The Bible is the inspired Word of God and is His revelation to all people of himself and His plan of salvation.
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How many books are th
ere in the Bible?
66
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What are the t
wo divisions of the Bible?
Old Testament and New Testament
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What does "t
estament" mean?
Covenant [contract or agreement]
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How many books are in the O
ld Testament?
39
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In what language was most of the O
ld Testament written?
Hebrew
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How many books are in the N
ew Testament?
27
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In what language was most of the N
ew Testament written?
Greek
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About how many people d
id God inspire to write the Bible?
[About] 40
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Ap
proximately how many years did it take to write the Bible?
[Approximately] 1600 years
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Which book of the Bible tells about the beginnings of the w
orld?
Genesis
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What are the f
our Gospels?
Matthew, Mark, Luke, John
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What does the word "gos
pel" mean?
Good news
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What is the th
eme of the four Gospels?
The life and teaching of Jesus
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Who wrote mo
re books of the Bible than any other person?
Paul
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Which book of the Bible tells about the beginnings of the Ch
urch?
Acts
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Which N
ew Testament book is composed almost entirely of prophecies of the future?
Revelation
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Which of the O
ld Testament books is a collection of hymns and songs?
Psalms
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Who wrote ma
ny of the Psalms?
King David
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What is an e
pistle?
A letter sent by an apostle
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What is the longest b
ook of the Bible?
Psalms
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What is the sh
ortest chapter in the Bible?
Psalm 117
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What is the longest ch
apter in the Bible?
Psalm 119
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Where
did the universe come from?
(NIV) Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.
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Who were the first m
an and first woman?
Adam and Eve
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How a
re people different from animals?
God created people in His own image.
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Who were the first t
wo brothers?
Cain and Abel
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Who was the first mu
rderer?
Cain
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How did s
in enter the world?
Through the disobedience of Adam and Eve
10
Th
e account of man's first sin mentioned what two trees?
The tree of the knowledge of good and evil; the tree of life
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What man w
alked with God until God took him to heaven without dying?
Enoch
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Who l
ived longer than any other person, and how long did he live?
Methuselah--969 years
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Why did God se
nd a flood upon the earth?
Because people were so wicked that they thought about evil all the time
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Whom did God sp
are from the Great Flood?
Noah and his family
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Who were the th
ree sons of Noah?
Shem, Ham, Japheth
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When the F
lood came, how long did it rain?
40 days and nights
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What was the meaning of the f
irst rainbow?
It was God's promise that the world would never again be destroyed by a flood.
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After th
e Flood, how did the people rebel against God?
By building a tower to reach heaven
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How did God j
udge the people who built the tower of Babel?
By confusing their languages so they couldn't understand one another
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How did God t
est Abraham's faith when He asked him to leave Ur of the Chaldees?
By asking Abraham to follow Him without telling him where He would lead him
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Who was Abraham's n
ephew?
Lot
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What was the or
iginal name of the country God promised to Abraham?
Canaan
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Who was Abraham's w
ife?
Sarah
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To what co
untry did Abraham go in time of famine?
Egypt
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Why was i
t wrong for Lot to live in Sodom?
Because the men of Sodom were very wicked sinners
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Who was Me
lchizedek?
Priest of God and King of Salem
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What was the name of the son born to Abraham and H
agar?
Ishmael
10
What two ci
ties did God destroy with fire because of their great wickedness?
Sodom and Gomorrah
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What was the name of the son born to Abraham and S
arah?
Isaac
10
How old we
re Abraham and Sarah when Isaac was born?
Abraham was 100 and Sarah was 90 years old.
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Who was I
saac's wife?
Rebekah
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Who were the tw
in sons of Isaac and Rebekah?
Esau and Jacob
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What did E
sau sell to Jacob?
His birthright [the right to inherit God's promise to Abraham]
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How did Jacob o
btain the blessing of the firstborn son instead of Esau?
By making his father, Isaac, think he was Esau
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Where did Jacob h
ave a dream of a ladder reaching to heaven?
Bethel
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Who was the m
other of Joseph and Benjamin?
Rachel
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What n
ew name did God give to Jacob and what did it mean?
Israel, which means, "he struggles with God" [Prince of God]
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What sp
ecial meaning did Joseph's dreams have?
He would be a great ruler someday, and his family would bow down to him.
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How did Jacob sh
ow his special love for Joseph?
By giving him a coat of many colors
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Int
o what country was Joseph sold as a slave?
Egypt
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Who was J
oseph's first master in Egypt?
Potiphar
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What happened to Jos
eph when he refused to commit sin with his master's wife?
He was put into prison.
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Whose d
reams did Joseph interpret while in prison?
Pharaoh's baker and butler [cupbearer]
10
What did Jo
seph say was the meaning of the king's dream?
Seven good years would be followed by seven years of famine.
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Whom did Ph
araoh appoint to prepare for the famine?
Joseph
10
What are the n
ames of the two sons of Joseph?
Ephraim and Manasseh
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Why did Jo
seph's brothers come to Egypt?
To buy food
10
Where did Jacob a
nd his family settle in Egypt?
Goshen
10
Who was the b
aby that Pharaoh's daughter found floating in the river?
Moses
10
Why did M
oses flee from Egypt?
Because it was known that he had killed an Egyptian who mistreated an Israelite
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Who was Mo
ses' father-in-law and what was his position?
Jethro; priest of Midian
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Where did G
od appear to Moses out of the burning bush?
In the desert near Mt. Horeb [Mt. Sinai]
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What prom
ise did God make to Moses at the burning bush?
That God would deliver the children of Israel out of Egypt
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How did God per
suade Pharaoh to let the Israelites go?
By sending ten plagues upon the land of Egypt
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Whom did God g
ive Moses to help him in bringing the people of Israel out of Egypt?
Moses' brother Aaron
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What was the t
enth and last plague that fell upon Egypt?
The death of the firstborn
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What f
east did God institute to commemorate the Israelites' deliverance from Egypt?
Passover
10
By what miracle did I
srael leave the land of Egypt?
The parting of the sea [Red Sea]
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What happened to the E
gyptians who tried to follow the Israelites through the Red Sea?
They all drowned.
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Who was the si
ster of Moses?
Miriam
10
How did God ch
ange the bitter water of Marah into good water?
By telling Moses to cut down a tree and throw it into the water
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How did God provide b
read for the Israelites in the wilderness?
By sending manna
10
What miracle d
id God perform for Moses at Rephidim?
God brought water from a rock.
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How did A
aron and Hur help Moses gain the victory over the Amalekites?
By holding up Moses' hands
10
On w
hat mountain did God give Moses the Ten Commandments?
Mt. Sinai
10
QUOTATION QUESTION. Which i
s the first of the Ten Commandments?
(NIV) Exodus 20:3 You shall have no other gods before me.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Which of the Ten Commandments prohibits th
e worshiping of idols?
(NIV) Exodus 20:4 You shall not make for yourself an idol.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Which of the Ten Commandments prohibits c
ursing and swearing?
(NIV) Exodus 20:7 You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Which of the Ten Commandments s
ets aside one day each week as special unto God?
(NIV) Exodus 20:8 Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.
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What did P
aul call "the first commandment with promise"?
(NIV) Honor your father and your mother.
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Which of the Ten Commandments protects the sacredness of h
uman life?
(NIV) You shall not murder.
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Which of the Ten Commandments protects the sacredness of m
arriage?
(NIV) You shall not commit adultery.
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Which of the Ten Commandments protects o
ur right to own possessions?
(NIV) You shall not steal.
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Which of the Ten Commandments proh
ibits lying?
(NIV) You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor.
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Which of the Ten Commandments f
orbids wrong desires?
(NIV) You shall not covet...anything that belongs to your neighbor.
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In whi
ch book and chapter of the Bible do we find the first record of the Ten Commandments?
Exodus [chapter] 20
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What did the I
sraelites build in which to worship God while they were in the wilderness?
The Tabernacle
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What si
n did Aaron and the people of Israel commit at Mt. Sinai?
Making and worshiping the idol of the golden calf
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From whi
ch of the tribes of Israel were the priests chosen?
Levi
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What was the ma
in purpose of the sacrifices and offerings made by the Israelites?
To make atonement for their sins
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What did G
od use to lead the Israelites in the wilderness?
A pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night
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Why were th
e twelve spies sent by Moses into Canaan?
To see what kind of land it was and what kind of people lived there
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What e
vidence did the spies bring back to show that Canaan was a good land?
They brought fruit from the land.
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Which t
wo of the twelve spies said the Israelites could capture the land of Canaan?
Joshua and Caleb
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How many y
ears did the Israelites wander in the wilderness?
40 years
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How did God prove
to the children of Israel that Moses and Aaron were His chosen leaders?
He caused Aaron's rod to blossom.
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How did M
oses disobey God when the water came from the rock at Meribah?
He struck the rock instead of speaking to it.
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How did God provide h
ealing for the Israelites when they were bitten by the snakes?
He told Moses to make a bronze [brazen] snake that the people could look at and be healed.
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Whom did God a
ppoint to be the leader of Israel after Moses?
Joshua
10
Why was M
oses not allowed to go into the land of Canaan?
Because he disobeyed God at Meribah
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From wha
t mountain did Moses see the Promised Land?
Nebo
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How old wa
s Moses when he died?
120 years
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Who were the o
nly two men who left Egypt and entered Canaan?
Joshua and Caleb
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Who p
rotected the spies Joshua sent to Jericho?
Rahab
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How did R
ahab mark her house so she would be protected when Jericho was captured?
By placing a scarlet cord [thread] in the window of her house
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By what miracle did th
e children of Israel enter the Promised Land?
God stopped the flow of the Jordan River during its flood stage.
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How many t
imes did the Israelites march around the walls of Jericho?
Thirteen--once each day for six days and seven times on the seventh day
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What happened a
t Jericho when the children of Israel shouted at Joshua's command?
The walls of Jericho fell down.
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Whose s
in caused the defeat at Ai?
Achan's
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What miracle o
ccurred when Joshua fought at Gibeon?
The sun and the moon stood still.
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Who de
feated the Midianites with only 300 men?
Gideon
10
Which of the j
udges was very strong?
Samson
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What wo
man tricked Samson into telling her the secret of his strength?
Delilah
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What Ge
ntile girl decided to serve God because she loved her mother-in-law, Naomi?
Ruth
10
What de
scendant of Ruth became king of Israel?
David
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What ch
ild heard the voice of God speak to him during the night?
Samuel
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U
pon what judge did God ask Samuel to pronounce judgment?
Eli
10
As
described in Hebrews, what was the ark of the covenant?
The sacred box which contained the stone tablets of the Ten Commandments [covenant], the gold jar of manna, and Aaron's rod that budded
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Why did the I
sraelites want a king instead of a judge?
Because they wanted to be like other nations
10
Who was the first k
ing of Israel?
Saul
10
Why did God r
emove Saul from the throne of Israel?
He refused to obey God's command.
10
Whom did God ch
oose to replace Saul as king of Israel?
David
10
What gi
ant did David kill?
Goliath
10
Who was the c
aptain of David's army?
Joab
10
Why did David r
efuse to kill King Saul?
Because God had chosen Saul to be king
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How l
ong did David rule as king?
40 years
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Which s
on of Saul was David's best friend?
Jonathan
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Why did David sh
ow kindness to Mephibosheth?
Because Mephibosheth was Jonathan's son
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Which of D
avid's sons tried to take the kingdom from him?
Absalom
10
When d
id David say life begins?
In the womb
10
Whom did God te
ll David to choose to be king after his death?
Solomon
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What did S
olomon ask God to give him when he became king?
Wisdom
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What b
uilding did Solomon erect for God?
The temple [house] of the Lord
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What que
en came from a long distance to visit Solomon?
The queen of Sheba
10
What happened to the k
ingdom of Israel upon the death of Solomon?
It was divided into the kingdoms of Israel and Judah.
10
Why did Jer
oboam establish idol worship in the northern kingdom of Israel?
So the people wouldn't go to Jerusalem to offer sacrifices
10
On M
ount Carmel, why did Elijah ask God to consume the sacrifice with fire?
So that all of Israel would know that God was really God
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Who were the w
icked king and queen of Israel during the time of Elijah?
Ahab and Jezebel
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Whom did God ta
ke directly to heaven in a whirlwind?
Elijah
10
What proph
et succeeded Elijah?
Elisha
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What Syr
ian officer was healed of leprosy by bathing in the Jordan River at Elisha's command?
Naaman
10
To whom d
id God give a sign of the sun moving backwards to show him that he was healed?
Hezekiah
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To what ci
ty were many of the people of Judah taken as captives?
Babylon
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What ki
ng of Babylon conquered Jerusalem and the kingdom of Judah?
Nebuchadnezzar
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When the people returned to Jerusalem from captivity in Babylon, who oversaw the rebuilding of the t
emple?
Zerubbabel
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When the people returned to Jerusalem from captivity in Babylon, who oversaw the rebuilding of the w
alls of the city?
Nehemiah
10
Who was the J
ewish girl who became the wife of the king of Persia?
Esther
10
How did E
sther save the lives of the Jewish people?
By asking her husband, king of Persia, to protect them
10
What man l
ost all of his possessions and his health but remained true to God?
Job
10
How did God r
eward Job for his faithfulnes?
God gave him twice as many possessions and as many children as he had had before his trial.
10
Who was ca
lled the weeping prophet?
Jeremiah
10
Who i
nterpreted a famous dream for King Nebuchadnezzar?
Daniel
10
Why were Sh
adrach, Meshach, and Abednego thrown into a fiery furnace?
They refused to worship the image set up by the king.
10
What did Da
niel do when the king decreed he could no longer pray to his God?
He continued to pray just as he always did.
10
What happened to D
aniel when he continued to pray to God instead of to the king?
He was cast into the lions' den.
10
What was the meaning of the h
andwriting on the wall at Belshazzar's drunken party?
That Belshazzar's kingdom was about to be conquered
10
Who was s
wallowed by a great fish when he ran away from doing God's will?
Jonah
10
What happened whe
n Jonah preached to the people of Nineveh?
The people repented and God forgave them.
10
Where did M
icah say the Messiah would be born?
Bethlehem
10
According to th
e prophet Zechariah, where will Jesus' feet stand when He returns to the earth?
The Mount of Olives
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Who t
old Mary she would be the mother of the Messiah?
The angel Gabriel
10
To whom w
as the virgin Mary engaged to be married?
Joseph
10
Who were the first p
ersons, other than Joseph and Mary, to hear that Jesus had been born?
Shepherds
10
What two g
roups of men worshiped the Christ child?
Shepherds and Wise Men
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QUOTATION QUESTION. When
the Wise Men came seeking Jesus, what question did they ask?
(NIV) Matthew 2:2 ...Where is the one who has been born King of the Jews?...
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Who was ki
ng over Judea when Jesus was born?
Herod
10
How did th
e Wise Men find Jesus?
They followed His star to where He was.
10
What gifts
were given to Jesus by the Wise Men?
Gold, frankincense, myrrh
10
Where did Jesus l
ive as He was growing up?
Nazareth
10
Whom did God se
nd to prepare the way for Jesus?
John the Baptist
10
About how o
ld was Jesus when He began His public ministry?
[About] 30 years old
10
About how l
ong did Jesus preach and teach before His crucifixion?
[About] 3-1/2 years
10
QUOTATION QUESTION. Wi
th what words did John the Baptist introduce Jesus?
(NIV) John 1:29 ...Look, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!
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How did Jo
hn the Baptist describe the way Jesus would baptize?
With the Holy Spirit and with fire
10
Which of the d
isciples was a tax collector?
Matthew
10
After A
ndrew met Jesus, what did he tell his brother Simon?
...We have found the Messiah.
10
What was J
esus' first miracle?
Turning water into wine at the wedding in Cana
10
What ru
ler of the Jews came to Jesus by night seeking the way to eternal life?
Nicodemus
10
Where did Jo
hn the Baptist baptize Jesus?
In the Jordan River
10
How did God sh
ow His approval of Jesus at His baptism?
(NIV) The Holy Spirit descended on Him and the Father said, "This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased."
10
Du
ring Jesus' temptation, how long did He go without eating?
40 days and nights
10
Who were the first f
our apostles Jesus called to follow Him?
Peter, Andrew, James, John
10
What do we c
all the first statements of the Sermon on the Mount which all begin with the word "blessed"?
[The] Beatitudes
10
How did Jesus p
rove His power over nature?
By calming a storm on the Sea of Galilee
10
What st
range gift did King Herod give to his stepdaughter?
The head of John the Baptist
10
What re
velation of himself did Jesus give to Peter, James, and John on a high mountain?
Jesus was transfigured [showed His glory] and talked with Moses and Elijah.
10
Why did the r
ich young ruler fail to follow Jesus?
He loved the things he owned more than he loved Jesus.
10
What did Jesus prophesy w
ould happen to the stones of the Temple?
Not one stone would be left on another
10
QUOTATION QUESTION. What g
reat statement did Peter make about Jesus?
(NIV) Matthew 16:16 You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.
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Which th
ree of the disciples were Jesus' closest friends?
Peter, James, John
10
Who did Jesus say was like the f
oolish man who built his house upon sand?
Those who hear His teachings but do not do them
10
Who did Jesus say was like the w
ise man who built his house upon the rock?
Those who hear His teachings and do them
10
In J
esus' parable, who helped the man who had been beaten and robbed?
The Good Samaritan
10
In the P
arable of the Sower, to what did Jesus compare the seed?
The Word of God
10
What did Jesus t
each about material possessions?
Don't be greedy. A person's life does not consist of what he owns.
10
What did Jesus d
o in healing the man born blind?
He put mud on his eyes and told him to go and wash it off.
10
Which of J
esus' parables tells us that God is willing to forgive and restore the sinner who repents?
The Parable of the Prodigal Son
10
How did Jesus a
nswer those who asked if it was right for them to pay taxes to Caesar?
Give Caesar what belongs to him, and give God what belongs to Him.
10
How did Jesus f
eed 5,000 men, plus women and children?
He multiplied five loaves and two fish from a boy's [lad's] lunch.
10
Who c
limbed a tree in order to see Jesus?
Zacchaeus
10
How did Jesus c
ome into Jerusalem at the Triumphal Entry?
Jesus came riding on the colt of a donkey.
10
How did Jesus t
each His disciples humility at the Last Supper?
He washed the disciples' feet.
10
Where did Jesus p
ray the night before His crucifixion?
[The Garden of] Gethsemane
10
Which ap
ostle betrayed Jesus?
Judas Iscariot
10
In b
etraying Jesus, how did Judas show the soldiers who Jesus was?
He kissed Jesus.
10
What did Jesus prophesy P
eter would do on the night of His betrayal?
Peter would deny Him three times.
10
What pe
rson did the people ask Pilate to spare instead of Jesus?
Barabbas
10
What does the word "Gol
gotha" mean?
[The] Place of the Skull
10
What ti
tle did Pilate have placed on Jesus' cross?
[JESUS OF NAZARETH], THE KING OF THE JEWS
10
How did Jesus d
ie?
He was crucified, or nailed to a cross.
10
What happened i
n the realm of nature when Jesus was crucified?
The sun became dark for three hours and there was an earthquake.
10
What did the R
oman officer who had been in charge of Jesus' execution say about Jesus?
(NIV) ...Surely he was the Son of God.
10
Who b
uried Jesus?
Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus
10
Who was the first person to s
ee Jesus after He was resurrected?
Mary Magdalene
10
How w
as the way made for the women to get inside the tomb of Jesus?
An angel had rolled away the stone.
10
Who was the d
isciple who at first doubted Jesus' resurrection?
Thomas
10
After J
esus walked and talked with His apostles for 40 days following His resurrection, what happened to Him?
He was taken up and a cloud hid Him from their sight.
10
Who was ch
osen to replace Judas as an apostle?
Matthias
10
About how many people wai
ted together in the Upper Room for the coming of the Holy Spirit?
[About] 120
10
What gift
of God was given to the Church on the Day of Pentecost?
The gift of the Holy Spirit
10
What O
ld Testament prophet foretold the outpouring of the Holy Spirit?
Joel
10
About how many people we
re saved as a result of Peter's sermon on the Day of Pentecost?
[About] 3,000
10
QUOTATION QUESTION. What did Pe
ter say to the lame man at the temple gate?
(NIV) Acts 3:6 ...Silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk.
10
What was the s
in of Ananias and Sapphira?
They lied to the Holy Spirit.
10
Why did the a
postles rejoice after being beaten for preaching the gospel?
Because they were counted worthy to suffer shame for Jesus' name
10
Who was the first person to b
e martyred for being a Christian?
Stephen
10
According to ch
urch history, who was the only one of the twelve apostles not martyred for his faith in the risen Christ?
John
10
Why did S
aul of Tarsus go to Damascus?
To arrest Christians
10
What happened to S
aul of Tarsus near Damascus?
Jesus [Christ] appeared to him in a great light, and Saul accepted Him as Lord.
10
Who was r
aised from the dead in answer to Peter's prayer?
Dorcas [Tabitha]
10
Who was the R
oman officer who sent for Peter to come and preach to him?
Cornelius
10
What happened whi
le Peter was preaching at Cornelius' house?
The Holy Spirit came on all those who heard the message.
10
In what ci
ty were Jesus' followers first called "Christians"?
Antioch
10
How did Pe
ter escape from prison the night before Herod planned to kill him?
An angel opened the prison for him.
10
Who h
elped Paul on his first missionary journey?
Barnabas
10
What happened to P
aul at Lystra after the people had thought he was a god?
He was stoned and left for dead, but God healed him.
10
How did Pa
ul know he was supposed to preach in Macedonia?
God showed him a vision of a man from Macedonia calling for help.
10
Who were P
aul's chief helpers on his second missionary journey?
Silas and Timothy
10
Who wrote th
e Book of Acts?
Luke
10
What was the oc
cupation of Luke?
Doctor
10
QUOTATION QUESTION. What did Pa
ul tell the Philippian jailer to do in order to be saved?
(NIV) Acts 16:31 ...Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved--you and your household.
10
Who were the te
ntmakers who assisted Paul at Corinth?
Aquila and Priscilla
10
What did the p
eople of Ephesus do with their books of witchcraft to show they had turned to God?
They burned them.
10
In E
phesians, what command does Paul give to the children?
Children, obey your parents.
10
Do
es God treat all people alike?
Yes, all people are equal before God.
10
Why did God g
ive the law?
To show all people what sin is
10
QUOTATION QUESTION. What i
s the penalty of sin?
(NIV) Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
10
Why did Jes
us die on the Cross?
He died for our sins.
10
Why sh
ould we wear all of the armor of God?
So that we can resist the attacks of the devil
10
In the Christian's armor, what is b
uckled around the waist?
Truth
10
In the Christian's armor, what is the b
reastplate?
Righteousness
10
In the Christian's armor, what is w
orn on the feet?
Readiness [preparation] that comes from the gospel of peace
10
In the Christian's armor, what is the sh
ield?
Faith
10
In the Christian's armor, what is the h
elmet?
Salvation
10
What sh
ould Christians use to protect themselves from Satan's fiery darts?
The shield of faith
10
What is the Sp
irit's sword?
The Word of God
10
When sh
ould Christians rejoice?
Always
10
To what y
oung pastor did Paul write two letters which are books of the Bible?
Timothy
10
Who was the sl
ave Paul won to the Lord while in prison?
Onesimus
10
Why do
we love God?
We love Him, because He first loved us.
10
What happened to Joh
n on the isle of Patmos?
God showed him what was going to happen in the last days.
10
What is an a
postle?
A special messenger sent by God
10
What is f
aith?
Faith is belief and complete trust in God.
10
What is do
ctrine?
Doctrine is teaching from the Bible.
10
What is si
n?
Sin is refusing to do God's will as revealed by His Word and His Spirit.
10
What is g
race?
Grace means that God offers us His love and forgiveness as a gift and not because we have earned it or deserve it.
10
What is r
edemption?
Redemption is the price Jesus paid for our salvation.
10
What is de
ath?
Death is the separation of the body and the soul.
10
What is a p
rophet?
A prophet is a person whom God has chosen to speak for Him in a special way through the power of the Holy Spirit.
10
Who a
re the angels?
Spiritual beings created by God
10
What do we m
ean when we say that God is immutable?
God does not change. He is always the same.
10
What is a d
isciple?
A disciple is a learner [follower] of Jesus.
10
What is pray
er?
Prayer is talking with God.
10
What is prais
e?
Praise is expressing our love to God for all He is and all He has done.
10
What is w
orship?
Worship is praising and adoring God.
10
What does "r
epentance" mean?
Repentance is having a change of mind, heart, and direction.
10
What is j
ustification?
When we accept Jesus as our Savior, God accepts us as though we had not sinned.
10
What is sa
nctification?
Sanctification is being separated from sin and set apart to serve God.
20
How did God g
ive us the Bible?
The Holy Spirit inspired holy men, giving them both the truth and the words to write.
20
What do we mean when we say the Bible is i
nfallible?
The Bible cannot fail and has no errors.
20
What do we mean when we say the Bible is v
erbally inspired?
God inspired each word of the Bible, not just the thoughts or ideas.
20
What do we mean when we say the Bible is o
ur authoritative rule of faith and conduct?
The Bible has the right to command us in what we believe and what we do.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. How l
ong will the Bible last?
(NIV) Matthew 24:35 Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. Why
is it important to memorize Bible verses?
(NIV) Psalm 119:11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.
20
Does the B
ible claim to be inspired?
Yes. The words, "and God said," or their equivalent, are found over 2,500 times in the Bible.
20
What ch
apter of the Bible is known as the "love chapter"?
1 Corinthians 13
20
Who wr
ote the first five books of the Bible?
Moses
20
Who are the f
our major prophets?
Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel
20
Which two a
postles wrote a Gospel?
Matthew and John
20
What is a p
arable?
A parable is a story about familiar things which helps us understand spiritual truths.
20
What are the f
our major divisions of the Old Testament?
Law, History, Poetry, Prophets
20
What wise
king wrote much of the book of Proverbs?
Solomon
20
What is the mai
n theme of the Book of Hebrews?
That Jesus is a better priest [mediator] between God and people than were the Old Testament priests
20
Which G
ospel proves that Jesus is the Messiah by showing the fulfillment of many Old Testament prophecies?
Matthew
20
Which two O
ld Testament books tell the history of the Jews after their return from captivity in Babylon?
Ezra and Nehemiah
20
Who are the th
ree Persons of the Trinity?
God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit
20
What do we mean when we say that God is e
ternal?
God has neither beginning nor ending, but always has been and always will be.
20
What do we mean when we say that God is omnipr
esent?
God is everywhere at the same time.
20
What do we mean when we say that God is omnipo
tent?
God is all-powerful.
20
What do we mean when we say that God is omnis
cient?
God is all-wise and all-knowing.
20
What part did G
od the Father have in creation?
God the Father gave the commands that caused the visible world to be created out of nothing.
20
What does th
e Bible declare is the beginning of wisdom?
Fear of [respect for] God
20
What k
ind of worship does God desire?
God desires us to worship in spirit and in truth.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. Has
Jesus always been God?
(NIV) John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
20
What is Jesus' title of d
ivinity?
Son of God
20
What is Jesus' title of h
umanity?
Son of Man
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse th
at says Jesus is always the same.
(NIV) Hebrews 13:8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and for ever.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What pa
rt did Jesus have in creation?
(NIV) John 1:3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.
20
O
ver how many different Old Testament prophecies were fulfilled by the life and death of Jesus?
[Over] 300
20
What was G
od's first promise of a Savior?
God told the serpent that one of Eve's descendants would defeat him.
20
How wa
s God's first promise of a Savior fulfilled?
Through Jesus' death and resurrection, Satan's power was conquered.
20
What prom
ise did God make to Abraham?
God promised Abraham that through his seed [descendant] all the earth would be blessed.
20
Who f
ulfilled God's promise that Abraham's seed would bless the whole earth?
[Jesus] Christ
20
What is the d
octrine of Jesus' Incarnation?
God the Son became flesh and lived among us.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. According to J
ohn's Gospel, why did Jesus come to earth?
(NIV) John 10:10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. According to L
uke's Gospel, why did Jesus come to earth?
(NIV) Luke 19:10 For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost.
20
How did J
esus overcome the temptations of Satan?
By using the Word of God
20
What is the im
portance of the doctrine of Jesus' virgin birth?
Jesus did not have an earthly father. Because of His supernatural birth, Jesus was both fully God and fully human.
20
Why did G
od instruct Joseph to call Mary's son "Jesus"?
Because He would save His people from their sins
20
What is the meaning of the n
ame "Jesus"?
"The Lord is our Savior."
20
What is the meaning of the w
ord "Christ"?
"The Anointed One of God"
20
How did God a
noint Jesus?
With the Holy Spirit and power
20
What He
brew word is the same as the Greek word "Christ"?
"Messiah"
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. How did Jesus say H
is baptism would be different from John's?
(NIV) Acts 1:5 For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.
20
In th
e Parable of the Good Shepherd, what did Jesus say the Good Shepherd would do for the sheep?
Give His life
20
Why is i
t absolutely necessary to our salvation that Jesus lived a sinless life?
If Jesus had sinned then His death would have been the penalty of His sin and would not have had the power to atone for our sins.
20
What was p
roven by Jesus' resurrection?
That Jesus was exactly who He claimed to be--Son of God, Savior, and Lord
20
How important is the d
octrine of resurrection to our Christian faith?
If Christ was not raised from the dead, our faith is useless.
20
M
ore than how many people saw Jesus after He was raised from the dead?
[More than] 500
20
How l
ong did Jesus walk and talk with His apostles after His resurrection?
40 days
20
Where i
s Jesus now and what is He doing?
Jesus is at the right hand of the Father interceding for believers.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What is J
esus' great "I am" saying in the Book of Revelation?
(NIV) Revelation 22:13 I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End.
20
How did God create m
an?
He formed man from the dust of the earth and breathed the breath of life into him.
20
How did God create w
oman?
God made woman out of one of the ribs of Adam.
20
How we
re people created in the image of God?
People were created with spiritual natures which permit them to reason, make choices, and to know and love God.
20
When A
dam and Eve sinned, how did God provide them clothing?
He made them garments from the skins of animals.
20
What is meant by "o
riginal sin"?
Because Adam and Eve chose to sin, all people are born in sin and have the tendency to sin.
20
What were th
e duties of the Old Testament priest?
To intercede with God for the people and offer sacrifices to atone for their sins
20
Fi
rst John 3:4 contains what definition of sin?
Sin is disobedience to [transgression of] God's commands.
20
Ja
mes 4:17 contains what definition of sin?
Knowing to do good but not doing it is sin.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. Have
all people sinned?
(NIV) Romans 3:23 For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
20
What does P
aul mean when he says that all have sinned and come short of the glory of God?
People, by their own ability, cannot attain the righteousness of God.
20
P
aul said if God was for us no one could be against us. How do we know God is for us?
God sent His Son [Jesus] to die for us.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse of Romans chapter f
ive which tells us the greatest proof of God's love.
(NIV) Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What did Jesus t
ell Nicodemus was necessary for a person to see the kingdom of God?
(NIV) John 3:3 I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again.
20
What does it
mean to be born again?
To experience the regeneration of the Spirit [have our nature made new]
20
What in
structions did Paul give Christians for getting along with other people?
Live in harmony; do not be proud; be willing to associate with people of low position; do not be conceited
20
Is it G
od's will for all people to be saved?
Yes, God wants all people to be saved, but each individual must personally choose Christ as Savior.
20
What is the o
nly sin which will not be forgiven?
Willfully and knowingly speaking evil against the Holy Spirit
20
Whom does G
od resist, and to whom does He give grace?
God resists [opposes] the proud but gives grace to the humble.
20
In J
esus' story of the Pharisee and tax collector, what was the tax collector's prayer?
(NIV) ...God have mercy on me, a sinner.
20
What did th
e prodigal son say to his father when he came back home?
I have sinned against God and you and am no longer worthy to be your son.
20
How important is the b
lood of Jesus to our salvation?
Without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness [remission] of sin.
20
What is meant by th
e vicarious atonement?
Jesus [Christ] took the punishment for our sins when He died on Calvary, and if we accept Him as Savior we will not have to be punished by God.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. F
rom Romans chapter one, quote the verse which tells us the power of the gospel.
(NIV) Romans 1:16 I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse of E
phesians chapter two which tells us how we are saved.
(NIV) Ephesians 2:8 For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith--and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God.
20
In r
elationship to our salvation, what is meant by adoption?
All the privileges of being a child of God, including inheriting eternal life, are restored.
20
S
ince we are saved because of what Jesus did and not what we do, why should Christians do good works?
Because we are saved, we do good works to show our love for God.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What a
re the three great Christian virtues?
(NIV) 1 Corinthians 13:13 And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.
20
According to H
ebrews 11:6, those who come to God must believe what?
They must believe that God exists and that He rewards those who earnestly [diligently] seek Him.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What did Jesus say was the f
irst and most important commandment?
(NIV) Mark 12:30 Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What did Jesus say was the s
econd most important commandment?
(NIV) Mark 12:31 ...Love your neighbor as yourself....
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What did Jesus say was the g
reatest display of love?
(NIV) John 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. How did Jesus say w
e may show our love for Him?
(NIV) John 14:15 If you love me, you will obey what I command.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What did Jesus say wo
uld cause the world to know that we are His disciples?
(NIV) John 13:35 All men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. I
s it necessary that a Christian love others?
(NIV) 1 John 4:8 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse wh
ich tells why it is necessary to live a peaceful and holy life.
(NIV) Hebrews 12:14 Make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.
20
Why should w
e be careful about what we think?
Because we become what we think [about]
20
Why should a Christian k
eep pure in body and mind, before and after marriage?
Because immoral behavior destroys the purity and happiness God intends marriage to have
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What does
James say we must do to keep from fooling ourselves?
(NIV) James 1:22 Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.
20
Why w
ere the Christians at Berea called noble?
Because they received the word willingly and studied the Scriptures [Bible] every day.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. According to F
irst Thessalonians chapter five, when should a Christian thank God?
(NIV) 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.
20
According to E
cclesiastes 12:1, when should we begin to seek God?
In the days of our youth
20
What did Paul tell T
imothy was true prosperity?
Godliness with contentment is great gain.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What is the G
olden Rule?
NIV) Matthew 7:12 So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse of Ph
ilippians that expresses what the Christian's attitude should be toward both life and death.
(NIV) Philippians 1:21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What r
ule do we find in Proverbs for avoiding trouble with others?
(NIV) Proverbs 15:1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
20
How should we regard our sc
hool teachers, policemen, and other government officers?
We should obey them because their authority comes from God.
20
How should we regard our Su
nday School teachers, pastors, and other church leaders?
We should obey them because they are responsible to God for our souls.
20
What does "in
tercession" mean?
To pray to God for someone else
20
Who in
tercedes for the Christian?
The Holy Spirit and Jesus
20
What does R
omans 8:26 say is the main weakness of our prayers?
We don't know what to pray for as we should.
20
Why should a Christian n
ot marry a person who is not a Christian?
Because God's Word says we should not be [unequally] yoked with an unbeliever
20
Is it a
sin to be tempted?
No, it is sin only when we yield to temptation.
20
According to F
irst John, what are the three common temptations?
(NIV) Cravings of sinful man; lust of the eyes; boasting about oneself
20
What are the th
ree main sources of temptation?
(NIV) Satan, the world, our own evil desires
20
What part did th
e Holy Spirit have in creation?
The Spirit of God was hovering over the waters.
20
Jesus said the
Holy Spirit would convict, or reprove, the world of what three things?
Sin, righteousness, judgment
20
Why does th
e Holy Spirit convict, or reprove, the world of sin?
Because the world failed to believe on Jesus
20
Whom does th
e Holy Spirit glorify?
Jesus [Christ]
20
What are the c
ontinuing spiritual evidences of the Spirit-filled life?
Joy and contentment; victory over sin; ability [power] to share the gospel; desire to know God and His Word
20
The
Holy Spirit guides Christians into what?
Truth
20
What part does
the Holy Spirit have in our salvation?
The Holy Spirit convicts of sin and makes the repentant sinner a new person.
20
Does the H
oly Spirit dwell in every Christian?
Yes, the Holy Spirit comes into our hearts when we believe on Jesus.
20
What did Paul tell th
e Ephesians was the down payment of heaven?
The Holy Spirit of promise
20
Why did J
esus say it was necessary that He go away?
So that the Holy Spirit might come
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. According to Z
echariah, how can we do God's work?
(NIV) Zechariah 4:6 ...'Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,' says the Lord Almighty.
20
When d
id God first baptize believers in the Holy Spirit?
On the Day of Pentecost
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse of A
cts chapter two that describes the disciples of Jesus receiving the outpouring of the Holy Spirit [Ghost].
(NIV) Acts 2:4 All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them.
20
What were J
esus' disciples doing when they were baptized in the Holy Spirit?
They were praying.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What did P
eter tell the people at Pentecost to do in order to receive the gift of the Holy Spirit [Ghost]?
(NIV) Acts 2:38 ...Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
20
Is th
e baptism in the Holy Spirit the same as salvation?
No, Paul asked the Ephesian Christians if they had received the Holy Spirit since they believed.
20
What are the p
urposes of the baptism in the Holy Spirit?
To help us know Christ [Jesus] better; to assist us in understanding God's Word; to give us power to witness
20
What is the in
itial physical evidence of the baptism in the Holy Spirit?
Speaking with other tongues as the Spirit empowers [enables]
20
Why do w
e believe that speaking with other tongues is the initial physical evidence of the baptism in the Holy Spirit?
Because it is the pattern of the New Testament Church
20
What is the Ch
urch?
A body [company] of born-again people who have been called out from the world; who have faith in and give allegiance to the Lord Jesus Christ
20
What th
ree things does Paul say make up God's kingdom?
Righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit
20
Who is the H
ead of the Church?
Jesus [Christ]
20
Who is the f
oundation of the Church?
Christ [Jesus]
20
Who are the s
aints?
Born-again Christians
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse of Romans chapter t
welve that compares the Church to a body.
(NIV) Romans 12:5 So in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.
20
Who b
uilds the Church?
Jesus [Christ]
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What po
wer is there in united prayer?
(NIV) Matthew 18:19 ...If two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. What is the m
ission of the Church?
(NIV) Mark 16:15 ...Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation.
20
Jesus said that G
od had planned for His house to be used as what?
A house of prayer
20
Why does G
od give ministers to the Church?
To help Christians grow so they can help others
20
What do we mean b
y a "calling to the ministry"?
A person must have a special impression of the Spirit to serve the Lord through a particular area of ministry.
20
How should a
church be supported?
By tithes and offerings from those to whom it ministers
20
What is the t
ithe?
One-tenth of one's income which belongs to God and should be given to the church to support its ministries
20
Who wa
s the first person in the Bible to pay tithes, and to whom did he pay them?
Abraham paid tithes to Melchizedek.
20
What are o
fferings?
Something given in worship or devotion to God in addition to the tithe
20
Why do Chr
istians worship on Sunday instead of the Sabbath?
Because Jesus fulfilled the Sabbath, we worship on the day of His resurrection.
20
What are the t
wo ordinances of the Church?
Water baptism and Communion
20
What is s
ymbolized, or pictured, by water baptism?
The death of the old sinful nature and a new life in Christ
20
Who sh
ould be baptized in water?
Every person who believes in Jesus [Christ] as Savior
20
What is the p
roper method of water baptism?
Immersion in water
20
In wh
ose name should Christians be baptized?
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit
20
In c
ommunion, what is symbolized by the bread and the cup?
The bread represents the body of Jesus, and the cup represents His blood which He shed for our sins.
20
QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse f
rom First Corinthians in which Paul explains the purpose of the Lord's Supper.
(NIV) 1 Corinthians 11:26 For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes.
20
At
the communion service, who is to judge who is worthy to partake?
Each person is to examine himself.
20
How did d
eath come into the world?
Death first came as a result of willful sin.
20
What proph
ecy did Isaiah make concerning Jesus' power to heal?
He took our infirmities and carried our sicknesses [diseases].
20
What was th
e purpose of Jesus' miracles?
They showed God the Father's approval of Him.
20
What is a g
reat lesson from the Book of Job?
Not all misfortune which comes to a believer is punishment for sin.
20
What does J
ames instruct us to do if we are sick?
We should ask the elders [ministers] to anoint us with oil and pray for God to heal us.
20
What is the Chr
istian's Blessed Hope?
The return of Jesus [Christ]
20
What is the R
apture?
When Jesus [Christ] returns to take His Church--the saints both dead and living--out of this world
20
Who kn
ows when the Rapture will occur?
Only God the Father
20
Why should th
e coming of Jesus not surprise the Christians?
Because Christians do not live in the darkness
20
What two e
vents will happen in heaven shortly after the Rapture?
The judgment of Christians and the Marriage Supper of the Lamb
20
What is the G
reat Tribulation?
The Great Tribulation is a period of extreme trouble and turmoil before the final judgment.
20
What do we mean when we speak of the A
ntichrist?
The man who will rule the world during the Great Tribulation and will attempt to make all people worship him as God
20
What is the Mi
llennium?
A future period of one thousand years when Jesus [Christ] shall rule over the earth
20
What will happen t
o Satan during the Millennium?
He will be imprisoned in a bottomless pit so that he cannot tempt people.
20
What will happen a
t the conclusion of the Millennium?
Satan will be loosed from the bottomless pit, and Christ [Jesus] will completely conquer him and his followers.
20
What two a
ppointments will all people keep?
Death and judgment
20
What is heav
en?
Heaven is the place of eternal joy which God is preparing for those who love Him and accept Jesus [Christ] as their Savior.
20
What is d
one by everyone who looks for Christ's appearing?
They purify themselves.
20
Who will spend eternity in h
eaven?
Those who accept Christ [Jesus] as Savior and whose names are written in the Lamb's Book of Life
20
N
ame five things that will not be found in heaven.
Tears [crying], death, sorrow [mourning], pain, sin
20
What is the l
ast enemy to be destroyed?
Death
20
What is hell?
A place of everlasting punishment and torment
20
Fo
r whom did God prepare hell?
The devil and his angels
20
Who will spend eternity in th
e lake of fire?
All who refuse Christ [Jesus] as Savior and whose names are not written in the Lamb's Book of Life
20
Where d
id the devil come from?
The devil, or Satan, was an angel created by God whom God had to punish for trying to make himself greater than God.
20
Why is th
e devil not as powerful as God?
The devil was created by God and has been defeated by Jesus' death and resurrection.
20
Why c
an't evil powers control a Christian?
Because the One who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world
20
What sh
ould a Christian's attitude be toward spiritism, astrology, and other occult practices?
Christians should avoid all occult practices because Scripture specifically forbids them.
20
What ha
ppens to a Christian's soul and spirit at death?
The Christian's soul and spirit go immediately to be with the Lord.
20
What st
ory of Jesus indicates that both saints and sinners are conscious after death?
The story of Lazarus and the rich man
20
What c
onfession of faith in eternal life and resurrection did Job make?
Job declared that even though he would die and his body decay he would be resurrected and see God.
20
Who will b
e resurrected?
Both the righteous and the wicked--the righteous to receive eternal life and the wicked to receive eternal punishment
20
Which ch
apter of the Bible is known as the "resurrection chapter"?
1 Corinthians 15
20
In F
irst Corinthians chapter 15, what illustration does Paul use to explain the resurrection of Christians?
The sprouting of a new plant from a seed
20
There
are over how many references in the New Testament to the second coming of Christ?
[Over] 300
20
When w
ill Christians who have died be resurrected?
At the rapture of the Church
20
Jesus said that th
e age or time of His return will be like the days of whom?
Noah and Lot
20
What do we mean when we speak of the "r
evelation" of Christ?
His return to earth to rule and reign for one thousand years following the Great Tribulation
20
What two g
reat events comprise the second coming of Christ?
The Rapture and Christ's revelation
20
Which o
f Jesus' parables tells us that some who claim to be Christians will be unprepared for His return?
The Parable of the Five Wise and Five Foolish Virgins
30
QUOTATION QUESTION. According to Romans chapter eigh
t, what things cannot separate us from God's love?
(NIV) Romans 8:38,39 For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Who
can become God's children?
(NIV) John 1:11,12 He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him. Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. How c
an we determine God's will for our lives?
(NIV) Proverbs 3:5,6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. How i
mportant is church attendance?
(NIV) Hebrews 10:25 Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another--and all the more as you see the Day approaching.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Is
all the Bible inspired?
(NIV) 2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.
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What four n
atural or logical evidences do we have that the Bible is inspired?
Findings of archaeology; its unity; its endurance; its timelessness; its influence on people and nations; its many fulfilled prophecies
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Why sh
ould we study the Bible?
(NIV) 2 Timothy 2:15 Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. What di
d John say was his purpose for writing his Gospel?
(NIV) John 20:31 But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. How p
owerful is God's Word?
(NIV) Hebrews 4:12 For the Word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.
(NIV) Acts 4:12 Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.
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Give f
ive of Jesus' "I am" declarations from the Gospel of John.
[I am the] Bread of Life; [I am the] Resurrection and the Life; [I am the] Light of the World; [I am the] Way, Truth, and Life; [I am the] Door [Gate]; [I am the] True Vine; [I am the] Good Shepherd
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QUOTATION QUESTION. What is the g
reat prophecy in Isaiah chapter nine concerning Jesus' birth?
(NIV) Isaiah 9:6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. What prophecy did J
esus make to Nicodemus concerning His atoning death?
(NIV) John 3:14,15 Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the desert, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, that everyone who believes in him may have eternal life.
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What is m
eant by the fullness of Christ's atonement?
That Jesus' death purchased both forgiveness from sin and freedom from its penalty
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse of Second Corinthians which s
peaks of all three members of the Trinity.
(NIV) 2 Corinthians 13:14 May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse of M
atthew's Gospel which tells of Jesus' supernatural birth.
(NIV) Matthew 1:23 The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel--which means, "God with us."
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QUOTATION QUESTION. When
Thomas asked about the way to heaven, what did Jesus say?
(NIV) John 14:6 ...I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. What sa
ying of Jesus to Martha tells us that Jesus has power over death?
(NIV) John 11:25 ...I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies.
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What does the Bible t
ell us about the life of Jesus between the time He was 12 and 30?
He obeyed His parents, grew mentally and physically, and gained favor with both God and people.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. In
the Sermon on the Mount, what did Jesus say was His relationship to the Law and the Prophets?
(NIV) Matthew 5:17 Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them.
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What three pe
rsons did Jesus raise from the dead?
Jairus' daughter, a widow's son, Lazarus
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What three pr
ophecies did Zechariah make about Jesus' betrayal?
The betrayer would be paid thirty pieces of silver. The money would be thrown down in the temple. The money would be used to buy the potter's field.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Why d
id God send His Son into the world?
(NIV) John 3:16,17 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.
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What four things d
oes God ask us to do in order to receive His salvation?
Confess and repent of our sins; ask God to save us; believe Jesus [Christ] was raised from the dead; confess Jesus [Christ] as Savior and Lord
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J
esus' parables in Luke chapter 15 deal with what three lost things?
A lost sheep, a lost coin, a lost son
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Whe
n the prodigal son told his father he was only worthy to be a servant, what did the father do?
Put the best robe on him; put a ring on his finger; put shoes on his feet; gave him a banquet
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In
the Parable of the Sower, to what four kinds of people did Jesus compare the soils?
Those who allow Satan to steal the Word; those who deny Christ [Jesus] when persecuted; those who allow worldly things to dominate their lives; those who receive the gospel and share it with others
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the i
nvitation of Jesus contained in Revelation chapter three.
(NIV) Revelation 3:20 Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him, and he with me.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. According to Romans chapter te
n, what should we do to be saved?
(NIV) Romans 10:9 That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
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What are s
ome evidences that a person is truly a Christian?
Love for other Christians; witness [testimony] of the Spirit; bearing spiritual fruit
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Is
it possible to stop being a Christian?
Yes, we must continue in faith and God's grace to remain God's children.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. What de
finition of faith is found in Hebrews 11:1?
(NIV) Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. According to Ph
ilippians chapter one, what assurance do we have that God is able to keep us?
(NIV) Philippians 1:6 Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. How should a Christian d
o all things?
(NIV) Colossians 3:17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. How should a Christian t
reat those who mistreat him?
(NIV) Matthew 5:44 ...Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. According to E
phesians chapter four, how should we treat others?
(NIV) Ephesians 4:32 Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
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What are fo
ur things we should do in order to be more like Jesus?
Learn the Word; pray each day; attend church services; follow the Spirit's leading.
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What is P
aul's threefold advice concerning anger?
Don't use anger as an excuse to sin; don't hold grudges; don't listen to the devil.
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Give s
even of the characteristics of true Christian love.
Patient; kind; not jealous; not demanding of its own way; does not hold grudges; isn't glad about injustice; rejoices in truth; enduring
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QUOTATION QUESTION. D
o all things that happen to a Christian have a purpose?
(NIV) Romans 8:28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. What should be our g
reatest goal in life?
(NIV) Matthew 6:33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
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What does the Bible s
ay to do when others pressure us to disobey God?
Do not follow others to do what is wrong. Obey God rather than people.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the L
ord's Prayer.
(NIV) Matthew 6:9-13 ...Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptat
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QUOTATION QUESTION. From th
e first Psalm, quote the definition of the blessed man.
(NIV) Psalm 1:1 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse i
n Psalms which tells us why believers do not need to fear death.
(NIV) Psalm 23:4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Why c
an we not trust our own judgment in choosing the right way to live?
(NIV) Proverbs 14:12 There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. What is the Chr
istian's first responsibility in witnessing to the lost?
(NIV) Matthew 5:16 ...Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. What a
re the two verses in Matthew chapter six which tell us where we should store up treasures and why?
(NIV) Matthew 6:20,21 But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. According to Romans tw
elve verse one, what does God desire from each Christian?
(NIV) Romans 12:1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God--this is your spiritual act of worship.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse of Philippians that tells us what t
o do instead of worrying.
(NIV) Philippians 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse of Philippians that tells us what w
e should think about.
(NIV) Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things.
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Why
should we not drink alcoholic beverages?
Wine is a mocker and beer is a brawler. Whoever is led astray by them is not wise.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. What should be our p
rayer about our speech and thoughts?
(NIV) Psalm 19:14 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.
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How c
an Christians live victoriously over sin?
By yielding to God, claiming identification with the death and resurrection of Jesus, and allowing the Spirit to lead us
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QUOTATION QUESTION. How d
o we know we can resist temptation?
(NIV) 1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. What does
an Old Testament proverb say about hiding our sins?
(NIV) Proverbs 28:13 He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. According to th
e First Epistle of John, what should Christians do if they sin?
(NIV) 1 John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. What v
erse in Psalms gives us guidance about TV and computer programs, movies, and other media?
(NIV) Psalm 101:3 I will set before my eyes no vile thing...
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What three s
upernatural things happened on the Day of Pentecost?
The sound of a mighty rushing wind was heard. Divided tongues of fire appeared. Disciples spoke in languages they had never learned.
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What w
as Jesus' last command to His apostles before His ascension?
Jesus told them not to leave Jerusalem until they had received the fullness of the Holy Spirit.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. T
o whom is the promise of the baptism in the Holy Spirit given?
(NIV) Acts 2:39 The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off--for all whom the Lord our God will call.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the w
ords of Jesus which tell the purpose of the baptism in the Holy Spirit [Ghost].
(NIV) Acts 1:8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. As
listed in Galatians, what is the fruit of the Spirit?
(NIV) Galatians 5:22,23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
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R
omans chapter twelve lists what seven gifts of the Spirit?
(NIV) Message of wisdom, message of knowledge, faith, gifts of healing, miraculous powers, prophecy, distinguishing between spirits, tongues, interpretation of tongues
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Who sh
ould become members of a local church?
Those who: have accepted Christ as Savior; have been baptized in water; agree with the church's teachings; pledge to support the church with tithe, talents, and attendance; and are willing to abide by the church's discipline.
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What three f
igures of speech do Bible writers use to describe the Church?
A body, a building, a bride
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Fo
llowing the Day of Pentecost, in what four things did the believers continue steadfastly?
Apostle's doctrine, fellowship, breaking of bread, prayer
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How d
oes a church grow?
When individual members of a church contribute their God-given gifts, then the church will be healthy and grow in love.
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What does i
t mean to be a good steward?
Being a good steward is recognizing that all we have and all we are has been given to us by God and is to be used wisely in furthering the work of God.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. From M
atthew, quote the Great Commission.
(NIV) Matthew 28:19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
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E
phesians chapter four mentions what five ministry gifts?
ourteen contains what two great rules for worship in the church?
Everything should be done for the spiritual growth [strengthening] of the congregation. Everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse of Second Corinthians which t
ells us how to give.
(NIV) 2 Corinthians 9:7 Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
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What four things sh
ould we do when we participate in the communion service?
Remember Jesus' death; look forward to His return; examine our relationship with God; enjoy fellowship with Jesus and our fellow Christians
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QUOTATION QUESTION. What prophecy did I
saiah make concerning Jesus' atoning death?
(NIV) Isaiah 53:5 But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. What g
reat promise did Jesus make to His disciples concerning His return?
(NIV) John 14:3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.
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QUOTATION QUESTION. At
Jesus' ascension, what prophecy was made concerning His return?
(NIV) Acts 1:11 ...This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven.
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What are fi
ve different signs of Jesus' soon return?
Increase in knowledge; increase in evil; wars and rumors of war; return of Jews to Israel; false prophets and messiahs; earthquakes; famine and pestilence
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the t
wo verses of First Thessalonians in which Paul describes the rapture of the Church.
(NIV) 1 Thessalonians 4:16,17 For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left
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QUOTATION QUESTION. Quote the verse of F
irst Corinthians chapter fifteen in which Paul describes what will happen when Jesus returns.
(NIV) 1 Corinthians 15:52 In a flash, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed.
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Wi
ll all people be judged?
Yes, Christians will be judged by Christ [God] to determine who deserves rewards, while those who refused Christ as Savior will be judged unworthy of eternal life.
Which of the Ten Commandments deal with our relationship with G
od?
(NIV) You shall have no other gods before me. You shall not make for yourself an idol. You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God. Remember the Sabbath day.
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Which of the Ten Commandments deal with our relationship with o
thers?
(NIV) Honor your father and your mother. You shall not murder. You shall not commit adultery. You shall not steal. You shall not give false testimony. You shall not covet.
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Who were the twelve a
postles of Jesus?
Simon Peter, Andrew, James son of Zebedee, John, Philip, Bartholomew, Thomas, Matthew, James son of Alpheus, Thaddeus, Simon the Zealot [Canaanite], Judas Iscariot
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Fr
om Proverbs chapter six, list five things which God hates.
Proud look; lying tongue; hands which shed innocent blood; heart filled with wicked thoughts; feet that run to mischief; false witness; one who causes troubles among friends
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