bible Flashcards
What are the two purposes for studying the book of Proverbs according to its author?
Knowledge and discretion
What is the beginning of knowledge?
Fear of the Lord
How are we supposed to react when enticed by sin according to the book of Proverbs?
Run away from it
What will happen to those that listen to Wisdom?
They will live in safety and be at ease without fear of harm
What three things might we do to understand the fear of the LORD and find the knowledge of God?
- Accept His words
- Call out for insight
- Search for it as a hidden treasure
From the LORD’s mouth comes what two things according to Proverbs?
- Wisdom
- Knowledge and understanding
Define proverb.
A short saying expressing, in a few words a well-known truth
How does a fool (mocker) react to correction, reproof, and rebuke?
The fool hates correction
How does the wise react to rules, regulations, and authority?
The wise follows it and acknowledges it
Name two ways the fool reacts to advice, instruction, teaching, and preaching.
- They despise it
- They will scorn you
What two things should never leave us according to God in the book of Proverbs?
- Love
- Faithfulness
What are the two types of wisdom according to God?
- Human Wisdom
- Godly Wisdom
For where you have envy and selfish ambition, what two things are present?
- Disorder
- Every evil practice
What are the eight characteristics of wisdom that comes from heaven?
- Pure
- Peace-loving
- Considerate
- Submissive
- Full of mercy
- Full of good fruit
- Impartial
- Sincere
What was God’s condition for giving Solomon a long life?
Obedience from Solomon
What two things do we need to make every effort to live by with everyone according to God in Hebrews?
- Peace
- Holiness
What are two effects of bitterness in our lives?
- Causing Trouble
- Defiling Many
What promise does God give about honoring your parents?
If you honor your father and mother, you will live a long life and it will go well with you
What three things was 12-year-old Jesus doing when He was found in the temple?
- Sitting among them
- Listening
- Asking them questions
What did Eli do as a father that displeased God according to 1 Samuel?
- Scorned His sacrifice
- Honored his sons more than Him
- Failed to restrain his sons
What fault did God find in David as a father?
David never rebuked his son by asking him ‘Why do you behave as you do?’
What caused the Lost Son to realize what was happening to him?
When he longed to eat the pigs’ food
What were the two trees that God planted in the midst of the garden?
- Tree of life
- Tree of knowledge of good and evil
What game were Adam and Eve playing after being asked about eating the fruit?
Blame game