All Questions
Quote I Corinthians 2:2.
"For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified."
Quote Isaiah 66:1a, the section that refers to the Earth as a footstool.
"Heaven is My throne, and earth is My footstool."
Why was Matthias chosen to take the place of Judas?
"Scripture had to be fulfilled."(Acts 1:16)
What topic did General Overseer Lee assign Reverend Cross to preach at the first Assembly Youth Service?
"Should Young People Be Sober-Minded?"
Quote Isaiah 53:4.
"Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows;yet we esteemed Him stricken,smitten by God,and afflicted."
What are the final words of Jesus recorded in the New Testament?
"Surely I come quickly."
Psalms 119:11, quote the verse.
"Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You."
Psalms 119:105, quote the verse.
"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."
In what year did Mara Bar-Serapion,a First Century Syrian,write a letter to his son referencing 'The Jews who killed their King'?
73 AD
How old was Abraham when he was circumcised?
99
Who was the first person to come upon the injured man in the parable of the Good Samaritan?
A Priest
How does God relate to time?
God is eternal, that means He has no beginning or ending, (entire answer is required)
Why is it impossible for God to change?
God is perfect in the most absolute sense
The name 'Emmanuel' is interpreted as.
God is with us.(Matthew 1:23)
To what land did Moses flee after killing the Egyptian soldier?
Midian. (Exodus 2:15)
How many times is the phrase,"and God said,"or its equivalent used in the Old Testament?
More than 2600 times.
How long did Margaret Gaines serve as a Church of God missionary?
More than fifty years.
As the Christ, Jesus holds three offices.What are they?
Prophet,Priest,and King.(Luke 22:42;13:33;Matthew 2:2)
Several words occur only once in the Bible, where is the word 'reverend' found?
Psalm 111:9
What two chapters in the Old Testament nearly mirror each other?
Psalm 14 and Psalm 53
While hanging on the cross,what Old Testament scripture did Jesus quote?
Psalm 31:5
Satan quoted what Old Testament scripture to Jesus in the wilderness?
Psalm 91:12,13 as quoted in Matthew 4:6.(entire answer is required)
What kind of bird brought Elijah food while he hid in the Kerith Ravine east of Jordan?
Ravens. (1 Kings 17:4)
In what three ways does God reveal His perfection?
Truth, Love, and, Holiness.
Margaret Gaines' first missionary service was in what country?
Tunisia.
What was the first miracle of Jesus recorded in scripture?
Turning the water into wine
What was the first recorded miracle of Jesus?
Turning the water into wine at the marriage of Cana of Galilee.
How many apostles did Jesus call?
Twelve
Following Jesus' resurrection from the dead, He appeared how many times to his disciples and followers?
Twelve times.
How old was Jesus when He first taught in the temple?
Twelve years old.(Luke 2:42-47)
How many minor prophets are there?
Twelve.
How many baskets of food were left over after Jesus fed more than 5,000 people with two fish and five loaves of bread?
Twelve. (Matthew 14:20)
How many times does Jesus mention the church (ekklesia) in scripture?
Twice
How many of each (unclean) animal did Noah gather into the ark?
Two
John 14:6,Christ is described as ____.
"The way, the truth, and the life."
John 14:6,Jesus said,"l am ___"
"The way,the truth,and the life."
How many years were the Israelites in bondage in Egypt?
430
How often is the Holy Spirit mentioned in the Book of Acts?
55 times
How many times is the word ELOHIM used in the Old Testament?
Over 2500 times
According to 1 Peter 1:20 Jesus was ______ before the world began.
Predestined
In Luke 2:10-11 Jesus'birth was ____.
Proclaimed by an Angel.
With what attitude did Abraham approach the place where he was to sacrifice his son?
"... The lad and I will go yonder and worship, and we will come back to you."
In the Treatise of Eusebius false claims were made about Peter and Paul. He said they were _________.
"...liars and devoid of education and wizards."
After leaving the Feast of the Passover in Jerusalem, how long was it before Joseph and Mary discovered Jesus was missing?
"A day's journey."(Luke 2:44)
What name is used to describe Heaven in Hebrews 11:16?
"A heavenly country."
What is meant by"verbal inspiration"as defined by Paul in II Timothy 3:16?
"All Scripture is given by inspiration of God,and is profitable for doctrine,for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness,"(I Timothy 3:16)
Quote the scripture which indicates that Jesus is omnipotent.
"All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth." (Matthew 28:18)
Name the five ministry gifts in Ephesians 4:11.
"And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers."
Quote Matthew 19:4,5.
"And He answered and said to them,"Have you not read that He who made them at the beginning 'made them male and female,' and said,'For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife,and the two shall become one flesh'?"
According to Colossians 1:17, what does the Bible say about God's omnipresence?
"And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist."
John the Baptist's statement recorded in John 1:34 which attests to Christ's Deity.
"And I have seen and testified that this is the Son of God."
Clement is known to have been a leading member of the church in Rome in the late first century.Quote Philippians 4:3,which identifies him as both a believer and a worker in the church.
"And I urge you also,true companion,help these women who labored with me in the gospel,with Clement also,and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the Book of Life." (Philippians 4:3)
What words of Jesus express the Trinity?
"And I will pray the Father, and He will give you another Helper."
Quote the verse that proves Jesus is all-Powerful.
"And Jesus came and spoke to them,saying,"All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth."(Matthew 28:18)
In Luke 23:38,what was the title placed on the cross of Jesus?
"And an inscription also was written over Him in letters of Greek,Latin,and Hebrew: THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS." (Luke 23:38)
The last statement of the Old Testament is Malachi 4:6, quote the verse.
"And he will turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers, lest I come and strike the earth with a curse."(Malachi 4:6)
What was the statement regarding The Resurrection made by Paul in I Corinthians 15:17?
"And if Christ is not risen, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins!" (l Corinthians 15:17 NKJV)
Quote Philippians 4:19
"And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus."
What is known about Christ's childhood?
"And the Child grew and became strong in spirit, filled with wisdom;and the grace of God was upon Him."(Luke 2:40 NKJV)
Quote Isaiah's statement explaining the necessity of Christ's death.
"And the Lord has laid on Him the iniquity of us all."(lsaiah 53:6 NKJV)
John 1:14, quote the verse.
"And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us,and we beheld His Glory,the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,full of grace and truth."
How was the conception of Jesus different from that of other babies?
"And the angel answered and said to her,'The Holy Spirit will come upon you,and the power of the Highest will overshadow you;therefore,also, that Holy One who is to be born will be called the Son of God."(Luke 1:35)
When Solomon's Temple was being built, why wasn't a hammer or chisel or any iron tool heard during its construction?
"And the temple... was built with stone finished at the quarry."(I Kings 6 : 7)
John the Apostle's statement which attests to Christ's deity.
"And we beheld His glory,the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth."(John 1:14)
Quote Romans 8:28.
"And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God,to those who are the called according to His purpose."
Julian who had struggled to end the power of Christians in the Roman Empire,made what statement about Jesus as his last words?
"As he bled,the dying emperor groaned,'You have conquered,O Galilean.'"
Where is Christ today?
"At the right hand of the throne of God." (Hebrews 12:2 NKJV)
What is the Greek word for baptism?
"Baptizo"
According to the Book of Revelation, what needs to be done to receive the crown of life?
"Be faithful until death."(Revelation 2:10)
Quote the scriptural basis for holiness.
"Because it is written,"Be holy, for I am holy."(I Peter 1:16)
Quote Suetonius' reason Christians were expelled from Rome.
"Because the Jews at Rome caused constant disturbances at the instigation of Chrestus (Christ), he(Claudius)expelled them from the city (Rome)."(entire answer is required, including those in parentheses)
In Luke 24:39, the great Doctor writes what profound statement?
"Behold My hands and My feet, that it is I Myself. Handle Me and see,for a spirit does not have flesh and bones as you see I have."
In Luke 4:2 the great Doctor writes what profound statement?
"Being tempted for forty days by the devil.And in those days He ate nothing,and afterward, when they had ended, He was hungry."
Jesus,in the Sermon on the Mount, taught His disciples what we now know as "THE BEATITUDES." Quote Matthew 5:5.
"Blessed are the meek,for they shall inherit the earth."
Jesus,in the Sermon on the Mount, taught His disciples what we now know as "THE BEATITUDES," speaking of those who were merciful. Quote the verse.
"Blessed are the merciful,for they shall obtain mercy."(Matthew 5:7)
Quote Matthew 5:9.
"Blessed are the peacemakers,for they shall be called sons of God."
Jesus,in the Sermon on the Mount,taught His disciples what we now know as"THE BEATITUDES." Quote Matthew 5:3.
"Blessed are the poor in spirit,for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."
Jesus,in the Sermon on the Mount, taught His disciples what we now know as"THE BEATITUDES," promising what miracle to those with a pure heart?
"Blessed are the pure in heart,for they shall see God."(Matthew 5:8)
Jesus,in the Sermon on the Mount,taught that the persecuted would obtain the kingdom of heaven. Quote Matthew 5:10.
"Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake,for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."
Jesus,in the Sermon on the Mount, taught His disciples what we now know as "THE BEATITUDES." Quote Matthew 5:6.
"Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,for they shall be filled."
Jesus,in the Sermon on the Mount, taught His disciples what we now know as "THE BEATITUDES." Quote Matthew 5:4.
"Blessed are those who mourn,for they shall be comforted."
Quote I Peter 1:3
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead."
Quote Romans 5:8.
"But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us."
In Luke 18:27 the great Doctor writes what profound statement?
"But He said,"The things which are impossible with men are possible with God."
Quote Isaiah 53:5.
"But He was wounded for our transgressions,He was bruised for our iniquities, the chastisement for our peace was upon Him,and by His stripes we are healed."
The Bible teaches many things about eternal life, quote the verse that reveals it is received by faith.
"But as many as received Him,to them He gave the right to become children of God,to those who believe in His name." (John 1:12)
Quote I John 1:7
"But if we walk in the light as He is in the light,we have fellowship with one another,and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin."
Jesus came to taste death for everyone. Quote the verse that makes this bold statement.
"But we see Jesus,who was made a little lower than the angels, for the suffering of death crowned with glory and honor, that He, by the grace of God, might taste death for everyone." Hebrews 2:9)
According to Hebrews 11:6, what is necessary for a person to please God?
"But without faith it is impossible to please Him."(Hebrews 11:6 NKJV)
Jesus came to fulfill the Law and the Prophets. Quote the verse that makes this bold statement.
"Do not think that I came to destroy the Law or the Prophets.I did not come to destroy but to fulfill."(Matthew 5:17)
Jesus came to bring division.Quote the verse that makes this bold statement.
"Do you suppose that I came to give peace on earth?I tell you,not at all, but rather division." (Luke 12:51)
Quote the powerful statement made by Corrie Ten Boom about the Christian walk of faith?
"Don't pray when you feel like it. Have an appointment with the Lord And keep it. A man is powerful on his knees."
Secular historian Phlegon mentions the eclipse during the crucifixion of Jesus.Quote his statement.
"During the time of Tiberius Caesar an eclipse of the sun occurred during the full moon."
The Proconsul urged Polycarp to deny Christ to secure his freedom.What was his response?
"Eighty and six years have I served Him,and He never once wronged me;how then shall I blaspheme my King, Who hath saved me?" (Foxes Little Book of Martyrs.)
Psalms 100:4 and 5, quote the verses.
"Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name. For the Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting, and His truth endures to all generations."
King David valued the testing of his faith so completely he asked the Lord for testing. Quote his request.
"Examine me, O Lord, and prove me ; Try my mind and my heart."
Quote the powerful statement made by Martin Luther King, Jr. about the Christian walk of faith?
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase." (thekingcenter. org)
In all of Jesus' recorded prayers, He addressed God in what way?
"Father"
In the end,while hanging on the cross,Jesus cried out what words?
"Father, into Your hands I commit My spirit." (Luke 23:46)
What was the topic of the message preached at the first Assembly Youth Service?
"Foolishness and Frivolity of Youth."
Jesus came to save. Quote the verse that makes this bold statement.
"For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world,but that the world through Him might be saved."(John 3:17)
Quote the verse that proves Jesus is All-Knowing.
"For I am God,and there is no other;l am God,and there is none like Me,declaring the end from the beginning." (Isaiah 46:9,10 NKJV)
Jesus came to do the will of the Father.Quote the verse that makes this bold statement.
"For I have come down from heaven,not to do My own will,but the will of Him who sent Me."(John 6:38)
Jesus came to give the Father's words.Quote the verse that makes this bold statement.
"For I have given to them the words which You have given Me;and they have received them,and have known surely that I came forth from You; and they have believed that You sent Me."(John 17:8)
Quote Romans 3:23
"For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God."
According to I Corinthians 15:22, what does The Resurrection mean to the Christian?
"For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ all shall be made alive." (Corinthians 15 22 NKJV)
What is the relationship between Christ and the Earth according to Colossians 1:16?
"For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible,whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him."
Quote the verse that proves Jesus is the Creator of Everything.
"For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth,visible and invisible,whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers.All things were created through Him and for Him." (Colossians 1:16)
Jesus came to set us free from the Law. Quote the verse that makes this bold statement.
"For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made me free from the law of sin and death."(Romans 8:2)
John 1:17, quote the verse.
"For the law was given through Moses,but grace and truth came through Jesus Christ."
Quote Romans 6:23.
"For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord."
Quote Hebrews 4:12.
"For the word of God ls living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and ls a discerner of the thoughts and Intents of the heart."
Jesus came to testify to the truth. Quote the verse that makes this bold statement.
"For this cause I was born,and for this cause I have come into the world,that I should bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth hears My voice." (John 18:37)
Quote Matthew 18:20.
"For where two or three are gathered together in my name, I am there in the midst of them."
Who did Jesus say were His brothers, sisters, and mother?
"For whoever does the will of My Father in heaven is My brother and sister and mother."
Psalms 119:89, quote the verse
"Forever, O Lord,Your word is settled in heaven."(Psalms 119:89 NKJV)
What was the psalmist's declaration regarding God?
"From everlasting to everlasting, You are God."(Psalms 90:2 NKJV)
What was Jesus' final command to His disciples before ascending to Heaven?
"Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." (Matthew 28:19)
When talking with the (Samaritan) woman at the well, what did Jesus reveal to her about God?
"God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth."(John 4:24)
What is the joyful exclamation of Lamentations?
"Great is Your faithfulness." (Lamentations 3:23 NKJV)
Quote Acts 1:3, which attests to the actions of Jesus after His resurrection.
"He also presented Himself alive after His suffering by many infallible proofs." (Acts 1:3 NKJV)
How does Christ sustain the earth?
"He has appointed heir of all things,through whom also He made the worlds;who being the brightness of His glory and the express image of His person, and upholding all things by the word of His power, when He had by Himself purged our sins,sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high." (Hebrews 1:2,3 NKJV)
What position should Jesus Christ have in the life of the believer?
"He is Lord of all." (Acts 10:36)
The reason Jesus rode a donkey into Jerusalem was to fulfill what prophecy found in Zechariah?
"He is just and having salvation, lowly and riding on a donkey, A colt,the foal of a donkey."
Quote the powerful statement made by Jim Elliot about the christian walk of faith?
"He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep, to gain what he cannot lose."
How did Paul describe Jesus in Colossians 1:15?
"He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation."
Quote Paul the Apostle's statement recorded in Colossians 1:15 which attests to Christ's deity.
"He is the image of the invisible God,the firstborn over all creation."
In what way was the character of King Herod's reign described by his enemies?
"He stole to the throne like a fox,ruled like a tiger,and died like a dog."
According to Hebrews 11:6, what is necessary for a person to come to God?
"He who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him."(Hebrews 11:6 NKJV)
The Bible teaches many things about eternal life, quote the verse that reveals eternal life as a continuing possession.
"He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life."
What authority did Jesus give to the words of the disciples in Luke 10:16?
"He who hears you hears Me,he who rejects you rejects Me,and he who rejects Me rejects Him who sent Me."
Why was Jesus born, according to Matthew 1:21?
"He will save His people from their sins."(Matthew 1:21 NKJV)
Quote Deuteronomy 6:4.
"Hear, O Israel : The Lord our God, the Lord is one!"
What does the Bible say about itself in Matthew 24:35?
"Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will by no means pass away." (Matthew 24:35 NKJV)
The first miracle prepared Jesus' disciples for the great work they were to do. What was the result of this experience?
"His disciples believed in Him."(John 2:11)
What divine attribute is given Christ in Luke 1:35?
"Holy One"
Through whom did God communicate His Word?
"Holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Spirit."
How did God refer to Himself in Exodus 3:14?
"I AM WHO I AM."
Quote Einstein's powerful statement about Jesus.
"I am a Jew, but l am enthralled by the luminous figure of the Nazarene.... No one can read the Gospels without feeling the actual presence of Jesus."
Quote H.G.Wells powerful statement about Jesus.
"I am a historian,I am not a believer,but I must confess as a historian that this penniless preacher from Nazareth is irrevocably the very center of history."
What does Isaiah 44 : 24 tell us about God's power?
"I am the Lord, Who makes all things, Who stretches out the heavens all alone, Who spreads abroad the earth by Myself."
What did Jesus declare to Martha about His authority to raise the dead?
"I am the resurrection and the life.He who believes in Me,though he may die,he shall live."(John 11:25 NKJV)
Quote Matthew's writing which indicates that Jesus was and is omnipresent.
"I am with you always,even to the end of the age."(Matthew 28:20)
What were the last words Jesus spoke before ascending to Heaven?
"I am with you always,even to the end of the age."(Matthew 28:20)
The witnesses to Christ's deity are documented in scripture,quote Martha's statement to Jesus.
"I believe that You are the Christ,the Son of God."(John 11:27)
How does Paul say we should present our bodies to God?
"I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service." (Romans 12:1)
Quote Romans 12:1.
"I beseech you therefore,brethren,by the mercies of God,that you present your bodies a living sacrifice,holy,acceptable to God,which is your reasonable service."
Jesus came to give life.Quote the verse that makes this bold statement.
"I have come that they may have life,and that they may have it more abundantly." (John 10:10)
Quote Augustine's powerful statement about Jesus.
"I have read in Plato and Cicero sayings that are very wise and very beautiful;but I never read in either of them:"Come unto me all ye that labour and are heavy laden."(So?You're a Christian,Who Knew?;R.Luke Thompson)
Quote Napoleon's powerful statement about Jesus.
"I know men and I tell you that Jesus Christ is no mere man. Between Him and every other person in the world there is no possible term of comparison. Alexander, Caesar, Charlemagne, and I have founded empires. But on what did we rest the creation of our genius? Upon force. Jesus Christ founded His empire upon love and at this hour millions of men would die for Him."
Jesus came to preach the kingdom of God. Quote the verse that makes this bold statement.
"I must preach the kingdom of God to the other cities also,because for this purpose I have been sent."(Luke 4:43)
Quote Philippians 3:14.
"I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus."
Quote the powerful statement made by Hudson Taylor about the christian walk of faith?
"I used to ask God to help me. Then I asked if I might help Him I ended up by asking God to do His work through me."(The Australian Evangel August, 1943)
How did Charles W.Conn explain the aftermath of Tomlinson's experience of being filled with the Holy Ghost?
"If A.J.Tomlinson's work for God was energetic before he received the Holy Ghost,it was prodigious afterward; if his effectiveness was good before,it was miraculous afterward." (Conn,Like a Mighty Army)
The earliest Jewish arguments against Christianity admit an empty tomb. These are significant because the Jewish leaders were opposed to Christianity. What does Dr.Paul Maier say about these hostile type sources?
"If a source admits a fact that is decidedly not in its favor,the fact is genuine."
In Scripture, the word 'doctrine' was defined by Paul as what to young Timothy?
"If anyone teaches otherwise and does not consent to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which accords with godliness."
Julian who had struggled to end the power of Christians in the Roman Empire,even stating what about Christian teachers?
"If they want to learn literature,they have Luke and Mark:Let them go back to their churches and expound on them."
Quote I John 1:9
"If we confess our sins,He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."
How do we prove our love to God?
"If you love Me, keep My commandments."(John 14:15)
The Bible teaches many things about eternal life,quote the verse that reveals eternal life is promised.
"In hope of eternal life which God,who cannot lie, promised before time began." (Titus 1:2)
Quote Genesis 1:1
"In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth."(Genesis 1:1 NKJV)
John 1:1, quote the verse.
"In the beginning was the Word,and the Word was with God,and the Word was God." (John 1:1)
What is the Trinitarian formula for water baptism?
"In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." (Matthew 28:19)
In Luke 2:52, name the ways Jesus grew.
"In wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men."
What did D.H.Van Daalen say about the empty tomb of Jesus?
"It is extremely difficult to object to the empty tomb on historical grounds; those who deny it do so on the basis of theological or philosophical assumptions."(Van Daalen,D.H.,(1972)The Real Resurrection.)
Toledot Yeshu,an early Jewish text,was a derogatory version of the life of Jesus.It mentions what statement about Jesus,and why is this important to believers?
"It says that Jesus performed sorcery,he healed individuals,and taught Rabbis; and is important because all of these claims came from a hostile source providing historical evidence that Jesus did miracles."
What does scripture say about Jesus ability to change over time?
"Jesus Christ is the same yesterday,today,and forever." (Hebrews 13:8)
Quote Jesus' response to the Sadducees question about the Resurrection.
"Jesus answered and said to them, "You are mistaken, not knowing the Scriptures nor the power of God." (Matthew 22 : 29)
Quote Historian Kenneth Scott Latourette's powerful statement about Jesus.
"Jesus is the most influential life ever lived on this planet." (Josh McDowell;Evidence that Demands a Verdict,Volume 1)
John 11:35,is commonly referred to as the shortest verse in the Bible,quote the verse.
"Jesus wept."
With what statement did Roman Emperor Julian unwittingly ascribe miracle-working power to the life of Jesus?
"Jesus...has now been celebrated; having done nothing in His lifetime worthy of fame, unless anyone thinks it a very great work to heal lame and blind people and exorcise demoniacs." (Josh McDowell;Evidence that Demands a Verdict, Volume 1,pg.125)
John 3:23,quote the verse.
"John also was baptizing in Aenon near Salim, because there was much water there. And they came and were baptized."
Jesus came to serve,not to be served.Quote the verse that states this simple fact.
"Just as the Son of Man did not come to be served,but to serve,and to give His life a ransom for many." (Matthew 20:28)
According to Romans 3:4, what does the Bible say of its trustworthiness?
"Let God be true but every man a liar."(Romans 3:4)
How is the plurality of the Godhead expressed in Genesis 1:26?
"Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness."
Psalms 119:80, quote the verse.
"Let my heart be blameless regarding Your statutes, that I may not be ashamed."
The witnesses to Christ's deity are documented in scripture, quote Stephen's statement made while being stoned to death.
"Look!I see the heavens opened and the Son of Man standing at the right hand of God!"(Acts 7:56)
Quote Hebrews 12:2.
"Looking unto Jesus,the author and finisher of our faith,who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame,and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God."
What is the ultimate source of all love?
"Love is of God." (I John 4:7 NKJV)
How are we to treat our enemies?
"Love your enemies, do good to those who hate You." (Luke 6:27 NKJV)
What name is the longest word found in the Bible?
"Mahershalalhashbaz"(18 letters) Phonetic Spelling (mah-hare'shaw-lawl'khawsh baz) ***During competition say it slowly and emphasize each syllable of the word. (You also have the option of spelling the word.)
Keeping in mind 2 Timothy 3:15,complete the following statement: The Holy Scriptures which can "_____"
"Make you wise for salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus."
What name is used to describe Heaven in John 14:2?
"My Father's house."
Jesus quoted what words found in Psalm 22:1, while on the cross?
"My God,My God,why have You forsaken Me?"(Matthew 27:46)
Quote Thomas' statement recorded in John 20:28 attesting to Christ's deity.
"My Lord and my God!"
Quote James 112:3
"My brethren,count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience."
What was Abraham's response to Isaac when questioned about the lack of a sacrifice for the burnt offering?
"My son, God will provide for Himself the lamb for a burnt offering." (Genesis 22:8a)
Quote I Corinthians 10:13.
"No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful,who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it."
Quote the words of Thallus,one of the first secular writers to mention Christ,detailing the events surrounding Jesus' death.
"On the whole world there pressed a most fearful darkness;and the rocks were rent by an earthquake,and many places in Judea and other districts were thrown down."
Quote the powerful statement made by Dietrich Bonhoeffer about the Christian walk?
"One act of obedience is better than one hundred sermons."
The Bible teaches many things about eternal life, quote the verse that reveals the desirability of eternal life.
"One came and said to Him, "Good Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I may have eternal life?" (Matthew 19:16)
Although God is omnipresent, quote Matthew 6:9 which gives us a localized conception of God?
"Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name."
What does the name Golgotha mean?
"Place of a Skull."(Matthew 27:33)
Without faith it is impossible to _______.
"Please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him."
How did John the Baptist declare the divinity of Christ?
"Prepare the way of the Lord."(Luke 3:4)
The witnesses to Christ's deity are documented in scripture, quote Nathanael's statement to Jesus.
"Rabbi,You are the Son of God!You are the King of Israel!" (John 1:49)
According to the Gospel of Matthew,what was the content of Jesus' first public sermon?
"Repent,for the kingdom of heaven is at hand."(Matthew 4:17)
Jesus came to be a High Priest.Quote the verse that makes this bold statement.
"That He might be a merciful and faithful High Priest in things pertaining to God,to make propitiation for the sins of the people."(Hebrews 2:17)
Quote the portion of Acts 9:2, that describes Paul's assignment before conversion.
"That if he found any who were of the way, whether men or women he might bring them bound to Jerusalem."
Quote Romans 10:9.
"That if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead,you will be saved."
What is meant by the term "new birth?"
"That which is born of the flesh is flesh,and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit." (John 3:6)
The book of Acts is traditionally called what?
"The Acts of the Apostles"
How did Lucian,a First Century Greek satirist who spoke scornfully of Christ and Christians,describe what he saw?
"The Christians,you know,worship a man to this day the distinguished personage who introduced their novel rites,and was crucified on that account."(Lucian,The Death of Peregrine.p.11-13.)
What was the first principle accepted by the Church of God concerning the scriptures?
"The Church of God stands for the whole Bible rightly divided."
According to the Church of God Declaration of Faith, we believe in one God eternally existing in three persons; namely __________.
"The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost."(Declaration of Faith)
Mara Bar-Serapion,a First Century Syrian,wrote a letter to his son referencing 'The Jews who killed their King.' Quote the statement.
"The Jews by murdering their wise king...The wise king... Lived on in the teachings he enacted."
Mara Bar-Serapion,a First Century Syrian,wrote a letter to his son which included what remarkable fact?
"The Jews who killed their King."
What term did John the Baptist use to refer to Jesus?
"The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!"(John 1:29)
What are the Old Testament Scriptures often called, according to Matthew 22:40?
"The Law and the Prophets."
What title proclaims Christ's deity?
"The Son of God."(Mark 1:1 NKJV)
What title proclaims Christ's humanity?
"The Son of Man."(Mark 2:10)
Quote Isaiah's statement explaining the necessity of Christ's time here on earth.
"The Spirit of the Lord God is upon Me, because the Lord has anointed Me to preach good tidings to the poor ; He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound."
Jesus came to proclaim freedom for believers.Quote the verse that makes this bold statement.
"The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me,Because He has anointed Me to preach the gospel to the poor;He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted,to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind,to set at liberty those who are oppressed."(Luke 4:18)
What term is used three times in John 1:1 to proclaim christ's eternal pre-existence and activity?
"The Word"
How is Jesus described in Hebrews 12:2?
"The author and finisher of our faith."
What is our greatest assurance of God's faithfulness?
"The blood of the everlasting covenant." (Hebrews 13:20 NKJV)
What is meant by the canonicity of Scriptures?
"The books are part of a complete and divine revelation."
John 6:35,Jesus said,"l am ___"
"The bread of life."
What name is used to describe Heaven in Hebrews 11:10?
"The city."
John 10:7,Jesus said,"l am ___"
"The door."
What continuing relationship does Nehemiah say God has with creation?
"The earth and everything on it, the seas and all that is in them, and You preserve them all."
Quote Deuteronomy 33:27a
"The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms." (Deuteronomy 33:27 NKJV)
In Revelation 1:17,Jesus said," l am ___"
"The first and the last."
Quote the verse in psalms 14:1 that's so important it's repeated in Psalms 53?
"The fool has said in his heart,'There is no God. 'They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none who does good." (Psalms 14:1 NKJV)
The Bible teaches many things about eternal life, quote the verse that reveals eternal life is a gift.
"The gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord."(Romans 6:23)
John 10:11, Jesus said,"l am ___"
"The good shepherd."
What name was used to describe Heaven in Isaiah 57:15?
"The high and holy place."
What name is used to describe Heaven in Ephesians 5:5?
"The kingdom of Christ and God."
John 8:12,Jesus said,"l am ___"
"The light of the world."
Jesus possessed the power of what kind of life?
"The power of an endless life."(Hebrews 7:16)
John 11:25, Jesus said,"l am ___"
"The resurrection and the life."
Jesus summarized His suffering and exaltation while on Earth by quoting Psalm 118:22 five separate times. Quote the verse.
"The stone which the builders rejected has become the chief cornerstone."
According to scholars,the first recorded words of Jesus are in Mark 1:15. What did He say?
"The time is fulfilled,and the kingdom of God is at hand.Repent,and believe in the gospel."(Mark 1:15)
John 15:1,Jesus said,"I am ___"
"The true vine."
Quote the powerful statement made by Billy Graham about the christian walk of faith?
"The will of God will not take us where the grace of God cannot sustain us."
Jesus was led into the wilderness by whom?
"Then Jesus...was led by the Spirit into the wilderness." (Luke 4:1)
What did Paul mention in 1 Corinthians 12:5 about the origin of the differences between ministries?
"There are differences of ministries, but the same Lord." (I Corinthians 12:5 NKJV)
What did Paul mention in 1 Corinthians 12:4 about the origin of the Gifts of the Spirit?
"There are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit."(I Corinthians 12:4 NKJV)
Quote the powerful statement made by Richard Elurridge, a professor of Biblical Interpretation at King's College, London, regarding Jesus' Existence.
"There are those who argue that Jesus is a figment of the Church's imagination, that there never was a Jesus at all. I have to say that I do not know any respectable critical scholar who says that anymore."
John 8:24 which establishes Jesus' claim to divinity,quote the verse.
"Therefore I said to you that you will die in your sins;for if you do not believe that I am He, you will die in your sins."
Quote I Peter 5:6,7
"Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God,that He May exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you."
According to I Corinthians 2:13, where did paul say his knowledge of spiritual things originated?
"These things we also speak, not in words which man's wisdom teaches but which the Holy Spirit teaches, comparing spiritual things with spiritual."
Quote the prophecy concerning Jesus'clothing found is Psalm 22.
"They divide My garments among them,and for My clothing they cast lots."(Psalms 22:18)
Mary, the mother of Jesus, speaks in 15 verses in the Bible. What was her statement to Jesus concerning the wedding they attended together?
"They have no wine."
John 15:12, quote the verse.
"This is My commandment,that you love one another as I have loved you."
Psalms 118:24, quote the verses.
"This is the day the Lord has made;We will rejoice and be glad in it."
There is only one time the Father is recorded as 'seeking' in the New Testament. What does He seek?
"Those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth."
Jesus came to die and destroy Satan's power. Quote the verse that makes this bold statement.
"Through death He might destroy him who had the power of death, that is, the devil." (Hebrews 2:14)
In both the Old and New Testaments, the words translated "test" mean what?
"To prove by trial."
Quote the Centurion's statement from the cross attesting to Christ's deity.
"Truly this was the Son of God!" (Matthew 27:54)
Quote Article 1 of the Declaration of Faith.
"We believe in the verbal inspiration of the Bible."(Article 1-Declaration of Faith)
According to the Church of God Declaration of Faith, what is our stance on water baptism?
"We believe in water baptism by immersion, and all who repent should be baptized in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost."(Declaration of Faith)
Mary,the mother of Jesus,speaks in 15 verses in the Bible.What were her last words in scripture?
"Whatever He says to you,do it."(John 2:5)
Quote NEWSWEEK about how Jesus' resurrection forever changed the Christian view of death.
"When a major plague hit the ancient Roman Empire, Christians had surprisingly high survival rates. Why? Most Roman citizens would banish any plague-stricken person from their household. But because Christians had no fear of death, they nursed their sick instead of throwing them out on the streets. Therefore, many Christians survived the plague."
Quote I John 4:15.
"Whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him,and he in God."
Why is a sacrifice necessary for the remission of sin?
"Without shedding of blood there is no remission"(Hebrews 9:22)
What was it that God told Moses no man could do and live?
"You cannot see My face; for no man shall see Me, and live." (Exodus 33:20 NKJV)
Quote the scripture which indicates that Jesus is omniscient.
"You know all things."(John 16:30)
How did Lucian,a First Century Greek satirist who spoke scornfully of Christ and Christians,explain early Christians willingness to suffer for Christ?
"You see,these misguided creatures start with the general conviction that they are immortal for all time,which explains the contempt of death and voluntary self-devotion which are so common among them." (Lucian,The Death of Peregrine.p.11-13.)
What does God forbid in the first commandment?
"You shall have no other gods before Me."(Exodus 20:3)
What does Jesus say is the greatest commandment?
"You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart,with all your soul, and with all your mind." (Matthew 22:37)
What does Jesus say is the second greatest commandment?
"You shall love your neighbor as yourself." (Matthew 22:39)
According to 1 Kings 8:27, how does God relate to space?
''Behold, heaven and the heaven of heavens cannot contain you."
John 3:16 and 17, quote the verses.
''For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved."
How old was Abraham when his son Isaac was born?
100 years old. (Genesis 21:5)
How old was Jairus' daughter when Jesus brought her back to life?
12 years old.(Luke 8:42)
How old was Moses when he died?
120 years old. (Deuteronomy 34:7)
How many troops did Sennacherib lose at the siege of Jerusalem?
185,000
The Church of God origins can be traced back to what year?
1886
In what year did the Church of God adopt the Declaration of Faith?
1948.
Margaret Gaines was officially appointed by the World Missions Board as a missionary in what year?
1956
Several words occur only once in the Bible, where is the word 'grandmother' found?
2 Timothy 1:5
How much was Judas paid to betray Jesus?
30 pieces of silver. (Matthew 26:15)
How old was David when he was anointed King of Israel?
30 years. (2 Samuel 5:4)
What essential elements of human nature did Christ possess?
A body and a soul.(Matthew 26:38)
What was the first animal to emerge from the ark?
A raven
In what way was John the Baptist related to Jesus?
A second cousin.(Luke 1:36)
What was Lydia's occupation?
A seller of purple. (Acts 16:14)
What two Old Testament instances used the word tēbāh to describe a specific ark?
A. Noah and the ark. B. Moses was placed in an ark of bulrushes.
Name the four rivers that were formed from the river that went out of Eden.
A. Pishon B. Gihon C. Hiddekel D. Euphrates
Give three descriptors Jesus used concerning Himself.
A."I am the bread of life."(John 6:35) B."I am the light of the world."(John 8:12) C."I am the good shepherd."(John 10:11) D."I am the Son of God."(John 10:36) E."I am the way,the truth,and the life."(John 14:6)
The Bible lists Jesus last seven statements while on the cross, they are _______.
A."My God,My God,why have You forsaken Me?"(Matthew 27:46) B."Father,forgive them,for they do not know what they do."(Luke 23:34) C."Assuredly,I say to you,today you will be with Me in Paradise."(Luke 23:43) D."Father,into Your hands I commit My spirit."(Luke 23:43,46) E."Woman,behold your son!"(John 19:26) F."I thirst!"(John 19:28) G."It is finished!"(John 19:30)
List the three times God the Father spoke audibly to Jesus while He was on Earth.
A.At His baptism. B.At the transfiguration. C.Before Jesus went to the cross.(Matthew 3:17;17:5;John 12:28)
Give three distinct human characteristics revealed in Christ.
A.Jesus was hungry.(Matthew 4:2) B.Jesus thirsted.(John 19:28) C.Jesus slept.(Matthew 8:24) (entire answer is required)
List the three instances in scripture where Jesus raised someone from the dead.
A.The widow's son. (Luke 7:11-17) B.Lazarus. (John 11:43-44) C.Jairus' daughter. (Matthew 9:18-26,Mark 5:21-43,Luke 8:40-56)
What three temptations from Satan did Jesus rebuke by the Word?
A.Turn the stones into bread.(Matthew 4:3) B.Prove that He was invincible.(Matthew 4:5-6) C.Worship Satan in exchange for having the kingdoms of the World given to Him.(Matthew 4:8-9) (Complete answer required)
List three occasions when Jesus used fish to perform a miracle in the New Testament.
A.When He fed 5000 men.(Matthew 14:21) B.When a coin appeared in the mouth of a fish to pay taxes.(Matthew 17:27) C.When He told Simon Peter to let down his nets again,and they were filled with fish.(Luke 5:4-6) (entire answer is required)
Who was Moses' older brother?
Aaron
Who was Israel's first high priest?
Aaron. (Exodus 28)
Who took his rod and stretched out his hand upon the waters of Egypt turning them into blood?
Aaron. (Exodus 7 19-20)
How many people did Jesus feed with five loaves of bread and two fish?
About 5000 men.(Matthew 14:21)
What does 'EI Shaddai, one of the titles of God, mean?
Almighty God
Who was the first Church of God General Overseer?
Ambrose Jessup Tomlinson. (entire answer is required)
Who was told,"Go, prophesy to My people Israel?"
Amos
Who announced to Zacharias that his wife would bear a son?
An angel of the Lord. (Luke 1:13)
Who was the first disciple to come to Jesus in John 1?
Andrew, Simon Peter's brother. (John 1:40)
In John 11:20-45,Jesus was speaking to Mary and Martha to encourage their faith to _____.
Believe that their brother Lazarus would be raised from the dead. (entire answer is required) (John 11:20-45 NKJV)
Where were the disciples first called Christians?
Antioch
During his time on Earth, Jesus spoke three languages. What were they?
Aramaic, Hebrew, and Greek.
Give the three continents from which the Bible was written.
Asia, Africa, and Europe.
Where in the Gospels are all the persons of the Trinity manifested?
At the Baptism of Jesus
What famous city did Nebuchadnezzar rule?
Babylon. (Daniel 3:1)
The Apostle Paul came from what tribe of Israel?
Benjamin. (Philippians 3:5)
What is the name of the place where Jacob slept and dreamed of a ladder that reached from the Earth to Heaven?
Bethel
Jesus was born in what town?
Bethlehem. (Matthew 2:1)
What is unique about Psalms 14 and Psalms 53?
Both are nearly identical.
How did God create the earth?
By His spoken word. (entire answer is required)
Although the earliest Jewish arguments against Christianity admit an empty tomb, how did they attempt to refute Christianity?
By saying the disciples stole the body. (Matthew 28:11-15)
Who ordered the census which brought Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem?
Caesar Augustus.
What was the name of the High Priest of Jerusalem who put Jesus on trial?
Caiaphas.(John 11:49)
In what ancient profession did Jesus labor?
Carpenter
What unorthodox idea did Charles Finney advocate regarding winning souls and starting revivals?
Charles Finney said there existed no normative forms of worship in the New Testament, therefore whatever was successful in leading sinners to Christ was approved (entire answer is required) (Senn, Frank C., Christian Liturgy, p. 564; White, James F. Protestant Worship, p. 176-177)
Toledot Yeshu,an early Jewish text,was a derogatory version of the life of Jesus.It grew out of the response of the Jewish community to ________.
Christianity
What type of problems did Suetonius say that Nero placed on Christians in Rome?
Covering Christians with pitch and burning them alive in his gardens.(entire answer is required)(Life of Claudius.)
What is the last word in the Old Testament?
Curse. (Malachi 4:6)
What is the oldest known standing city in the world never experiencing mass destruction?
Damascus, the capital of Syria. (Isaiah 17:1)
Saul was traveling to what city when he encountered a great and blinding light?
Damascus. (Acts 9:3)
Who were the parents of King Solomon?
David and Bathsheba
What Old Testament book contains every quote Jesus used against Satan in the Wilderness Temptation?
Deuteronomy.
The Gospel according to Luke was written by a _____.
Doctor. (Colossians 4:14)
Who were the first persons of African descent to hold ministerial credentials in the Church of God?
Edmond and Rebecca Barr.
Moses helped the Israelites escape slavery from what country?
Egypt. (Exodus 14:30)
Which two Old Testament patriarchs appeared with Jesus at the transfiguration?
Elijah and Moses.(Mark 9:4)
Who told Naaman to wash in the river Jordan seven times to cure his leprosy?
Elisha
What was the name of John the Baptist's mother?
Elizabeth
What man in the Old Testament was the first to utter a prophecy about the Second Coming of Christ?
Enoch
What time of day was it when Jesus calmed the sea from the deck of a ship?
Evening.(Mark 4:35)
In which book do we read about the prophecy of the Valley of Dry Bones?
Ezekiel 37
Who claimed that the spirit entered him and spoke to him?
Ezekiel. (Ezekiel 2:2)
In what ancient profession did Peter labor?
Fisherman. (Luke 5:2)
How many loaves of bread and fish did Jesus use to feed the 5000 in John 6?
Five loaves of bread and two fish.(John 6:1-13)
How many days did Jesus fast before Satan came to tempt Him in the wilderness?
Forty
How long did it rain during the Great Flood?
Forty days and nights. (Genesis 7:12)
How long did Jesus, Moses, and Elijah fast?
Forty days.
For how many days did Jesus appear to his disciples after his resurrection?
Forty days. (Acts 1:3)
How long did the Children of Israel wander in the wilderness?
Forty years. (Numbers 14:33)
How long had Lazarus been dead when Jesus brought him back to life?
Four days. (John 11:39)
What is the first Biblical reference to the Trinity?
Genesis 1:26
Where is the first mention of prayer in the Bible?
Genesis 4:26
'Jesus' Is a frequently used name in the early part of the First Century AD. What does the name mean in Hebrew?
God saves
Which member of the Trinity is the Creator of all things?
God the Father
Where was Jesus crucified?
Golgotha.(Matthew 27:33)
Most of the New Testament was originally written in what language?
Greek
How did Jesus declare His humanity?
He called Himself a man. (John 8:40)
How does Judas signal Jesus' identity to the Roman officials?
He kisses him.(Luke 22:49)
What type of work did Joseph (Jesus' earthly father) do?
He was a carpenter
What did the angels tell the disciples at the ascension of Christ?
He will come again (entire answer is required)
Jesus is frequently addressed as Rabbi. What is the root language of this word?
Hebrew
In what languages was the Old Testament written?
Hebrew and Aramaic.
Who executed John the Baptist?
Herod Antipas.
John 8:24 is important because here Jesus establishes____.
His claim to divinity.
What prophecy concerning Christ is found in Hosea 11:1?
His flight to Egypt.(Hosea 11:1)
What prophecy concerning Christ is found in Zechariah 9:9?
His triumphant entry into Jerusalem.(Zechariah 9:9)
What close family members did King Herod execute?
His wife,mother-in-law,and three sons.(entire answer is required)
Who claimed that the word of the Lord came to him?
Hosea.(Hosea 1:1)
The name Bethlehem means _____.
House of Bread.
What is the literal meaning of the Greek word "Baptizo"?
Immersion
Margaret Gaines was officially served as a Church of God missionary for thirty-two years in what location?
In Aboud, a village in the West Bank of Palestine.
Where was Moses buried?
In a valley in the land of Moab. (Deuteronomy 34:6)
Where was Jesus baptized and by whom?
In the Jordan River by John the Baptist.(Matthew 3:13-17)
Which son did God tell Abraham to offer as a burnt offering?
Isaac
Several words occur only once in the Bible, where is the word 'eternity' found?
Isaiah 57:15
Where is the longest word in the Bible located?
Isaiah 8:1
After the reign of King Solomon, Israel split into two kingdoms. Name them.
Israel, Judah. (2 Kings 18:1)
Name the four brothers of Jesus mentioned in the Bible.
James, Joseph, Judas, and Simon. (Matthew 13:55)
Who was the first Apostle martyred?
James, the brother of John. (Acts 12:2)
According to 2 Timothy 3:8, what were the names of the Egyptian magicians who opposed Moses In the book of Exodus?
Jannes and Jambres. (2 Timothy 3:8)
Who claimed that God had touched his mouth?
Jeremiah.
Which ruler had the longest reign over the Kingdom of Israel?
Jeroboam ll
Who was the father of David?
Jesse
By what name did the angel Gabriel say Mary's child would be known?
Jesus
Who was the first person to mention the church in the Bible?
Jesus
Who directed Paul to preach to the Gentiles?
Jesus Christ.
What prophecy concerning Christ is found in Micah 5:2?
Jesus birthplace.(Micah 5:2)
John 14:6 tells us that no one can come "to the Father except through Me." To whom is this verse referring?
Jesus,the Christ.(entire answer is required)
Who is the author of the Book of Revelation?
John
By what ministry name do we know the son of Zacharias and Elizabeth?
John the Baptist (Matthew 3:1)
According to scripture, what were the miracles performed by John the Baptist?
John the Baptist never performed any miracles.
Who personally baptized more people,Jesus or John the Baptist?
John the Baptist. (John 4:2)
What name did the angel Gabriel say that Zacharias should name his son?
John. (Luke 1:13)
In whose new tomb was Jesus buried?
Joseph of Arimathea.(Matthew 27:57-60)
Margaret Gaines first missionary service was working with which veteran missionary?
Josephine Planter.
Who said, "... As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord?"
Joshua
Give the names of the three men who parted the Jordan River.
Joshua, Elijah, Elisha
After the reign of King Solomon, there was a split in the country with Israel becoming the northern kingdom and ________ becoming known as the southern kingdom.
Judah. (2 Kings 18:1)
There are four lists of Jesus'disciples as recorded in the Gospels.Each one ends with which disciple?
Judas Iscariot.
To which tribe of Israel did Moses belong?
Levi. (Exodus 2:1)
Which tribe of Israel looked after the religious aspects of life?
Levi. (Numbers 3:32)
What type of insect did John the Baptist eat in the desert?
Locusts.
What title proclaims Christ's sovereignty?
Lord
List the nine Fruits of the Spirit as given in Galatians 5:22.
Love Longsuffering Faithfulness Joy Kindness Gentleness Peace Goodness Self-control
According to I Corinthians 13:13, which is greater: faith, hope, or love?
Love is the greatest.
What does Paul say may "abound still more and more in knowledge and all discernment?"
Love. (Philippians 1:9)
What was Satan's name before being cast from heaven?
Lucifer. (Isaiah 14:12)
Who wrote the Book of Acts?
Luke
Word for word, who wrote more of the New Testament than any other writer?
Luke. (The Book of Luke, Acts)
Who was the first Biblically-recorded Christian converted in Europe?
Lydia. (Acts 16:14)
Who were the three named women who found Christ's tomb open and empty?
Mary Magdalene ; Joanna ; Mary, the mother of James. (Luke 24:10)
Who anointed Jesus' feet with expensive perfume and then dried His feet with her hair?
Mary, the sister of Martha.(John 12:3)
In which one of the Gospels does Jesus mention the Church?
Matthew
Give the scripture reference where the church is mentioned for the first time in the Bible.
Matthew 16:18
Several words occur only once in the Bible, where is the word 'gnat' found?
Matthew 23:24
Where in the Gospels are all the persons of the Trinity listed?
Matthew 3:16, 17
Which gospels are identified as the Synoptic Gospels?
Matthew, Mark & Luke.
Who was chosen to take the place of Judas?
Matthias
What Old Testament figures fasted for 40 days each.
Moses and Elijah.(Exodus 34:28;1 Kings 19:8)
Word for word, who wrote more of the Old Testament than any other writer?
Moses.
Where did Joseph, Mary, and Jesus live?
Nazareth
What is the name of the City of God?
New Jerusalem. (Revelations 3 : 12)
How many spiritual gifts did Paul mention in 1 Corinthians 12:4-10?
Nine. (1 Corinthians 12:4-10)
What remains the oldest continuous Pentecostal Church in North America?
North Cleveland Church of God.
Name the five books of the Bible which have only verse divisions.
Obadiah, Philemon, 2 John, 3 John, and Jude.
What name is used to describe Heaven in II Corinthians 12:4?
Paradise.
According to James 1:3, the testing of our faith develops what?
Patience.
In the New Jerusalem described in the book of Revelation, the twelve gates are made from _______.
Pearl
What was Pearl Stark's response to the death of her husband?
Pearl Stark returned to Angola in 1947 to minister the gospel alone. (entire answer is required)
There are four lists of Jesus'disciples as recorded in the Gospels. Each one begins with which disciple?
Peter
To whom did Jesus say,"Get behind me, Satan."?
Peter
Who were the first apostles called to follow Jesus?
Peter and Andrew. (Matthew 4:18)
Which disciples witnessed Jesus' transfiguration?
Peter, James & John
Who said, "Silver and Gold have I none, but such as I have I give thee?"
Peter. (Acts 3:6)
Which disciple first refused to allow Jesus to wash his feet?
Peter. (John 13:4-9)
After Jesus was arrested,which apostle denied Him three times?
Peter.(Luke 22:54-62)
God described Job as a perfect and upright man to whom?
Satan
Who was the first sinner?
Satan. (1 John 3:8)
Who was the king of Israel when David slew Goliath?
Saul
What unusual hide was used as the covering on the Tabernacle?
Sea cow hides. (Exodus 25:1-9)
What was unique about Christ's mother?
She was a virgin at the time of His conception and birth.(Matthew 1:23-24 NKJV)
The Bible was written over a span of 1500 years. Name four listed occupations represented by different authors.
Shepherd, Fishermen, King, and Doctor.
Who saw Jesus as the Messiah when he was dedicated at the Temple as a baby?
Simeon.(Luke 2:25)
Who was forced to bear the cross of Jesus for him?
Simon from Cyrene. (Mark 15:21; Matthew 27:32)
What does Jesus have the authority to forgive?
Sin.(Luke 7:48)
Which Gospel is most concerned with the mystery and identity of the person of Jesus?
The Book of John.
What was Jesus doing in the ship when the storm arose frightening the disciples?
Sleeping. (Mark 4:35-41)
What (supernatural) manifestations occurred when God descended on Mt.Sinai?
Smoke, fire, and an earthquake.
The Bible gives only two examples of birthday celebrations. An unusual event occurred at both. What happened?
Someone was murdered.
What two books in the Bible do not mention God by name?
Song of Solomon, Esther.
Who was the Roman historian who said Christ and the Christians were expelled from Rome because of the 'disturbances' caused by them?
Suetonius.
In what ancient profession did Matthew labor?
Tax collector. (Matthew 9:9-13)
What is the meaning of the word Rabbi?
Teacher
How many commandments did the Lord give to Moses on tablets of stone?
Ten
In what ancient profession did Paul labor?
Tentmaker. (Acts 18:3)
What prophecy concerning Christ is found in Isaiah 7:14?
That Jesus would be born of a virgin.(lsaiah 7:14)
What is Jesus Christ called in 1 Timothy 2:5?
The "One Mediator between God and men." (I Timothy 2:5 NKJV)
What was the name of the angel that announced to Zacharias that his wife Elizabeth would bear him a son?
The Angel Gabriel. (Luke 1:19)
Jesus did not have a last name as we do in the 21st century.'Christ' is not his last name, but a title that means what?
The Anointed One
Why is it unusual that the words 'joy' and 'rejoice' occur 16 times in the Book of Philippians?
The Apostle Paul wrote these words while he was a prisoner in Rome.
What was the concluding event of Christ's earthly ministry?
The Ascension. (Ephesians 4:8-10)
What book serves as a historical account of the Early church?
The Book of Acts.
John, the youngest disciple, wrote what five books of the New Testament?
The Book of John ; 1st, 2nd, and 3rd John ; The Book of Revelation.
What was the first congregation Paul established on the continent of Europe?
The Church at Philippi.
On which day of the year could the High Priest enter the Holiest place, the innermost part of the temple where the Covenant Box was kept?
The Day of Atonement. (Leviticus 16)
Who is referred to as "our adversary?"
The Devil
Name the persons of the Trinity listed in Matthew 3:16, 17
The Father; Jesus; The Spirit of God.
What major event occurred the year Methuselah died?
The Flood. (Genesis 521-27 1 Chronicles l:3)
How does the language of the Old Testament express the doctrine of the Trinity?
The Hebrew word translated as 'God' is ELOHIM which is a plural version of the word. (entire answer is required)
Which member of the Trinity fills Christians with power?
The Holy Spirit. (Acts 1:8)
Which body of water listed in the Bible was parted by three different men?
The Jordan River
In what river was Jesus baptized?
The Jordan River.(Matthew 3:13)
Which one of the tribes of Israel was prohibited from owning land in canaan?
The Levites.
Who buried Moses?
The Lord.
The first recorded use of the altar in connection with a public invitation occurred where and in what year?
The Methodist Camp Meeting at Red River Kentucky;1799.(entire answer is required)
Where is Jesus found praying in Luke 9:40?
The Mount of Olives.(Luke 22:39,40)
What is the only rule for government and discipline accepted by the Church of God?
The New Testament
What is the name commonly given to the first five books of the Old Testament?
The Pentateuch.
In the Bible, there are were two bodies of water miraculously parted. Name them.
The Red Sea and the Jordan River. (Exodus 14:21; Joshua 3:17)
Which body of water listed in the Bible was parted by Moses?
The Red Sea.
Name three groups of people Jesus called the "generation of vipers."
The Scribes, Pharisees, and Sadducees.
What event in the New Testament contains the longest continuous section of Jesus speaking?
The Sermon on the Mount.
What do we call the triune (meaning three in one) Godhead?
The Trinity. (Genesis 1:26)
How did Saul refer to the followers of Christ before his conversion?
The Way. (Acts 9:2)
From whom did Mary receive the news that she would conceive a son?
The angel Gabriel.
What authority does Jesus have according to John 5:27?
The authority to judge all.
What authority does Jesus have according to John 10:18?
The authority to rise again from the dead.
What authority does Jesus have according to John 1:12?
The authority to save.
What occurred to Elizabeth's baby when she first saw Mary?
The baby leapt in his mother's womb
What did Moses remove from Egypt at the time of the Exodus?
The bones of Joseph.
What prophecy concerning Christ is found in Isaiah 9:1, 2?
The character of Jesus ministry.(Isaiah 9:1,2)
In the Gospel of John,for whom does Mary Magdalene mistake Jesus in his first resurrection appearance?
The gardener.(John 20:15)
What has been committed to the Son, According to John 5:22?
The judgement of all men.(John 5:22)
Where is the letter written by Mara Bar-Serapion,a First Century Syrian,to his son referencing 'The Jews who killed their King' housed now?
The letter is now in possession of the British Museum.(entire answer is required)
What prophecy concerning Christ is found in Psalm 41:9?
The manner of Jesus' betrayal.(Psalm 41:9)
What literary genre did Jesus often employ to preach his messages?
The parable.
What does the word canon mean and what is its origin?
This word derives from a Hebrew and Greek word denoting a reed or measuring rod. (entire answer must be given)
Toledot Yeshu,an early Jewish text,was a derogatory version of the life of Jesus.However,it does mention what statement found in the Gospels?
The text mentions the empty tomb and that the Jewish leaders found it empty.
What type of problems did Suetonius say that Christ and his followers caused in Rome?
They did not worship idols and loved everyone-including their tormentors.(Life of Claudius,25:4.)
What was the reaction of the people after Jesus cast the legion of demons into swine?
They were angry and wanted Him to leave their city. (Matthew 8:28-34)
What was the biological relationship between the first two disciples selected by Jesus?
They were brothers. (Matthew 4:18-22)
As recorded in the Gospel of John,which apostle doubted Jesus' resurrection until he saw him with his own eyes?
Thomas. (John 20:25)
How many days passed between Jesus' death and resurrection?
Three
How many of Job's friends came to comfort him when they heard of the adversity that had befallen him?
Three
How many people did Jesus raise from the dead?
Three
After leaving the Feast of the Passover in Jerusalem, how long did it take Joseph and Mary to find Jesus once they knew he was missing?
Three days. (Luke 2:46)
How many times did God the Father speak to Jesus audibly while he was on Earth?
Three. (Matthew 3:17;17:5;John 12:28)
How are we able to know God?
Through His son, Jesus Christ.(John 1:14,18)
How were sins forgiven in the old Testament?
Through animal sacrifice.
Because of his faith,Clement, an early Christian,was executed in what manner?
Tied to an anchor and thrown into the sea.(entire answer is required)
According to 1 Timothy 1:15 Jesus came into the world for what reason?
To save sinners
What was the purpose of God directing Abraham to offer Isaac as a burnt offering?
To test Abraham.
Name the three ordinances of the church.
Water Baptism, Communion, and Feet Washing.
What happens if we fail to recognize Christ's divinity?
We forfeit the efficacy (effectiveness) of His sacrificial death.(Philippians 2:6)
What happens if we fail to recognize Christ's humanity?
We minimize His sufferings. (John 19:28)