General Bible: Nature, Themes, Content Flashcards
1
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The 5 times repeated use of the phrase, the Day of the Lord, in this prophetic book signals the major contribution of this book which is an explanation of that phrase. It shows that the Day of the Lord is now and is yet to come in its fullest. God’s judgment in present events and events yet to come highlight his call to repentance.
a. Obad b. Joel c. 1Thess d. 2 Thesse. e. Rev
A
Joel
2
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The two books dealing with the time of the charismatic leaders during the period of time in which Israel was in the land but had no centralized authority are (mark both answers)
a. Deut b. Josh c. Jud d. Ruth e.1 Ki
A
Joshua
Judges
3
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A book, which shows that God’s judgment on Edom will come through allies, is deserved and is part of His overall justice.
a. Obad b. Nah c. Joel d. Zech e. Rev
A
Obadiah
4
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A book containing many portions authored by David.
a. 1 Ki b. 2 Ki c. 1 Chron d. Psa e. SOS
A
Psalm
5
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The one book which tells of Israel’s initial conquest of the promised land is …
a. Deut b. Josh c. Judd. Gene. Num
A
Joshua
6
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The one book which retrospectively views the fall of Jerusalem in poetic language and with great pathos.
a. Lam b. SOS c. Ecc d. Isa e. Jer
A
Lamentations
7
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The book which contains the biographical story of the prophet/judge Samuel.
a. Jud b. 2 Sam c. 1 Ki d. Josh e. none of these
A
None of these - 1 Samuel
8
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A major prophetical book usually attributed to a well educated man whose ministry was dominantly to the southern kingdom during the times of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah.
a. Isa b. Mic c. Jer d. Eze e. none of these
A
a. Isaiah
9
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Which of these are among the four books which treat the problems concerning the return of Israel to the land after the exile. Mark all that are correct.
a. Joel b. Job c. Eze d. Zeph e. Obad f. none of these
A
e. None of these
10
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The prophetical book which traces the final decline of the southern kingdom and God’s attempts to bring about repentance before its end.
a. Isa b. Jon c. Joel d. Dan e. Jer
A
c. Joel
11
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The one book which gives in poetic language the intimate love relationship between a man and woman and which is sometimes taught figuratively to show New Testament truth about Christ and his love for the church.
a. Psa b. Ecc c. Lam d. SOS e. Job
A
SOS
12
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The book which traces events during the time of Israel’s wilderness wanderings and contains a census of the major descendants of the tribes of Israel as well as the many failings of the people to obey God from the heart.
a. Gen b. Ex c. Lev d. Num e. Deut
A
Numbers
13
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A book which traces redemptive history from the origin of the human race until the death of Joseph.
a. Josh b. Ex c. Acts d. Gen e. none of these
A
Genesis
14
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A book which shows how a spiritual leader persevered through many obstacles to lead the Jerusalem remnant’ to rebuild the Jerusalem wall and to renew their covenant with Jehovah. That leader was,
a. Job b. Samson c. Nehemiah d. Ezra e. Zechariah
A
Nehemiah
15
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Two Old Testament books which shows how a leader who was well versed in God’s word affected renewal among the remnant who had returned to Jerusalem.
a. Ezra b. Neh c. Zech d. Dan e. Est
A
Ezra
Nehemiah
16
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Which of these are among the six books which trace leadership during the united kingdom of Israel and the split kingdoms of Israel and Judah. Mark all correct answers.
a. Josh b. Jud c. 1 Sam d. 2 Sam e. 1 Ki f. Eze
A
Joshua, Judges, 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel, 1 Kings
2 Kings is the 6th of these books
17
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A book in which any name for God is not mentioned directly but which gives strong implication that God providentially protects His people.
a. Lam b. Obad c. Zeph d. Est e. Ruth
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Esther
18
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The two books which record the law (10 commandments) that Moses was given by God. Mark the correct two.
a. Gen b. Ex c. 1 Chron d. Lev e. Deut
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Exodus
Deuteronomy
19
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A book which shows that “the mystery of a righteous person’s sufferings becomes clearer when it is seen that God allows it and uses it to bring unreserved consecration to the sufferer.”
a. 1 Pet b. 1Thess c. Heb d. Job e. 2 Sam
A
Job
20
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A book which highlights the call of Moses as God’s leader, the miraculous events, which accompany the release of God’s people from slavery in Egypt, the initial formation of Israel into a people of God’s law, and the design of the tabernacle–focusing on God’s presence among them.
a. Gen b. Ex c. Lev d. Acts e. none of these
A
Exodus
21
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The book which gives the most detailed biographical information about the first king of Israel, Saul
a. Jud b. 1 Sam c. 2 Sam d. 1 Ki e. 2 Ki
A
1 Samuel
22
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Two books used to stimulate worship to God.
a.Num b. Lev c. Psa d. Lam e. Prov
A
Leviticus
Psalm
23
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The book which reviews the wanderings of Israel in the wilderness and gives Moses final summary/ warnings/ expectations for Israel’s entering the land is,
a. Gen b. Ex c. Lev d. Num e. Deut
A
Numbers
24
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Which of these are among the three books which give details of life during the exile or prophetical messages to those in the exile. Mark all correct answers.
a. Joel b. Dan c. Est d. Eze e. Zeph f. Obad
A
Daniel, Esther
Ezekiel
25
Which two books treat in detail David's rise as King, the consolidation of the kingdom of Judah and Israel into one, and the story of David as King. Mark all correct answers.
a. 1 Sam b. 2 Sam c. 1 Ki d. 2 Ki e. 1 Chron
1 Samuel ; 2 Samuel
26
The book which traces redemptive history from the time of Israel's slavery (about 400 years after Joseph's death) until Moses has led the people triumphantly out of bondage in Egypt into the desert toward the promised land.
a. Gen b. Job c. Ex d. Num e. Deut
Exodus
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A poetical book whose overall thematic concept shows that true devotion (an inner life with God from the heart) reflects total dependence upon God, is filled with worship, and is expressed in the changing experiences of life.
a. Psa b. Prov c. Ecc d. SOS e. none of these
Psalm
28
A lengthy book which first prophetically warns about the fate of the southern kingdom and its impending fall if repentance is not forthcoming suddenly reverses its message and then spends the rest of the book giving a future hope to those who fell.
a. Zeph b. Zech c. Dan d. Eze e. Jer
Jeremiah
29
A book in which the prophet attempted to live out a relationship with an unfaithful wife to symbolize God's continual offer of love to His unfaithful people of the northern kingdom of Israel.
a. Micah b. Joel c. Ezekiel d. Hosea e. none of these
d. Hosea
30
A small prophetical book which can not be placed with certitude, time wise, but which contains a message which is timeless and can be abstracted to show that the day of the Lord is being revealed in the acts of God upon our lives, is intended to bring us to repentance and acceptance of God's grace, and will bring ultimate and final judgement and justice. Locust are use probably both literally and figuratively to picture the judgement.
a. Micah b. Hosea c. Amos d. Zeph e. none of these
c. Amos
31
The message of this book was given by a lay leader, a shepherd turned prophet whose corrective message in times of prosperity, was given to the northern kingdom of Israel but also involved surrounding nations. His message could be abstracted to state that God's judgement is universal, just, and certain.
a. Psalms b. Ezekiel c. Jeremiah d. Malachi e. Zephaniah f. Amos
f. Amos
32
A hybrid mix of historical vignettes in a leaders life and prophecies of that leader, this book, written in exile, has an overall thematic intent which shows that the sovereign God rules in the affairs of individuals, nations, and history.
a. Jeremiah b. Ezekiel c. Isaiah d. Daniel e. Zechariah
d. Daniel
33
This Old Testament book uses the characteristic phrase son of man numerous times-a phrase later used by Jesus to refer to Himself.
a. Ezekiel b. Joel c. Zephaniah d. Daniel e. none of these
a. Ezekiel
34
This book deals with the call of God on a life and shows what happens when that call is rejected. It also depicts the missionary heart of God in the Old Testament and shows how repentance affects mercy and justice. Nineveh is a city that repents and receives God's mercy instead of judgement.
a. Joel b. Nahum c. Jonah d. Amos e. Zephaniah
c. Jonah
35
The book which treats numerous requirements that Israel must follow in order to demonstrate that they were set apart to Jehovah (holiness).
a. Zephaniah b. Joel c. Zechariah d. 2 Peter e. Leviticus
e. Leviticus
36
This very practical book focuses on horizontal relationships, that is, human relationships and gives wise time tested principles for use in life.
a. Job b. Ruth c. Esther d. Proverbs e. Lamentations
d. Proverbs
37
This book was written by a prophet who was a contemporary of Isaiah. While Isaiah ministered to the upper class and rulers, this prophet ministered to the rural areas of the southern kingdom and gave basically the same message as Amos had done to the northern kingdom. But it was interlaced with great hope an messianic prophecy for the future.
a. Micah b. Joel c. Amos d. Dan e. None of these
a. Micah
38
This book giving a prophecy about God's wrath upon Nineveh shows that it flows from His character and is certain and will be complete. The prediction came true.
a. Jonah b. Joel c. Obadiah d. Nahum e. Zephaniah
a. Jonah
39
This post-exilic (occurring after the return to the land) book urges the few who had returned to rebuild the temple. If they would renew themselves with God and respond by trusting Him and being obedient in building the temple they could expect peace and prosperity.
a. Esther b. Ezra c. Nehemiah d. Malachi e. Haggai
e. Haggai
40
This apocalyptic book contains numerous visions which encourage the restoration of Jerusalem, the rebuilding of the temple, and the purification of God's people along with some major messianic prophecies.
a. Daniel b. Zechariah c. Malachi d. Ezra e. none of these
b. Zechariah
41
This book depicts a leaders struggle with apparent inconsistencies in God's judgement. It shows that a genuine struggle of faith involves honest questioning of God and His ways, will be met by God's own explanation, and will result in a joyous acceptance by faith of that which God is doing and will do.
a. Zephaniah b. Jonah c. Job d. Habakkuk e. Nahum
d. Habakkuk
42
This book is a call to renewal some 30 or 40 years after the temple was rebuilt in Jerusalem and shows how easy it is for nominalism to creep into the practice of God's people.
a. Ezra b. Nehemiah c. 2 Macabees d. Malachi e. Zechariah f. Haggai
d. Malachi
43
This highly esoteric and apocalyptic book full of end time visions shows that ultimately Jesus will judge everything in harmony with His divine attributes and will bring history to a fitting conclusion.
a. Ezekiel b. Daniel c. Zechariah d. Revelations e. none of these
Revelations
44
That the Christian life transcends circumstances is taught in this epistle which shows that the normal christian expression is a life filled with a personal Christ and is expressed joyously in all circumstances.
a. Romans b. 1 Thessalonians c. Philippians d. Colossians e. 2 Corinthians
c. Philippians
45
False teaching can lead the believers astray. Hence, this little epistle which teaches that "your knowledge of foundational christian truth must be life transforming knowledge though it will be denied by false teachers therefore be forewarned and counteract these negative influences by positive progress in life knowledge.
a. 1 Peter b. 2 Peter c. James d. Jude e. none of these
2 Peter
46
This book presents Jesus as the Son of God who became the mighty wonder working servant of God who died for all. It is a rapid moving summary of Jesus' life.
a. Matthew b. Mark c. Luke d. John e. Acts
d. John
47
This book teaches that church problems, individual and/or corporate can be solved by submission to God's truth concerning those problems.
a. Romans b. 1 Thessalonians c. 1 Corinthians d. Jude e. none of these
c. 1 Corinthians
48
This philosophically oriented book which presents Jesus as the eternal God, who revealed the Father's love by offering eternal life (salvation) to whoever trust Him, authenticates its message with powerful signs endorsing Jesus' claim of who He was.
a. Matthew b. Mark c. Luke d. John e. Acts f. 1 John
f. 1 John
49
An old timer, who knew how to persevere wrote a book to a young trouble shooting pastor which emphasized that persevering in a God approved ministry requires the suffering of hardships, involves the demonstration of righteous living, and necessitates the proper use of God's word. The book was,
a. 2 Peter b. Titus c. 1 Timothy d. 2 Timothy e. Jude
c. 1 Timothy
50
Which book expresses that a clear understanding of Christ and His work and His relationship to His church will result in rejection of man-made efforts toward religious fulfillment and will form the basis for practical Christian living?
a. John b. Colossians c. Philippians d. Ephesians e. 1 Timothy
d. Ephesians
51
This book traces the early growth of the church and shows it takes place a spirit directed people present salvation to everyone-Jews and Gentiles alike.
a. John b. Luke c. Acts d. Ephesians e. Colossians f. none of these
c. Acts
52
This book opens up Paul's inner leadership values more than any other and teaches that Paul's apostolic defense involved in explanation of his personal conduct, motives, and view of the ministry, was in harmony with his plea for the Jerusalem gift, and concluded with an overwhelming refutation of arguments opposing his apostolic authority.
a. Romans b. 1 Corinthians c. 2 Corinthians d. Galatians e. 2 Timothy
c. 2 Corinthians
53
The New Testament book which gives historical information helpful in studying the Pauline epistles.
a. Matthew b. Mark c. Luke d. John e. Acts f. Hebrews
e. Acts
54
This book was written to encourage a pastor lacking in self confidence and enthusiasm as he was dealing with problems in the church at Ephesus. The content related the true functions of the church and the true functions of a minister in a church.
a. Titus b. 1 Timothy c. 2 Timothy d. 1 Thessalonians e. none of these
b. 1 Timothy
55
This book, written from a gentile perspective pictures Jesus as the ideal representative of all mankind (Son of Man), who identified with all mankind in becoming the Savior of all mankind.
a. Matthew b. Mark c. Luke d. John e. Acts
c. Luke
56
This is the final book of a trilogy. Numerous christian workers were frequently traveling and ministering to various churches. They needed hospitality. This book helped meet that need. It applies truth already given and points out that Christians' response of receiving christian workers demonstrates obedience to christian truth and should be imitated by other Christians.
a. Luke b. 3 John c. 2 Peter d. Titus e. none of these
b. 3 John
57
In his most vitriolic (strong correction) the epistle Paul shows that his gospel rests upon divine revelation, stands apart from the law, and frees believers of any salvation regulation.
a. Romans b. 1 Corinthians c. 2 Corinthians d. Galatians e. Colossians
d. Galatians
58
This lofty epistle teaches that the revealed wonder and ultimate purposes of the church demand a unique Christian life style.
a. Galatians b. Ephesians c. Colossians d. 1 Timothy e. 2 Timothy
b. Ephesians
59
This book presents Jesus as messiah king, who is rejected but will return some day to reign.
a. Matthew b. Mark c. Luke d. John e. none of these
a. Matthew
60
This short book personally applies previously given truth and emphasizes that the recipients should walk in truth by loving one another and rejecting those who deny truth.
a. 2 John b. 2 Peter c. Jude d. none of these
a. 2 John
61
A truth to urge believers who were on the verge of turning away from the Christian message can be simply summarized as, "God's redemptive revelation in Christ is superior and final and therefore demands a continued faithful allegiance." It is the main teaching point of what book?
a. Luke b. Acts c. James d. Hebrews e 1 Peter
e. 1 Peter
62
This book teaches that God's gracious provision of Christ's righteousness to every believer (the gospel of God) encompasses man's total need, is consistent with redemptive history, and applies to all of life's relationship. God can be just and yet the justifier of sinners.
a. Galatians b. Ephesians c. Colossians d. Romans e. none of these
d. Romans
63
A present concern for pure living and a proper perspective on the coming of the Lord will result in a joyful expectation. This theme flows through what futuristic book?
a. Philippians b. 1 Thessalonians c. James d. Revelations e. Zechariah
b. 1 Thessalonians
64
This New Testament book adds Christian perspective to the phrase the Day of the Lord, which was introduced and taught earlier in the Old Testament in two of the minor Prophets.
a. Matthew b. 2 Thessalonians c. Jude d. 2 Peter
b. 2 Thessalonians
65
A bi-vocational pastor was given a request to forgive and release a former slave, now converted, who was being returned. The strong persuasion which is mainly buttressed by the recipients' obligations to the writer demonstrate one of the effective leadership styles. This occurs in what book.
a. Philippians b. Ephesians c. Philemon d. 2 John e. 3 John
c. Philemon
66
The burden of this epistle is ethical not doctrinal. Christianity must be practiced. Faith in God produces life according to the will of God therefore a believer is urged by this book to prove his/her faith.
a. Romans b. Galatians c. Hebrews d. James e. Jude
d. James
67
Toward the end of his life an experienced Christian worker, writing to a dispersed audience who were undergoing suffering, says that God is in control of everyday circumstances and is using them to perfect our trust hence we must submit to God's purposes in circumstances around us. what book?
a. 2 Timothy b. 2 Peter c. 1 Peter d. Hebrews e. 3 John
c. 1 Peter
68
This book purposes to help those who have truly trusted Christ and have a relationship with Him to have assurance of their possession of eternal life.
a. John b. 1 John c. 1 Peter d. 2 Peter e. James
b. 1 John
69
This book counteracts false teaching. It shows that contending for the faith (basic Christian truth) involves not only recognition and rejection of ungodly influence to depart from truth, but also positive efforts to live in and learn of this truth. One can identify the counterfeit best by knowing the real.
a. James b. Hebrews c. 2 John d. Jude e. none of these
d. Jude
70
An authoritative letter was written to a trouble shooter on an errand which pointed out that setting the church in order (what the young minister was doing) involved the appointing of qualified leaders who through sound teaching and living exhort others to practical Christian living. What was the letter?
a. Galatians b. 1 Corinthians c. 2 Timothy d. Titus e. 1 Thessalonians
d. Titus
71
Which of the following books contain major treatment on suffering and teach how a follower of God should understand about it and respond to it?
a. Genesis b. Exodus c. Job d. Ezekiel e. 1 Peter f. Philippians
c. Job and e. 1 Peter
72
Which three books of the following would you go to in order to get explanatory teaching about the deity of Christ.
a. Isaiah b. John c. Colossains d. Ephesians e. Hebrews f. Revelations
b. John c. Colossains d. Ephesians
73
Which three of the following books treat the doctrine of justification by faith with explanatory arguments?
a. Matthew b. Colossians c. Romans d. Galatians e. Hebrews f. James
d. Galatians e. Hebrews f. James
74
Which two of the following New Testament books are mainly focused on a doctrinal explanation of the second coming of Christ?
a. Matthew b. 2 Peter c. Revelations d. 1 Thessalonians e. 2 Thessalonians
d. 1 Thessalonians e. 2 Thessalonians
75
Which two of the following books mainly focus on the danger of false prophets or false teachers?
a. Obadiah b. Nahum c. Jude d. 2 Peter e. Revelations
c. Jude d. 2 Peter
76
What book does much to elaborate (mainly by illustration) on Christ's human nature?
a. Hebrews b. Mark c. Luke d. Acts e. none of these
c. Luke
77
Which Gospel gives the most exhaustive treatment of Christ's teaching about the 2nd coming?
a. Mark b. Luke c. John d. none of these
d. none of these
78
Which one of the Gospels does not contain Jesus giving teaching through parables?
a. Matthew b. Mark c. Luke d. John
d. John
79
Where would you go (one book) to find lofty teaching on the cosmic purposes of the church?
a. Matthew b. Ephesians c. Hebrews d. Revelations
b. Ephesians
80
Which one of the following does not contain information helpful for understanding the nature and ministry of the Holy Spirit?
a. Romans b. Galatians c. James d. John e. Acts
c. James
81
Where would you go (one book) for the best doctrinal treatment of union life (the mystical union between believer and Christ which offers hope for victory in the believer's life)?
a. Luke b. Acts c. Romans d. Hebrews e. Philippians
e. Philippians
82
Where would you go (one book) for the doctrine of the fall of the human race into sin?
a. Romans b. Acts c. James d. Jude e. 2 Peter
a. Romans
83
Where would you go (one book) for a historical account of the fall of the human race into sin?
a. Genesis b. Zephaniah c. Acts d. Hebrews e. none of these
a. Genesis
84
Where would you go (one book) for the Pauline treatment of "giving" in the church?
a. Romans b. Galatians c. Ephesians d. 1 Corinthians e. 2 Corinthians
e. 2 Corinthians
85
Where would you go (one book) for God's instructions for building the tabernacle "after the pattern?"
a. Hebrews b. Exodus c. Leviticus d. Ezekiel e. none of these
b. Exodus
86
Where would you go (one book) for the New Testament typological interpretation of much of the Old Testament system?
a. Matthew b. Acts c. Hebrews d. Revelations e. none of these
a. Matthew
87
Which of the following chapters contain an emphasis about the nature and outworking of love in the believer's life? Mark any that are correct.
a. 1 John 3, 4 b. Romans 12 c. 1 Corinthians 12 d. Matthew 5-7
a. 1 John 3, 4 c. 1 Corinthians 13
88
Which of the following books help us to significantly understand more about the doctrine of God as illustrated by the Father imagery?
a. Matthew b. John c. Romans d. Revelations e. Job f. Jude
b. John c. Romans d. Revelations
89
Where would you go (two books) to understand the Pauline teaching on spiritual warfare with the spirit world?
a. Romans b. Galatians c. Ephesians d. Colossians e. 1 Timothy
c. Ephesians
90
Where would you go (one book) to get the fullest treatment of the Pauline view on the nature and purpose of the church?
a. Romans b. Galatians c. Ephesians d. 2 Timothy e. Titus
c. Ephesians
91
Where would you go (one book) for a Biblical account of the creation?
a. Genesis b. Job c. Acts d. Romans e. Hebrews
a. Genesis
92
Where would you go (one book) for a Biblical account of the creation?
a. Genesis b. Job c. Acts d. Romans e. Hebrews
a. Genesis
93
Where would you go (one book) for a concise philosophical statement of the incarnation of Jesus?
a. Job 38:1-11 b. Proverbs 8:22-31 c. John 1:1-14 d. Matthew 1:18-25 e. Luke 2:1-7 f. Hebrews 1:1-14
d. Matthew 1: 18-25
94
Where would you go (two books to get historical accounts of the virgin birth of Christ?
a. Luke b. Matthew c. Acts d. Mark e. John
a. Luke b. Matthew
95
Which three of the following books in the Old Testament would probably be of the most use in helping you to learn about God-His nature, and some attributes treated abstractly, conceptually, or philosophically.
a. Genesis b. Job c. Joshua d. Isaiah e. Proverbs f. Psalms
a. Genesis
96
Where would you go (one book) to get an account of the Upper Room discourse between Jesus and his disciples just before he was crucified?
a. Acts. b. Matthew c. Mark d. Luke e. John f. 1 John
e. John
97
Where would you go (one answer) to get teaching on the believer and resurrection life?
a. Matthew 16 b. Luke 12-14 c. John 13-17 d. 1 Corinthians 15 e. Jude
1 Corinthians 15
98
Where would you go ( one answer) to see a list of Old Testament heroes and heroines of the faith?
a. 1 Corinthians 13 b. Acts 7 c. Acts 9 d. Hebrews 11 e. Matthew 1
d. Hebrews 11
99
Where would you go in the Old Testament (3 books) to see highlighted God's repeated miraculous or supernatural interventions in the affairs of non-followers to accomplish His purposes?
a. Exodus b. Joshua c. Ruth d. Daniel e. Zephaniah
a. Exodus c. Joshua c. Daniel
100
Where would you go in the Old Testament (2 answers) to get some indications concerning the resurrection?
a. Genesis 50 b. Exodus 3 c. Job 19 d. Daniel 12 e. Psalms 51
c. Job 19 d. Daniel 12
101
If you could only go one book, where would you go for an in depth treatment of last things?
a. Daniel b. Zechariah c. 1 Thessalonians d. Revelations e. John
d. Revelations
102
Which of the following Old Testament Books mentions Satan by the name "Satan" as interfering in human affairs? (mark any correct answers)
a. Genesis b. Isaiah c. Ezekiel d. Job e. 1 Chronicles f. Zechariah
d. Job e. 1 Chronicles f. Zechariah
103
Which three books of the following give some insight into spiritual warfare in the heavenlies?
a. Genesis b. Obadiah c. 1 Thessalonians d. Daniel e. 2 Corinthians f. Ephesians
d. Daniel e. 2 Corinthians f. Ephesians
104
Which of the following in the New Testament mention the evil One by the names-Satan, or the Tempter, or the devil, or Prince of this World, the God of this Age-and give insights about his operations?
a. Matthew b. Mark c. Luke d. John e. 2 Corinthians f. 1 Peter
a. Matthew b. Mark c. Luke d. John e. 2 Corinthians f. 1 Peter
