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According to Hosea 14, what must Israel confess?

1) Turning from trust in foreign help and assistance for their survival and instead involves trusting totally in God for their national future 2) Turning from idols

Match the Following phrases/person/book. a. "truth speaking to power b. "hope in dark times" c. "faith to rebuild" 37. Amos 38. Judah as a monarchy alone among the pagan nations 39. Habakkuk's book 40. Malachi 41. Hosea 42. Micah 43. Zephaniah 44. Haggai 45. Zechariah 46. Persia is in power over Palestine 47. Babylon is coming to power 48. Assyrian dominates Palestine and even as far as Egypt. 49. Cyrus is in power

8th Century: Truth in Speaking to Power (Hosea, Amos, Micah, Judah as a monarchy alone among the pagan nations) 7th Century: Hope in Dark Times (Habakkuk's book, Zephenaiah, Babylon is coming to power, Assyrian dominates Palestine and even as far as Egypt) 6th Century: Faith to rebuild (Zechariah, Malachi, Nehemiah, Ezra, Persia is in power over Palestine, Cyrus is in power)

What type of literature is Zechariah 9-14?

A Divine warrior hym, such as enuma elish.

How did the Jews of Jesus day understand "Elijah" of Malachi 4?

After the prophet Elijah came then so would the Lord.

What is remarkable about the gospel passion narratives and the prophets?

All of the messianic prophecies are fulfilled.

Which major world power is a threat to Israel during Isaiah's lifetime?

Assyria

Why is Jonah angry with God?

Because the Assyrians were the enemies of his people and he knew God would save them

What will the Messiah do according to Micah 4:3-5?

Bring Peace

According to Zechariah 4, how will the temple be built?

By the power and provision of the spirit of the Lord.

In what ways are David & Solomon presented differently in Chronicles compared to Samuel-Kings?

Chronicles has a more idolized portraits of the kings and focuses on the temple worship. It focuses on Judah, David, Levites, and the temple.

Match the types of opposition Nehemiah faces with how he responds in each case. Cycle One

Cycle I Action: Nehemiah gains permission to rebuild (2:8). Opposition: Sanballat and Tobiah "very much disturbed" (2:10) Response: Nehemiah proceeds with plan (2:11ff)

Cycle two of Nehemiah's opposition

Cycle II Action: Nehemiah challenges the Jews to rebuild (2:17-18) and they agree Opposition: mockery and accusation (2:19) Response: "God will give us success" and you "mockers" have no share in this (2:20)

Cycle three of Nehemiah's opposition

Cycle III Action: rebuilding begins (3:1-32) Opposition: Sanballat and Tobiah: anger and mockery (4:1-3) Response: Appeal to God for justice (4:4-5) while continuing to work (4:6)

Cycle five of Nehemiah's opposition

Cycle V Problem: Economic stress brought on by rebuilding. Reaction: people bring this crisis to Nehemiah's attention Response: Nehemiah requires forgiveness of loans, return of property and financial generosity.

Cycle six of Nehemiah's opposition

Cycle VI: Action: Walls rebuilt! (6:1) Opposition: plots, threats, false prophets; disloyalty (Neh. 6) Response: Nehemiah sees through all of this and holds to task.

What event in 538 B.C. triggers the return of the Jews to Judah?

Cyrus gives his return policy, which allows 50,000 Jews to return to Judah

66.-69. Match the four problems Haggai addresses with the four solutions he gives a. "repent and build!" b. "be strong and work" c. God's blessing d. God will shake kingdom 66. Discouragement 67. Defilement 68. Paralysis 69. Oppression

Discouragement: "Be Strong and Work!" Defilement: God's blessing Paralysis: "Repent and Build!" Oppression: God will shake the Kingdom

What is the lesson of the book of Jonah?

Don't with hold God's mercies from anyone, even your enemies or the worse of the worse

What concern is the emphasis on personal responsibility in Ezekiel 18 a response to?

Exodus 20:5 --- Generational sin, you can break the chains of generational sin

Match the each of the following sixth century exilic prophets with that prophet's message. a. Ezekiel b. Daniel

Ezekiel: God's Glory, Idolatry, and Personal responsibility Daniel: God over the nations

What are Ezra's primary ministries and what are the results?

Ezra comes as the teacher of God's Word to restore the community to Biblical faithfulness. His passion results in renewal and a new faithfulness in Judah. Obedience results in moral formation Teaching results in thinking through societal implications

What future does Micah see for Jerusalem?

First judgement and destruction, but then hope of being renewed

What is the theological function of the "Prayer of Jabez" in Chronicles?

God can still change your destiny

How does God respond to Habakkuk's complaint about using the Babylonian's to punish Judah?

God says to trust Him in the period of judgement, and retribution will eventually come.

What is taught in Ezekiel 36:22-27?

God will instill a new heart and a new spirit within them.

What is Amos' opinion of Israel's worship?

God will not listen to their worship if they will not take care of the social injustice; they must take care of the poor or the Lord will not care about their worship.

How does Zechariah respond to and address the disappointment of the restoration community?

God will reward obedience. His Holy Spirit will complete the temple.

According to Hosea 14, how will Israel's waywardness finally be changed?

God's love will heal their wayward hearts

What important prophetic theme does Zephaniah introduce?

He includes the redemption of the nations and the restoration of the remnant

How did Manasseh's policies compare to his father's?

He introduced sacred prostitution and human sacrifices, had a corrupt reign and was violent.

How is Jonah's Anger resolved in the book of Jonah?

He learns about God's undeserved Grace and to have compassion. (The lesson of the Vine)

What motif/theme does Hosea use to rebuke Israel?

He uses the husband/wife motif.

What reason do some critical scholars give for thinking that Daniel was edited in the Hellenistic period?

His predictions were accurate to nearly the day of when it happened, that they believed it was edited after.

Match the metaphor and the prophet 53. Hosea 54. Joel 55. Amos a. Plague b. Flowing Stream c. Adultery

Hosea: Adultery Joel: Plague Amos: Flowing Stream

What is the major concern and theme of Habakkuk's book?

How can God use Pagan, Vicious Babylonians, to punish the relatively righteous Judeans

What factors in Israel led to the rise of the prophetic ministry of Hosea and Amos?

Idolatry

What were the economic conditions of Northern Israel like during the reign of Jeroboam II?

Israel enjoyed one of its most stable periods of political and economic security.

Why are the extensive genealogies found in Chronicles?

It links the restoration Israel with the pre-exilic Israel and to show the legitimacy of the Levitical ministries and the legitimacy of the Davidic line of kings.

How is 2 Chronicles 7:14 significant for restoration Israel?

It points to Jesus and is closest to New Testament theology

What salvation-historical advances does Joel predict?

It points to universally available salvation

In Zechariah 2, why do they need a "wall of fire"?

Jerusalem is an ancient city without walls and has no protection from enemies and bandits

Match the each of the following post-exilic restoration prophets with that prophet's message. a. Joel b. Haggai c. Zechariah d. Malachi

Joel: Repentance, renewal, Spirit on all Haggai: Rebuild! Glory; Desired of the Nations Zechariah: Gospel; Smitten Shepherd King Malachi: Repentance and Hope

Which New Testament author makes the most frequent use of Ezekiel?

John and Revelations

Match the each of the following eighth century prophets with that prophet's message. a. Jonah b. Amos c. Hosea d. Micah e. Isaiah

Jonah: Mercy to Gentiles Amos: Empty worship, social injustice Hosea: Israel's adultery/ God's love; tear to heal Micah: Messiah; leadership; True discipleship Isaiah: Trust God or nations? Grace; transformation

According to Hosea 5:14-15 what purpose does God have in judgment?

Judgement will bring destruction, which will bring full dependence on God.

Identify the issues of repentance which Malachi addresses.

Malachi address: to not marry foreign women, to not desecrate the Sabbath, and to not neglect temple offerings.

How do the gospels make use of Zechariah?

Messiah will enter Jerusalem on a colt (9:9; Matthew 21:4-5, John 12:14-16). Messiah is betrayed for 30 pieces of silver (11:12-13; Matthew 27:9) Messiah is pierced in hands and feet (12:10; John 19:37). Sin is cleansed by his death (13:1; John 1:29, Titus 3:5)

Match the each of the following seventh century prophets with that prophet's message. a. Obadiah b. Zephaniah c. Nahum d. Habakkuk e. Jeremiah

Obadiah: Against Edom: Jealousy judged Zephaniah: The Day of the Lord Nahum: Against Ninevah Habakkuk: Justice in judgment Jeremiah: Radical nature of sin, New Covenant

How is Daniel different from the classic prophetic books?

Prophetic and Apolyptic Dreams

What were the general conditions of Judah during the reign of Uzziah?

Prosperity and Political stability: Judah gained a considerable degree of political stability in Judah under Uzziah. Uzziah's reign was a period in Judah of vast expansion in territory, in commerce and in power, corresponding to the brilliance of the reign of Jeroboam II

What is the result of Malachi's ministry?

Results: Treasured possession finds healing and joy, blessing of tithe. Evildoers burn

What is the problem of Zechariah 3?

Satan was accusing Joshua. God's purpose was the foundation, not Joshua's perfection. Joshua stands before angel of the Lord and angel says to take off his filthy rags. This is a picture of cleansing.

What are the concerns of Ezekiel 34?

The bad shepherds will be taken away, God will be the true shepherds

Identify both the challenge and hope of the book of Haggai.

The challenge was to rebuild the temple. That hope was that God was bless obedience.

What does Amos rebuke concerning Israel's wealth?

The contrast between the wealthy and the poor, they need to help the poor

How is the problem of Zechariah 3 addressed?

The restoration of leadership was addressed and Joshua was cleansed. This is symbolic of "things to come"

Match the following theological themes from Jeremiah with the Scriptural passage or quote associated with it: b. God's rule over the nations universalizes what passage? c. The radically incurable nature of sin d. The New Covenant

The test is open bible...use your bible, it's healthy for you... (-:

How does the Chronicler refocus the doctrine of retribution as compared to the Book of Kings?

Theology of immediate retribution: It is not deferred, it happens right away

According to Zephaniah, who has hope in times of Judgment?

Those who repent could possibly experience the grace of God.

What is the "treasured possession"?

What we are considered to God. God will spare of us punishment and we will have part of his treasured possession.

What is the context of Habakkuk's original complaint against God?

Wickedness prevails in Judah but there is no response from God.

Which prophets supported Josiah's reforms?

Zephaniah and Jeremiah


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