LUOA Survey of the Bible: Module 8

Galatians 3 makes it clear that salvation is by ____________.

faith

Justification is by ________ alone in _________ alone - this is the overarching message of Galatians.

faith Christ

According to 2 Timothy 1:7, God "gave us not a spirit of ________ but of ________ and ________ and self-control."

fear power love

Ephesians 2:8-10 makes it extremely clear that we are saved by _________ through _________ in _________.

grace faith Christ

One of the practical applications from Colossians is that believers should strive to live __________ lives.

holy

Paul discusses Christ's __________ in Philippians 2.

humility

In his second letter to them, Paul tells the Thessalonians to avoid __________. (2 Thessalonians 3)

idleness

Identify five fruits of the Spirit.

joy self-control goodness love peace

One practical application from 1 Thessalonians is: There is no excuse for idle living and __________ in the life of a Christian.

laziness

When studying the book of Galatians, notice the danger of ___________ and the joy of _____________ in Christ.

legalism freedom

Colossians contains the most concise description of Satan's __________ in all the Bible.

lies

Above all, what should followers of Christ put on?

love

According to Paul in 1 Corinthians 13, what is the mark of a true believer?

love

Paul writes 2 Timothy to encourage Timothy to (choose three answers):

persevere in the gospel through persecution. guard the gospel against false teachings. preach the gospel in all circumstances.

In Colossians, Jesus is the __________ One; He __________ over all things.

preeminent; reigns

Philippians 4:8 says that believers should think about whatever is (choose seven answers):

pure true honorable worthy of praise commendable lovely just

If Christians follow the example of Christ set forth in Philippians, what type of leaders should they strive to be?

servant leaders

One of the key themes through 2 Thessalonians is that believers should __________ __________ in their faith.

stand firm

When studying the book of Philippians, you should pay attention to the role of Christ in the life of every believer. He is our (choose four answers):

strength example goal life

Colossians gives the most concise description of Christ's __________ in all the Bible.

superiority

According to 2 Timothy 3:16, all Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for (choose four answers):

teaching reproof training in righteousness correction

In Philippians 2:5-8, Christ is:

the humble servant.

Jesus promises that in this world there will be tribulation/trouble. He follows this promise by saying... (John 16)

"But take heart; I have overcome the world."

Peter preaches on the Day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit is poured out, and __________ people get saved. (Acts 2)

3,000

Pilate allowed the crowd to release one of the prisoners in Matthew 27. Who did the crowd choose to release? (There is a deep theological truth behind this event.)

Barabbas

Identify three key themes that run through 1 Thessalonians.

Believers should strive to live holy lives. Encouragement during persecution. The second coming of Christ and the end times.

How are Christians ultimately able to stand firm in their faith?

By relying on the Holy Spirit.

After Paul presents a defense of the Christian faith while standing in the midst of the Areopagus in Athens, several people begin to believe in Jesus. Only two of the new converts are named in Acts 17; who are these two individuals?

Dionysius Damaris

After His resurrection, Jesus appears to two men on the road to ___________. (Luke 24)

Emmaus

Acts 5 provides an extremely important phrase for the life of every believer: "We must obey __________ rather than __________."

God; men

__________ __________ are the result of living a Spirit-filled life.

Good works

"But take heart; I have overcome the world."

His followers

All worship in the Church should be directed to...

Jesus

Colossians explains that __________ is all we need in life; when we place something else at the center, we will never find true joy.

Jesus

What key event takes place in Acts 1?

Jesus ascends to heaven.

What events take place in Matthew 26?

Jesus has the Passover meal with His disciples, He is betrayed, arrested, and is placed on trial before Caiaphas (the Jewish high priest).

Who asked for the body of Jesus and buried Him in his own tomb (one that had never been used)? (Mark 15)

Joseph of Arimathea

Colossians 3:23 has a lot to say about a Christian's work ethic. "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the _____________ and not for __________."

Lord men

After His resurrection and before His ascension to heaven, what does Jesus tell His followers to do when He gives the Great Commission? (Matthew 28)

Make disciples of all nations.

There were multiple women that went to the tomb of Jesus on the morning of His resurrection, but John only provides the name of one. Which woman does John mention by name? (John 20)

Mary Magdalene

According to 1 Corinthians 15, how many people saw the resurrected Jesus?

Over 500

What was Timothy's occupation?

Pastor at the church in Ephesus

Who wrote Ephesians?

Paul

Who wrote the letter of Galatians?

Paul

What is 2 Thessalonians about?

Paul encourages believers to be diligent in ministering to others because Jesus hasn't returned yet.

Who is the author of 1 Timothy? Who is the recipient of this letter?

Paul; Timothy

Who wrote Colossians and who was it written to?

Paul; church at Colossae

Who wrote Philippians and who was it written to?

Paul; church at Philippi

Who wrote 1-2 Thessalonians and who were these letters written to?

Paul; church at Thessalonica

When reading/studying 1 Timothy, what's one thing that you should attempt to do?

Put yourself in Timothy's shoes.

What does 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 say the "will of God" is for a believer's life? (Choose three answers)

Rejoice always. Give thanks in all circumstances. Pray without ceasing.

What monumental event takes place in Acts 9?

Saul/Paul has his life transformed; he becomes a follower of Christ.

Why was 1 Timothy written?

So that Timothy could receive instruction on matters pertaining to leading a church.

Who is the "man of lawlessness" in 2 Thessalonians?

The Antichrist

Who is Jesus in 2 Thessalonians?

The One who will return for His children.

What happens while Paul and Silas are in prison in Acts 16?

The Philippians jailer is converted.

Briefly mention each of the six pieces of the armor of God and explain what each piece is to be used for. (100 word minimum)

The belt of truth is to hold our lives together. The breastplate of righteousness is to guard our hearts. The shoes of the gospel of peace is so that we can take the Bible to others. The shield of faith is God protecting us from the enemy. The helmet of salvation is to protect our minds and to transform them into what God pleases. The sword of the Spirit is God's Word and is the only offensive protection we have so we need to learn how to use this weapon by studying it.

According to 1 Thessalonians 3-4, what is God's will for a believer's life?

Their sanctification.

What does 1 Thessalonians 4:3 say the "will of God" is for a believer's life is?

Their sanctification.

Why was Philippians written?

To encourage believers to imitate the thoughts and actions of Christ.

Why was the letter of Ephesians written to the church in Ephesus?

To help them realize God's incredible grace, and the importance of relying upon His grace when attempting to stand firm in the faith.

According to 1 Timothy, church leaders should be __________ __________.

above reproach

One of the key themes of Ephesians is: Living for Christ requires __________.

discipline