How do gods or beings differ from other types of supernatural forces or substances?
a. Gods may take a physical or bodily form; supernatural forces do not.
b. Gods and other beings respond to human action in some way.
c. Gods have a will of their own; other forces do not.
d. Unlike gods or other beings, forces or substances are only recognized by their effects.
ANSWER:
b
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Christianity began as a state religion and not a revitalization movement
a. True b. False
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