PASTORAL THEOLOGY WEEK 3

Who has the authority to administer the ordinances of baptism and the Lord’s Supper, and why is the validity of the ordinance not dependent on the character of the one administering it?

• The preacher, because he is called to full-time ministry
  

• The government, because they regulate religious practices

• The local church, because Christ gave her the authority regardless of the personal character of the administrator

• Any believer, as long as they live a holy life

What does the word "ordinance" mean as used in the church, and how should it be treated?

• A church tradition passed down by early believers and adjusted over time
  

• A religious rite created by church leaders for ceremonial purposes

• A religious rite ordained and instituted by Christ, to be kept faithfully, scripturally, and perpetually
  

• A symbolic act that can be changed depending on the culture

According to the New Testament, there are only ___ ordinances instituted by Christ.

The two ordinances observed by New Testament churches are baptism and ____ ______.

Which of the following is an essential part of a Christian wedding program as discussed in a pastoral theology context?

• A list of wedding gifts and donors
  

• A detailed account of the couple's dating history

• A welcome, the order of service, names of key individuals, scripture readings, vows, and a prayer or blessing
  

• A personal speech from every guest in attendance