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Bible 102

The New Testament

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Alexander the Great was from what region? Macedonia
Which ruler defiled the Jewish temple by worshipping Zeus and sacrificing pigs on the altar? Antiochus IV
Which group lived just north of Jerusalem and built its own temple on Mount Gerizim? Samaritans
The Hellenistic Period brought the influence of what culture? Greek
What is the name for the Greek translation of the Old Testament? Septuagint
What is the name of the Jewish leader that led a revolt in the 2nd Century BC? Judas Maccabeus
Which religious group supported Greek culture and rejected the resurrection? Sadducees
What group criticized Hellenism and emphasized Jewish law? Pharisees
What two characteristics did the Jewish people try to protect? Purity and Nationalism
Scholars view the gospels as what type of literature? Biographies
Which book is NOT a Synoptic Gospel? John
Which Synoptic Gospel lacks a birth narrative? Mark
Which Gospel emphasizes fulfilled Old Testament prophecy? Matthew
From what city did Mark write his Gospel? Rome
What was Matthew’s profession before following Jesus? Tax Collector
From whom did Mark likely obtain his Gospel material? Peter
The primary audience of Luke’s Gospel is? Gentiles
What was Luke’s profession? Doctor
Where did Jesus make his first public appearance? Jordan River
Write Matthew 16:24–25 (NLT) If you want to save your life you must give it up and follow Jesus
John is more concerned about chronology than theology. False
I am the way the truth and the life John 14
I am the bread of life John 6
I am the light of the world John 8
I am the resurrection and the life John 11
I am the vine John 15
I am the gate for the sheep John 10
I am the good shepherd John 10
The opening words of John recall which OT book? Genesis
Jesus’ baptism appears in all four Gospels. True
John focuses much of his Gospel on Jesus’ final week. True
Two key theological themes in John Divinity of Jesus and Eternal Life
Jesus turns water into wine John
Magi from the East Matthew
Parable of the Prodigal Son Luke
Peter walks on water Matthew
Triumphal Entry All four Gospels
Woman at the well John
Parable of the Good Samaritan Luke
Where is John’s purpose statement found? John 20:30–31
Who authored the book of Acts? Luke
To whom was Acts addressed? Theophilus
Order of Gospel expansion Jerusalem Judea Samaria Ends of the Earth
How many days after Passover was Pentecost? 50
Tongues in Acts 2 were an unknown spiritual language. False
What two things did Peter instruct the crowd to do? Repent and be baptized
What was the sin of Ananias and Sapphira? Deception
Who led the mob that killed Stephen? Saul
What moved the Gospel out of Jerusalem? Persecution
How many missionary journeys did Paul take? 3
Jesus ascends Acts 1
Holy Spirit comes Acts 2
Stephen is martyred Acts 7
Philip and the Ethiopian Acts 8
Saul’s conversion Acts 9
Peter’s vision Acts 10
Jerusalem Council Acts 15
Romans 12:1–2 theme Living sacrifice
Paul’s letters were longer than typical personal letters. True
Why did Paul sign letters with his own hand? To confirm authority
Which letter is considered Paul’s first? Galatians
Focus of teaching on the Second Coming Be ready
Term for being caught up in the air The Rapture
Cultural influence on Corinth Greece
Which issue was not addressed in 1 Corinthians? Lack of Generosity
Gentile Christians stayed in Rome after Claudius expelled Jews. True
Term for being made righteous through faith Justification
Romans 1–4 focus Reveals God’s righteousness
Romans 5–8 focus Creates a new humanity
Romans 9–11 focus Fulfills God’s purpose for Israel
Romans 12–16 focus Unifies the church
Where does Paul connect baptism with Jesus’ death and resurrection? Romans 6
Which letters are Paul’s Pastoral Epistles? 1 Timothy and Titus
Word meaning right practice Orthopraxy
Name of the slave in Philemon Onesimus
Which letter was written to a church Paul did not plant? Colossians
Church as the Body of Christ Ephesians
Supremacy of Christ Colossians
Kenosis of Christ Philippians
Two-word phrase linking the Pastoral Epistles Trustworthy Saying
Ephesians may be a circular letter. True
Which letter mentions joy the most? Philippians
2 Corinthians 5:17–18 theme New creation and reconciliation
What book did the class spend the majority of time on during Week 7? Hebrews
Which book was covered briefly at the end of Week 7? James
Which book of the New Testament is considered theologically rich and difficult by many readers? Hebrews
Why is the Book of Hebrews often challenging for readers? It is dense with theology
Which Old Testament themes are heavily referenced in Hebrews? Priesthood and sacrifice
What is a major emphasis of the Book of Hebrews regarding faith? Perseverance
What danger faced by early believers is addressed in Hebrews? Turning back under pressure
What is the primary encouragement given to believers in Hebrews? Remain faithful to Christ
What Old Testament concept helps explain Jesus’ role in Hebrews? High priest
What overall message does Hebrews give to suffering believers? Christ is superior and worth holding onto
What island was John exiled to when he wrote the Book of Revelation? Patmos
Why was John exiled to Patmos? Because of the word of God and his testimony to Jesus
Between what years do most scholars believe the Book of Revelation was written? Approximately AD 81–96
What is the primary purpose of the Book of Revelation? To give hope
To whom was the Book of Revelation originally written? The persecuted church
What key principle affects how Revelation is interpreted? Assumptions determine conclusions
What are the four main interpretive views of Revelation? Preterist, Futurist, Idealist, Historicist
Which interpretive view sees Revelation as fulfilled mainly in the first century? Preterist
What three roles of Jesus are emphasized in Revelation? High Priest, Sacrificed Lamb, Conquering King
What is the central message of Revelation regarding Jesus? Jesus wins
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