that Bonhoeffer, "...struggled with the 'problem' of being charming." (from Chapters 7 and 8)

Because it caused social problems for him.

Because he was, by nature, a recluse.

Because he wanted the words and logic of what he said to be the only things to which others responded.

Because it was frowned upon by his father.

What reason did Metaxas give for the Bonhoeffer family's ability to escape scrutiny even though it was deeply involved in seditious activities? (from Chapter 28)

They were wealthy enough to bribe officials that were investigating them.

All of them were very skilled at "playing dumb".

Their intelligence allowed them to communicate on several levels and get a precise message to an intended target.

The Bonhoeffer's had connections throughout government that would overlook what they were doing.

Why was the German Government opposed to Bonhoeffer and is ordinands traveling to visit the Swiss church, according to a quote found by Metaxas? (from Chapters 17, 18 and 19)

"...because Bonhoeffer has caused no small amount of embarrassment when he has gone to other countries."

"...because his influence is not conducive to German interests."

"...because it is important that we protect the Christian solidarity of our citizens."

"...because Bonhoeffer's presentation to the international press will bring disfavor to our leaders."

What happened to Gersdorff after his failed attempt? (from Chapters 26 and 27)

He fled to Switzerland.

He lived until 1980.

He was executed with Bonhoeffer and his other co-conspirators.

He was blown up and the incident exposed the conspiracy to assassinate Hitler.

What was a recurring them that Bonhoeffer taught in the years before he became involved in the illegal seminaries of the Confessing Church, according to Metaxas? (from Chapters 7 and 8)

Original Sin--that man's condition is based upon the sin of Adam.

Incarnation--that God did not create us to be disembodied spirits, but flesh-and-blood human beings.

Grace--that coming into the presence of God is based upon His grace.

Transubstantiation--that Christians take the blood and body of Christ in communion.