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20pt The Bible 1
Questions About the Bible
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| (289)How did God give us the Bible? | The Holy Spirit inspired holy men, giving them both the truth and the words to write |
| (290)What do we mean when we say the Bible is infallible? | The Bible cannot fail and has no errors |
| (291)What do we mean when we say the Bible is verbally inspired? | God inspired each word of the Bible, not just the thoughts or ideas |
| (292)What do we mean when we say the Bible is our authoritative rule of faith and conduct? | The Bible has the right to command us in what we believe and what we do |
| (295)Does the Bible claim to be inspired? | Yes. The words, "and God said", or their equivalent, are found over 2,500 times in the Bible |
| (296)What chapter of the Bible is known as the "love chapter"? | 1 Corinthians 13 |
| (300)What is a parable? | A parable is a story about familiar things which helps us understand spiritual truths |
| (301)What are the four major divisions of the Old Testament? | History, Law, Poetry, Prophets |
| (303)What is the main theme of the Book of Hebrews? | That Jesus is a better priest(mediator) between God and people than were the Old Testament priests |
| (304)Which Gospel proves that Jesus is the Messiah by showing the fulfillment of many Old Testament prophecies? | Matthew |
| (305)Which two Old Testament books tell the history of the Jews after their return from captivity in Babylon? | Ezra and Nehemiah |
| (312)What does the Bible declare is the beginning of wisdom? | Fear of (respect for) God |
| (327)How did Jesus overcome the temptation of Satan? | By using the Word of God |
| (335)In the Parable of the Good Shepherd, what did Jesus say the Good Shepherd would do for the sheep? | Give His life |
| (347)What is meant by "original sin"? | Because Adam and Eve chose to sin, all people are born in sin and have the tendency to sin |
| (348)What were the duties of the Old Testament priest? | To intercede with god for the people and offer sacrifices to atone for their sins |
| (349)First John 3:4 contains what definition of sin? | Sin is disobedience to God's commands |
| (350)James 4:17 contains what definition of sin? | Knowing to do good but not doing it is sin |
| (361)In Jesus' story of the Pharisee and tax collector, what was the tax collector's prayer? | God , have mercy on me a sinner |
| (362)What did the 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 |
| (370)According to Hebrews 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. |
| (381)Why were the Christians at Berea called noble? | Because they received the Word willingly and studied the Scriptures(Bible) every day. |
| (383)According to Ecclesiastes 12:1, when should we begin to seek God? | In the days of our youth |
| (392)What does Romans 8:26 say is the main weakness of our prayers? | We don't know what to pray for as we should |
| (393)Why should a Christian not marry a person who is not a Christian? | Because God's Word says we should not be (unequally) yoked with an unbeliever |
| (395)According to 1(first) John, what are the three common temptations? | Boasting about oneself, cravings of sinful man, lust of the eyes, |
| (405)What did Paul tell the Ephesians was the down payment of heaven? | The Holy Spirit of promise |
| (417)What three things does Paul say make up God's kingdom? | Righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit |
| (444)What is the great lesson from the Book of Job? | Not all misfortune which comes to a believer is a punishment for sin |
| (445)What does James 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 |
| (470)What story of Jesus indicates that both saints and sinners are conscious after death? | The story of Lazarus and the rich man |
| (471)What confession of faith in eternal life and resurrection did Job make? | Job declared that even though he would die and his body would decay, he would be resurrected and see God |
| (473)Which chapter of the Bible is known as the "resurrection chapter"? | 1 Corinthians 15 |
| (474)In First Corinthians chapter 15, what illustration does Paul use to explain the resurrection of Christians? | The sprouting of a new plant from a seed |
| (480)Which of Jesus' parable 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 |