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1
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The common name for the original manuscripts of the Bible are called?

A

Autographs

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Give a reason why the New Testament was written in Greek

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This was the common language of the Roman world and it was a statement that God had made salvation available to all men.

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3
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The author of the Bible is?

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God

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4
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True or False

In early years of the church the only part of the Bible available to it was the Old Testament

A

True

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5
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About how long after the New Testament was given to the church was it that the common person could have their own copy of the Bible?

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1700 years

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6
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Existing manuscripts can be generally classified into four groups. Name them.

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a. Hebrew manuscripts of the OT
b. Greek manuscripts of the OT
c. Greek manuscripts of the NT
d. Other translations of the NT (These are copies of early translations)

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7
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The word Testament means?

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Will, Covenant, Contract

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8
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What were majuscules?

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Greek manuscripts written in capital letters during the first five centuries AD.

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9
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The number of original manuscripts that have survived until now are?

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Zero

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10
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What was the version the Lord mostly quoted from?

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The Septuagint

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11
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True or False

The Jewish scribes destroyed worn copies of manuscripts.

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True

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12
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What method has Satan used in his attempt to destroy God’s word?

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By substituting a counterfeit version for the original, Genesis 3:1-5

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13
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Which of the following is a true statement about the word of God, called the Bible?

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It has been faithfully preserved.

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14
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The Vulgate was the first version that had serious differences to the doctrine of the apostles. It was written in which language?

A

Latin

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15
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Who was the author of The Vulgate?

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Jerome

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16
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The first translation of the Bible into English was done by?

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John Wycliffe

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17
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Desiderius Erasmus was inspired by what items brought to Western Europe by Christian scholars fleeing from invasion?

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Greek manuscripts

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18
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The Bible was broken into chapters in AD 1270 by?

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Cardinal Hugo

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19
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Who invented the moveable type printing press in Europe?

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A german called Gutenburg

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20
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The printing press in Europe was first used to print the Bible around which year?

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1450 AD

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21
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What percentage of the wording of the King James Bible is attributed to William Tyndale?

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90%

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22
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Tyndale was killed by those opposing his work on the bible. How did he die?

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Strangled and burnt at the stake after having been pursued, betrayed and imprisoned at the instigation of the Catholic church.

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23
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What year was the whole Bible first printed in English?

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1535 by Miles Cloverdale

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24
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The translation known as the King James Version was completed in which year?

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1611 AD

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25
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Give three reasons why the Geneva Bible was important?

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  1. It divided the text into verses
  2. It used the more easily read Roman type.
  3. It was the first to use italics for words the translators had added for the sake of English idiom
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26
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Give two reasons why the Apocrypha isn’t recognised by the Protestant Church.

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  1. There is no reference to the Apocrypha in the NT.

2. It contains a great deal of legendary nonsense and some gross historical errors.

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27
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How many scholars were appointed to the translation committee?

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47

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28
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The number of majority text manuscripts that support the New Testament are?

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Over 5000

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29
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Which of the following was not on the translation committee for the revision?

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Tischendorf

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30
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True or False
The name of the two manuscripts Westcott and Hort mainly relied on to produce their Greek version were the Vaticanus and Sinaiticus.

A

True

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31
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Westcott and Hort did not believe which of the following?

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The protestant church was permanent

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32
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Where were the manuscripts Vaticanus (also called Codex B) and Sinaiticus (also called Codex Aleph) found?

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In Roman Catholic institutions.

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33
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The revision of the KJV undertaken in 1870 was mainly based upon…?

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The minority text

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34
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Name three of Origen’s strange doctrines?

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His teachings were trinitarian, paganistic, philosophical and Neo-Platonic that he said were Christian.

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35
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Where and when was the Vaticanus found?

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The Pope’s library in 1481 AD

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36
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Where and when was the Sinaiticus found?

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In a waste receptacle, in St Catherine’s convent on Mt Sinai in 1844 AD

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37
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What was Westcott and Hort’s opinion of the King James Bible?

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They hated it.

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38
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The aim of this series is to help the student…?

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Know the purpose and plot of each book of the Bible.

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39
Q

A first step in being able to understand the contents of a book is not called a…?

A

Guess

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40
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When a book seems to jump from idea to another without an obvious link it is because….?

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The overall purpose and plot of the book is not understood.

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41
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The Bible __________ rewritten in a simple form for all the understand with a few hours of reading.

A

Can’t be

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42
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The pastor should watch over your spiritual development _________ ?

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Continually

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43
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Millions of Trinitarians have a Bible but ___________?

A

Never come to a knowledge of the truth.

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44
Q

Upon reaching the end of a chapter, it is best to ______?

A

Continue on with the next chapter

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45
Q

Most epistles usually advise the main matter addressed ______?

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Early and at the end.

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46
Q

Who can understand the Bible without a teacher?

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No one

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47
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Considering the context of a difficult portion of Scripture is important to understanding it ______?

A

Always

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48
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The purpose of a book is understood when ______?

A

It harmonises throughout.

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49
Q

When reading most of us deal with words or phrases we dont understand by ______?

A

Skipping it

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50
Q

The teacher/disciple principle used by the Lord with his disciples should be used _______?

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With all saints

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51
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Describe the unhelpful practice called the “skillming method” in this lesson?

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Searching for and memorising certain verses because of special meaning or doctrinal value. The effect of using Scripture in this way causes vague understanding.

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52
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When the Apostle Paul said “I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me” he meant _____?

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He could live for Christ having little or much

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53
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What is the first step to be taken in determining the main message of a book?

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Read through the book in a few sessions, small books in one.

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54
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When determining the main message of a book when are interlinear bibles and commentaries etc referred to?

A

Last

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55
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How the UPC reaches a wide understanding of Acts 2:38 illustrates _______?

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How we should view all scripture.

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56
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Jude is a small book near the end of the NT so that means it is _____?

A

As important as the others

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57
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When Jude wrote his letter the church had ?

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Ungodly teachers of false doctrine

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58
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Judes warning about ungodly men was in relation to?

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The church

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59
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God is able to keep us from falling if we?

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Pray in the Holy Ghost.

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60
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Explain the theme of Jude

A

The theme is that despite treacherous, dangerous attacks that will be within the church, the saints are able to remain faithful by God’s preservation.

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61
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In the context of Jude, what does the word “preserved” mean?

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It means God keeps his people from falling if they walk by faith.

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62
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Which of the following statements is true about John’s Gospel?

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Believers have life through his name.

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63
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One of the following is not one of the great verses describing that life is in Jesus?

A

John 10:1

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64
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What was John the Baptist’s mission?

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To preach that Jesus was the Word incarnate and the one who would baptise with the Holy Spirit.

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65
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What was Jesus referring to when he said he would raise up the destroyed temple in three days?

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The raising of the temple of his body from death.

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66
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Who was the bridegrooms friend?

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John the Baptist

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67
Q

The woman Jesus met at the well was a?

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Samaritan

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68
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What did the raising from the dead of the nobleman’s son reveal about Jesus?

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He had power over death

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69
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Chapters 5 & 6 of John say much about what particular aspect of Jesus?

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He is the giver of life

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70
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Which of Jesus teachings caused many of his disciples to go back?

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“Except you eat the flesh of the Son of man and drink his blood you have no life in you.” John 6:53

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71
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At the Feast of Tabernacles Jesus spake about believers receiving the Holy Ghost. When did he give it?

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On the day of Pentecost following His resurrection.

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72
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When Jesus told the Jews the truth could make them free they denied they were in bondage. Which nation’s army occupied Israel at that time?

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Rome

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73
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Who was the person related to all of the Jews who rejoiced to see Jesus’ day?

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Abraham

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74
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What was the reaction of the Jewish leaders to the raising of Lazarus?

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They determined to have Jesus killed.

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75
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Chapters 14 to 16 of John centre on which aspect?

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Jesus’ divinity

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76
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Write the words of John 20:31

A

“But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing, ye might have life through His name.”

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77
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Write the words of John 3:5

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“Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.”

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78
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How was the church at Rome failing?

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Though it was attempting live by the law it was hypocritical in that it was doing the very thing it was criticising others for.

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79
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What was Paul’s attitude about preaching to those who were not Jews?

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He felt responsible to preach the gospel to all nationalities.

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80
Q

The knowledge of the invisible things of God, including His Godhead is ______?

A

Revealed

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81
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The church in Rome had a huge problem with sin because ______?

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Some tried to live for God by the OT law

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82
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Abraham _________ God and it was counted unto him for ________

A

believed, righteousness

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83
Q

The righteous are justified by _______?

A

Faith

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84
Q

The law is fulfilled in those who ______?

A

Walk after the Spirit

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85
Q

What makes us children of Abraham?

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He is the father of all who live by faith, Romans 4:11-13

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86
Q

Explain how Paul countered the false accusation that under grace it was permissible to sin.

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Paul explained that those who are baptised into Christ have died to the flesh and therefore dead to sin’s temptation. Romans 6:2-12

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87
Q

Being free from sin God’s people become the servants of ______?

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Righteousness

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88
Q

By being baptised in the name of Jesus Christ, the convert is baptised into Jesus’ ______?

A

Death

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89
Q

The law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made the saints free from ______?

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The law of sin and death.

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90
Q

Give the reference from Romans that states those who don’t have the Holy Spirit don’t belong to Christ.

A

Romans 8:9

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91
Q

Nothing can separate the love of God from ____?

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Us

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92
Q

In the book of Romans the Gentiles are called a wild olive tree and Israel is called?

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Natural olive branches

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93
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Explain in a few sentences what will happen to the nation of Israel when the age of the Gentiles finishes?

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God will reinstate Israel to the special relationship it had with him until it broke their covenant with him. He will again show mercy and salvation to Israel.

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94
Q

Rulers are not a terror to those who do _______ works but to those who do ______ works

A

Good, evil

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95
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Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is the fulfilling of the _____

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Law

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96
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Explain in a few sentences how saints should treat those who have different views on food laws and holy days.

A

In the spirit of brotherly love and unity we are not to make an issue with those who hold one day above others or refuse to eat meat. The stronger members should be tolerant towards the weak and love all of God’s people, being of one mind.

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97
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What did the churches in Macedonia and Achaia do for the churches in Jerusalem?

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Sent an offering for the poor saints.

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98
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What was the spirit with which the book of Corinthians was written?

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The Spirit of Grace and Peace

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99
Q

A major cause of division in the Corinthian church was ….?

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Individuals glorifying preachers

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100
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Name the four persons the Corinthians claimed to be following?

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Christ, Paul, Apollos, Peter (Cephas).

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101
Q

Concerning the gospel, God has made the wisdom of this world _____?

A

Foolishness

102
Q

Name the kind of wisdom God gives those who walk after the Spirit?

A

Having the mind of Christ

103
Q

What marked the Corinthians as carnal and spiritual babes?

A

Envy, strife and divisions.

104
Q

How were the Corinthians to treat a brother if he was “a fornicator, covetous, an idolater, a railer, a drunkard, or an extortioner?”

A

There were avoid fellowship with the person. This only concerned those in the church, there was no such advice concerning the unsaved.

105
Q

The sin of fornication was a serious problem in the Corinthian church. How dangerous is it to God’s people in our time?

A

Extremely

106
Q

Is the fact that a spouse is not a believer and wont go to church good enough cause to divorce?

A

No

107
Q

Paul told the Corinthian church he did not take offerings from them because…?

A

He did not want to cause a stumbling block

108
Q

Which of the following statements is incorrect?

a. To the weak Paul was as weak.
b. To the Jews he was a Jew.
c. To the proud he was proud
d. To them under the law as under the law.

A

c. To the proud he was proud

109
Q

How many Israelites were destroyed in one day because of fornication?

A

23,000

110
Q

Who taught Paul about the Lord’s supper?

A

The Lord Jesus

111
Q

When dealing with hair in chapter 11 of 1 Corinthains, mention is made to “the head.” Describe the nature of the head in that setting.

A

Paul was giving instruction on God’s authority in the church and home. He was not referring to the skull but “headship.”

112
Q

Many call 1 Corinthians 13 the “love chapter.” It its context, what is it’s main purpose?

A

Love and care for others rather than pride or self-exultation as the correct attitude that should motivate those used in the gifts of the Spirit.

113
Q

Name all nine gifts of the Spirit.

A
  1. Word of Wisdom
  2. Word of Knowledge
  3. Faith
  4. Healing
  5. Working of Miracles
  6. Prophecy
  7. Discerning of spirits
  8. Diverse kinds of tongues
  9. Interpretation of tongues
114
Q

God has set some in the church, first ______, secondly ________, thirdly _______

A

Apostles, prophets, teachers

115
Q

When teaching on Spiritual gifts who did Paul say could speak in tongues?

A

All

116
Q

When teaching on Spiritual gifts who did Paul say could prophecy?

A

All

117
Q

Which chapter in 1 Corinthians gives the order of resurrection events?

A

Chapter 15

118
Q

In the start of the epistle the main feeling shown toward the Corinthian church is ….?

A

Concern and comfort

119
Q

Why did Paul change his mind about visit them for a time?

A

He did not want to add to their grief because the chastisement that had to be given.

120
Q

What troubled Paul’s spirit at Troas?

A

Titus had not arrived.

121
Q

What was the nature of Paul’s personal reference?

A

The lives of the saints at Corinth

122
Q

Why did Paul need to defend his reputation?

A

There were many corrupters of God’s word who challenged Paul’s authority.

123
Q

The Ten Commandments which is that which was written and engraved in stones are called the ministration of ?

A

Death and the ministration of condemnation

124
Q

If the gospel is hidden, it is hidden to them who are ?

A

Lost

125
Q

What was the purpose of Paul’s many tribulations?

A

When they witnessed God’s grace in Paul, his tribulations were for the benefit of the church.

126
Q

Describe filthiness of the spirit.

A

Idolatry and false doctrine

127
Q

The Macedonian was ?

A

Very poor

128
Q

Those who give little will receive ?

A

Little

129
Q

In our warfare what are the strongholds that are brought down?

A

Imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ.

130
Q

What was Paul’s boast about?

A

His infirmities, sufferings he had endured for the gospel’s sake.

131
Q

2 Corinthians was written because the church ____?

A

All didn’t accept his authority and correction.

132
Q

Paul asked the Lord to remove the thorn of suffering from him ____?

A

Three times

133
Q

Explain the signficance of the pronouns “we” and “ye” in Ephesians 1 : 11 & 12

A

Ephesians is addressed to two groups of people “we” (Jews) and “ye” (Gentiles). The understanding of this is critical to understanding much of this Epistle.

134
Q

When did the Gentiles hear the preaching of salvation through Christ?

A

Salvation came to the Gentiles after the Jews had it preached to them.

135
Q

Of whom was Paul a prisoner?

A

Jesus Christ

136
Q

What was Paul referring to when he mentioned the mystery that had been hidden?

A

In the church the Gentiles have equal access to God’s power and blessings.

137
Q

Paul was the apostle to which people?

A

The Gentiles

138
Q

The words “one Lord, one faith, one baptism” were meant for what purpose?

A

They stated that the same Lord, faith and baptism were for Jews and Gentiles in the church.

139
Q

The teaching that husbands are to love their wives is symbolic of ______ and _______

A

Christ and the church

140
Q

While much of Ephesians teaches submission there is one situation where God’s people are to fight and resist. When is that?

A

When resisting the wiles (cunning) of the Devil.

141
Q

The armour of God is ____?

A

To be continually in use.

142
Q

Who taught Paul his doctrine?

A

The Lord Jesus

143
Q

What caused Paul to marvel?

A

That the Galatians had moved away from the doctrine that he had taught them.

144
Q

Paul’s ministry was mainly to which group of people?

A

Gentiles

145
Q

Explain why Paul rebuked the apostle Peter.

A

Peter would not eat with Gentiles when church elders from Jerusalem visited Galatia.

146
Q

Explain why God added the Mosaic Law on top of his covenant with Abraham.

A

It was added because of transgressions, till Christ came.

147
Q

How do we fulfill the Law?

A

It is fulfilled when we love the brethren fervently.

148
Q

Of what are Sarah and Agar types?

A

The two covenants representing Mount Sinai (Mosaic Law) and Jerusalem which is above (the church).

149
Q

List the nine fruits of the spirit.

A

Love, joy, peace, longsufdfering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness and temperance

150
Q

What should mature saints do when a brother or sister goes into sin?

A

Restore in a spirit of meekness

151
Q

Write the words of Galations 5:14

A

For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

152
Q

From Philippians the aspect of Jesus’ life we are to follow is his …..?

A

Humility

153
Q

The terms “your fellowship” and “partakers of my grace” were referring to what?

A

Offerings sent from the Philippian church to Paul.

154
Q

______ of purpose and _____ for each other in ______ was required.

A

Unity, care, humility

155
Q

Why did Paul send Epaphroditus to the Philippians?

A

Because the Philippians knew he had been close to death. He was concerned for their care for him so he longed to bring relief to their sorrow.

156
Q

What was the cause of Epaphroditus’ serious illness?

A

For the work of Christ

157
Q

What were the three kinds of people Paul warned about?

A

Dogs (perverts), evil workers (members who wilfully sinned), the concision (Judaisers)

158
Q

The word “all” specifically refers to which people in the book of Colossians

A

Jews and Gentiles as one group

159
Q

What was the mystery of the gospel according to Colossians?

A

The mystery of Christ was salvation for the Gentiles

160
Q

Quote Colossians 2:8-9

A

Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the traditions of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ. For in him dwelleth all the fullness of the Godhead bodily.

161
Q

From Chapter 3 of Colossians, list the four stage progression of growth in a saint’s life.

A

Stage 1 - Being dead to the flesh, wicked deeds were no longer to be committed.
Stage 2 - Next turn from un-Christlike behaviour.
Stage 3 - Compassion, mercy, longsuffering and forgiveness is exhibited towards each other.
Stage 4 - Love of the brethren and brings glory to the name of the Lord.

162
Q

Were any of Paul’s epistles excluded from the bible?

A

Yes

163
Q

Paul personally wrote which part of the Colossian epistle?

A

The salutation

164
Q

What is the event spoken of at the end of each chapter of 1 Thessalonians?

A

The hope of the resurrection when Jesus comes to take the church to glory.

165
Q

Why was the faith of the Thessalonian church well known?

A

Having received the word of God in much affliction, they became an inspiration to all the believers in Greece and beyond.

166
Q

The Thessalonian Church was experiencing:

a) revival
b) great persecution
c) signs and wonders
d) stagnation

A

b) great persecution

167
Q

Paul warned against a terrible type of sin in 1 Thessalonians. What was it?

A

Fornication

168
Q

Who hindered Paul from returning to the Thessalonians?

A

Satan

169
Q

The Thessalonians were examples to saints in which area?

A

Macedonia and Achaia

170
Q

When Jesus returns what will happen to those who died living for Christ?

A

They will rise first, then the living will rise with them to meet the Lord in the air.

171
Q

What is the destiny of those who are not taken in the rapture?

A

They will suffer the wrath of God that the church will escape

172
Q

The “day of the Lord” will not come as a thief in the night to the?

a) Jews
b) World
c) Backsliders
d) Church

A

d) Church

173
Q

What did they Thessalonians fear?

A

They thought they were going through the tribulation.

174
Q

Describe how the church was to treat disorderly members who didn’t accept the gospel?

A

It was to separate disorderly brethren from their company. They were to disfellowship them.

175
Q

Those who don’t know God will?

a. suffer eternal destruction
b. be annihilated
c. suffer for a short time
d. be forgiven

A

a. suffer eternal destruction

176
Q

What is the main message of 1 Timothy?

A

To uphold true doctrine and not be sidetracked by OT law

177
Q

Who is the law for?

A

The laws is for the ungodly and all kinds of sinful persons.

178
Q

Paul’s ministry was mainly to which group?

A

Gentiles

179
Q

1 Timothy 3:16 is a great Oneness scripture. Explain what it’s original purpose is?

A

It was to teach the mystery of godliness. The mystery is that the Gentiles can be saved through the gospel being preached to them.

180
Q

Explain the meaning of the phrayse “Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treads the corn.”

A

It means the ministry are not to be stopped from living off the tithes and offerings that come into the church.

181
Q

What is the circumstance where ministry can partake of wine?

A

For medicinal purposes

182
Q

A characteristic of the church in the last days is:

a. its strength
b. it will not endure good doctrine
c. its mighty preachers
d. its weak power

A

b. it will not endure good doctrine

183
Q

From 1 Timothy Chapter 6, list all they spiritual advantages of being rich.

A

There are none

184
Q

Who were Timothy’s two examples for faith?

A

His mother and Grandmother

185
Q

Who turned aside from Paul?

A

All they in Asia

186
Q

Give the name of the disciple who was faithful when others fell away?

A

Onesiphorus

187
Q

An outstanding feature of 2nd Timothy is those who:

a. loved Paul
b. had died
c. were preachers
d. co-workers who had fallen away

A

d. co-workers who had fallen away

188
Q

Why would the last days have more perilous times?

A

People would be lovers of themselves rather than lovers God, having a form of godliness.

189
Q

What was Timothy instructed to do when experiencing opposition in the church?

A

Continue to preach the word

190
Q

Quote 2 Timothy 3:16-17

A

All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.

191
Q

Who are those described as having itching ears?

A

Those who won’t endure sound doctrine.

192
Q

Who was the faithful co-worker with Paul?

a. Alexander the coppersmith
b. Tychicus
c. Demas
d. Phygellus

A

Tychicus

193
Q

What is the common faith?

A

Grace through the church for Jews and Gentile

194
Q

Paul left Titus at Crete so as to:

a. pray they would receive the HG
b. start a church
c. set things in order
d. do nothing

A

c. set things in order

195
Q

How were those in Titus who were persistent in false doctrine to be treated?

A

They were to be disfellowshipped (rejected).

196
Q

Write the words of Titus 2:13

A

Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ.

197
Q

Onesimus relationship to Philemon had been as:

a. Church Member
b. Nephew
c. Friend
d. Slave

A

d. Slave

198
Q

Why should Philemon accept Onesimus back?

A

He had been converted by Paul and was judged as a beloved brother.

199
Q

Paul’s attitude to slavery was one of:

a. tolerance
b. horrow
c. disbelief
d. rejection

A

a. tolerance

200
Q

The purpose of the Epistle of James was to warn of the consequences of:

a. backsliding
b. not being a Jew
c. division
d. the second coming

A

a. backsliding

201
Q

To which group of people was James written to?

A

Jews

202
Q

Give another word of “patience.”

A

Endurance

203
Q

In the epistle of James, understanding the purpose of trials is called _______

A

Wisdom

204
Q

A double minded person:

a. has doubts
b. has an inconsistent spiritual life
c. has a split personality
d. was very strong

A

b. has an inconsistent spiritual life

205
Q

What was meant by “to visit the fatherless and windows in their affliction?”

A

It meant to alleviate their needs by giving to their needs for food, clothing etc.

206
Q

In a few sentences describe the failing of the Hebrews in the church in the book of James.

A

They gave honour to the rich while the poor were despised. Respect for the rich over the poor was a breah of the law as much as the breaking of any commandment.

207
Q

Describe the good works that were needed by the Jews to make their faith active.

A

It meant they were to give assistance to the poor in the church.

208
Q

Under the title, the theme of the book of Hebrews is described as ________?

A

Consequences of backsliding

209
Q

The book of Hebrews begins by describing the supreme greatness, glory, authority, and power o who?

A

Jesus Christ

210
Q

How did God testify the doctrines preached by Peter and the other apostles were correct?

A

Through signs, and wonders, and with divers miracles and gifts of the Holy Ghost.

211
Q

Jesus is called our ______?

A

High Priest

212
Q

What is the main characteristic attributed to his office?

A

Compassion

213
Q

What is the nature of the Sabbath the church is to observe?

A

Is not keeping the seventh day of the week as a holy day. It’s ceasing from the works of the flesh, sin.

214
Q

True or False

The blood of bulls and goats can pay the penalty of our sings.

A

False

215
Q

Christ’s priesthood was the fulfilment of which priesthood?

a. Aaron
b. Abraham
c. Levi
d. Melchisedec

A

d. Melchisedec

216
Q

Jesus is the mediator of the ______ Testament

A

New

217
Q

Jesus’ priesthood replaced the ________ priesthod

A

Levitical

218
Q

Living by faith is:

a. having visions
b. never been sick
c. not going back into sin
d. believing God will do what we ask

A

c. not going back into sin

219
Q

True or False

1st Peter was one of the few NT books written particularly for Gentiles.

A

True

220
Q

The word “strangers” means _______?

A

Gentiles, particularly those in the church

221
Q

What has the church received from God that the OT prophets and heavenly angels wanted to know more about.

A

The salvation that should, has come to the church through the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should follow.

222
Q

What is the reward for faithfulness?

A

Salvation of our souls at the appearing of Christ.

223
Q

What indicates a saint has reached spiritual maturity?

A

Spiritual maturity is reached when a genuine, fervent love for the brethren is maintained in a person’s life.

224
Q

Being built upon the foundation Christ, the elect have been appointed to several high offices. Name three of them.

A
  1. Chosen Generation
  2. Royal Priesthood
  3. Holy Nation
225
Q

Honour all ______, love the ______, fear ______, honour the _______

A

men, brotherhood, God, king

226
Q

Circle the correct answer. Servants be subject to:

a. strict
b. gentle
c. all
d. fair
e. violent masters (bosses)

A

c. all

227
Q

What is baptism is likened to?

A

Noah’s ark wherein few were saved

228
Q

It is better to suffer for _______ doing than for ______ doing.

A

well, evil

229
Q

What reaction should we have when reproached for the name of Christ?

A

Rejoice, feel blessed because we are partakers of Christ’s sufferings.

230
Q

Who was the book of 2nd Peter addressed to?

A

To those of like faith

231
Q

What does increased grace and peace come through?

a. faith in Jesus Christ
b. the knowledge of God and of Jesus Christ
c. persecution
d. fellowship with the saints

A

b. the knowledge of God and of Jesus Christ

232
Q

What indicates maturity in the saints?

A

When the saints love each other.

233
Q

Name three of the assurances what the apostles taught was of God and not fables.

A
  1. The apostles witnessed Christ’s glory when they heard God speak in the mount.
  2. No scripture is of private interpretation
  3. Prophets only spake when moved upon by the HG.
234
Q

What was the main reason for 2nd Peter being written? To warn of:

a. insurrection
b. false Christs
c. worldliness
d. false teachers

A

d. false teachers

235
Q

The form of destruction reserved for the heavens and the earth is?

A

Fire that will dissolve both. 2 Peter 3:10,11

236
Q

What is the antidote to being led away from the error of the wicked?

A

Grow in grace and the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

237
Q

2nd Peter has a similar message to the book of:

a. Hebrews
b. 1st Peter
c. Acts
d. Jude

A

d. Jude

238
Q

1st John’s opening remarks are linked to what other books?

A

Genesis and John’s Gospel

239
Q

Who had John seen, heard and handled in 1st John?

A

God manifested in the flesh

240
Q

We are to walk in the light:

a. according to our understanding
b. with all our ability
c. as he is in the light
d. sometimes

A

c. as he is in the light

241
Q

What indicates we are walking in the light?

A

When we have fellowship with God’s people.

242
Q

Those who say they know the Lord but don’t keep his commandments are:

a. liars
b. acceptable to God
c. mistaken
d. close enough

A

a. liars

243
Q

The warnings about antichrists refer to?

A

Those who had left the church and wanted to subvert others in it.

244
Q

Name an indication of loving the brethren

A

We help when they have needs; it is more than words.

245
Q

False prophets have the:

a. Holy Spirit
b. wilful spirit
c. spirit of antichrist
d. spirit of joy

A

c. spirit of antichrist

246
Q

Write the words of 1 John 4:8

A

He that loveth not, knoweth not God; for God is love.

247
Q

Who are not to be received in 2nd John?

A

Those of the truth who have fallen into false doctrine

248
Q

John’s appearance to that church with more teaching who have what affect on the church?

A

It would complete their joy.

249
Q

What brought John much joy?

A

The church continued to walk in truth.

250
Q

What activity was Gaius involved with?

A

He was a helper of preachers of the truth who went on missions.

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