2PartConsecutiveVerses Flashcards
(125 cards)
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20pt 2-part question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 6.
Paul sent whom, and why?
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E 6:21 Tychicus, the dear brother and faithful servant in the Lord, will tell you everything, so that you also may know how I am and what I am doing E 6:22 I am sending him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are, and that he may encourage you.
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20pt 2-part question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 2.
You may become what, and why?
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Phs 2:15 so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.” Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky Phs 2:16 as you hold firmly to the word of life. And then I will be able to boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor in vain.
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20pt 2-part question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled “Jew and Gentile Reconciled through Christ”.
How did Christ destroy the dividing wall of hostility, and why?
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E 2:15 by setting aside in his flesh the law with its commands and regulations.His purpose was to create in himself one new humanity out of the two, thus making peace, E 2:16 and in one body to reconcile both of them to God through the cross, by which he put to death their hostility.
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20pt 2-part question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section of Ephesians titled “Thanksgiving and Prayer.”
What may be enlightened and why?
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E 1:18 I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people, E 1:19 and his incomparably great power for us who believe.
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20pt 2-part question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled “Living as Those Made Alive in Christ.”
Do not do what and why?
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C 3:9 Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices C 3:10 and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Colossians chapter 2.
God forgave what and canceled what?
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C 2:13 When you were dead in your sins and in the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made you alive with Christ. He forgave us all our sins, C 2:14 having canceled the charge of our legal indebtedness, which stood against us and condemned us; he has taken it away, nailing it to the cross.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Colossians chapter 2.
How do verses 9 and 10 describe Jesus?
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C 2:9 For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form, C 2:10 and in Christ you have been brought to fullness. He is the head over every power and authority.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Colossians chapter 3.
Let the peace of Christ do what, and the message of Christ do what?
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C 3:15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. C 3:16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Colossians chapter 3.
What is coming and why?
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C 3:5 Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry. C 3:6 Because of these, the wrath of God is coming.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Colossians chapter 3.
What should we let the peace of Christ do, and what should we let the message of Christ do?
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C 3:15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. C 3:16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 1.
God made known what to us that will be put into effect when?
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E 1:9 he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed in Christ, E 1:10 to be put into effect when the times reach their fulfillment-to bring unity to all things in heaven and on earth under Christ.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 1.
How do verses 22 and 23 describe Jesus?
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E 1:22 And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, E 1:23 which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 1.
In what does God work out everything, and why?
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E 1:11 In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will, E 1:12 in order that we, who were the first to put our hope in Christ, might be for the praise of his glory.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 1.
Paul hadn’t stopped doing what, and kept doing what?
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E 1:16 I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. E 1:17 I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 3.
Being rooted and established in love, Paul prayed the Ephesians would have what and know what?
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E 3:18 may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, E 3:19 and to know this love that surpasses knowledge-that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 3.
Paul prayed that the Ephesians would have power to grasp what, and to know what?
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E 3:18 may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, E 3:19 and to know this love that surpasses knowledge- that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 3.
The manifold wisdom of God should be made known to whom, according to what?
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E 3:10 His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms, E 3:11 according to his eternal purpose that he accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 5.
How did Paul tell his readers to be imitators of God and how did he tell them to live a life of love?
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E 5:1 Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children E 5:2 and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Galatians chapter 1.
Who heard what?
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G 1:22 I was personally unknown to the churches of Judea that are in Christ. G 1:23 They only heard the report: “The man who formerly persecuted us is now preaching the faith he once tried to destroy.”
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Galatians chapter 2.
Who know what?
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G 2:15 We who are Jews by birth and not sinful Gentiles G 2:16 know that a person is not justified by the works of the law, but by faith in Jesus Christ. So we, too, have put our faith in Christ Jesus that we may be justified by faith in Christ and not by the works of the law, because by the works of the law no one will be justified.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Galatians chapter 4.
Give Paul’s fear and his plea.
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G 4:11 I fear for you, that somehow I have wasted my efforts on you. G 4:12 I plead with you, brothers and sisters, become like me, for I became like you. You did me no wrong.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Philemon.
How do verses 10 and 11 describe Onesimus?
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Phn 1:10 that I appeal to you for my son Onesimus, who became my son while I was in chains. Phn 1:11 Formerly he was useless to you, but now he has become useful both to you and to me.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Philemon.
Paul would have liked what, but did not want what?
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Phn 1:13 I would have liked to keep him with me so that he could take your place in helping me while I am in chains for the gospel. Phn 1:14 But I did not want to do anything without your consent, so that any favor you do would not seem forced but would be voluntary.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 1.
In all his prayers, what did Paul do and why?
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Phs 1:4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy Phs 1:5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now,
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 2.
How do verses 6 and 7 describe Jesus?
Phs 2:6 Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage, Phs 2:7 but made himself nothing, by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Philippians.
Rather than being anxious, what should we do, and why?
Phs 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Phs 4:7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Philippians.
Who should continue to work out their salvation, and why?
Phs 2:12 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed- not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence- continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, Phs 2:13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the Philippians chapter 1.
What is better by far, and what is more necessary?
Phs 1:23 I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far; Phs 1:24 but it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Closing Appeal for Steadfastness and Unity".
Paul pleaded what, and asked what?
Phs 4:2 I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to be of the same mind in the Lord. Phs 4:3 Yes, and I ask you, my true companion, help these women since they have contended at my side in the cause of the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my co-workers, whose names are in the book of life.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Do Everything Without Grumbling".
Continue to do what, and why?
Phs 2:12 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed- not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence- continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, Phs 2:13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Hagar and Sarah".
What is free, and why?
G 4:26 But the Jerusalem that is above is free, and she is our mother. G 4:27 For it is written: "Be glad, barren woman, you who never bore a child; shout for joy and cry aloud, you who were never in labor; because more are the children of the desolate woman than of her who has a husband."
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Instructions for Christian Households".
After all what is true and why?
E 5:29 After all, no one ever hated their own body, but they feed and care for their body, just as Christ does the church- E 5:30 for we are members of his body.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Instructions for Christian Households".
Whatever you do, what should you do, and why?
C 3:23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, C 3:24 since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Made Alive in Christ".
The Ephesians were dead in what and followed what?
E 2:1 As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, E 2:2 in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Paul Accepted by the Apostles".
Who saw what?
G 2:6 As for those who were held in high esteem- whatever they were makes no difference to me; God does not show favoritism- they added nothing to my message G 2:7 On the contrary, they recognized that I had been entrusted with the task of preaching the gospel to the uncircumcised, just as Peter had been to the circumcised.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Timothy and Epaphroditus".
Paul thought what and why?
Phs 2:25 But I think it is necessary to send back to you Epaphroditus, my brother, co-worker and fellow soldier, who is also your messenger, whom you sent to take care of my needs. Phs 2:26 For he longs for all of you and is distressed because you heard he was ill.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses.
| According to Ephesians 5:1 and 5:2, what should we do?
E 5:1 Follow God's example, therefore, as dearly loved children E 5:2 and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses.
| According to Ephesians 6:19 and 6:20, what were the Colossians to do?
E 6:19 Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel, E 6:20 for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may declare it fearlessly, as I should.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses.
| How do Colossians 4:7 and 8 describe Tychicus?
C 4:7 Tychicus will tell you all the news about me. He is a dear brother, a faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord. C 4:8 I am sending him to you for the express purpose that you may know about our circumstances and that he may encourage your hearts.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses.
| How do Ephesians 3:7 and 8 describe Paul?
E 3:7 I became a servant of this gospel by the gift of God's grace given me through the working of his power. E 3:8 Although I am less than the least of all the Lord's people, this grace was given me: to preach to the Gentiles the boundless riches of Christ,
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses.
| How do Ephesians 4:15 and 16 describe Christ?
E 4:15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. E 4:16 From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses.
| The Philippians were granted what, and why?
Phs 1:29 For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him, Phs 1:30 since you are going through the same struggle you saw I had, and now hear that I still have.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 3 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 1.
Paul kept asking what, and prayed what?
E 1:17 I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. E 1:18 I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people, E 1:19 and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is the same as the mighty strength
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 3 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 4.
What did Christ give some to be and why?
E 4:11 So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, E 4:12 to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up E 4:13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 3 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 5.
What should not be among you and why?
E 5:3 But among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed, because these are improper for God's holy people. E 5:4 Nor should there be obscenity, foolish talk or coarse joking, which are out of place, but rather thanksgiving. E 5:5 For of this you can be sure: No immoral, impure or greedy person—such a person is an idolater—has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 3 consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 1.
In all his prayers, what did Paul do, and why?
Phs 1:4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy Phs 1:5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, Phs 1:6 being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 3 consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 2.
Because Christ became obedient to death, what did God do, and why?
Phs 2:9 Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, Phs 2:10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, Phs 2:11 and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 3 consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 2.
How should we do everything, and why?
Phs 2:14 Do everything without grumbling or arguing, Phs 2:15 so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation."" Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky Phs 2:16 as you hold firmly to the word of life. And then I will be able to boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor in vain.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 3 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Imitating Christ's Humility".
Because Christ became obedient to death, what did God do and why?
Phs 2:9 Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, Phs 2:10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, Phs 2:11 and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 3 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Made Alive in Christ".
Because of his great love for us, what did God do and why?
E 2:5 made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions-it is by grace you have been saved. E 2:6 And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, E 2:7 in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 3 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Spiritual Fullness in Christ".
What were the Colossians to see to and why?
C 2:8 See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ. C 2:9 For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form, C 2:10 and in Christ you have been brought to fullness. He is the head over every power and authority.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 3 consecutive verses. From the section titled "The Supremacy of the Son of God".
What happened to the Colossians once and what was happening now?
C 1:21 Once you were alienated from God and were enemies in your minds because of your evil behavior. C 1:22 But now he has reconciled you by Christ's physical body through death to present you holy in his sight, without blemish and free from accusation- C 1:23 if you continue in your faith, established and firm, and do not move from the hope held out in the gospel. This is the gospel that you heard and that has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven, and of which I, Paul, have become a servant.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 4 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 6.
What instructions to children did Paul give and what instructions to fathers did Paul give?
E 6:1 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. E 6:2 "Honor your father and mother"-which is the first commandment with a promise- E 6:3 "so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth." E 6:4 Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 4 consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 1.
What is a sign, and why?
Phs 1:27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel Phs 1:28 without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved-and that by God. Phs 1:29 For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him, Phs 1:30 since you are going through the same struggle you saw I had, and now hear that I still have.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 4 consecutive verses. From the section of Colossians titled "Thanksgiving and Prayer".
Paul always did what and why?
C 1:3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, C 1:4 because we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all God's people- C 1:5 the faith and love that spring from the hope stored up for you in heaven and about which you have already heard in the true message of the gospel C 1:6 that has come to you. In the same way, the gospel is bearing fruit and growing throughout the whole world-just as it has been doing among you since the day you heard it and truly understood God's grace.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 4 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Praise for Spiritual Blessings in Christ".
Paul praised whom and why?
E 1:3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. E 1:4 For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love E 1:5 he predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will- E 1:6 to the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given us in the One he loves.
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20pt 2-part Reference question. From 6 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Instructions for Christian Households".
What teaching did Paul address to "Wives" and what teaching did he address to "Husbands"?
E 5:22 Wives, submit yourselves to your own husbands as you do to the Lord. E 5:23 For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church, his body, of which he is the Savior. E 5:24 Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives should submit to their husbands in everything. E 5:25 Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her E 5:26 to make her holy, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word, E 5:27 and to present her to himself as a radiant church, without stain or wrinkle or any other blemish, but holy and blameless.
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from three consecutive verses. From the section of Philippians titled "Thanksgiving and Prayer."
What was Paul's prayer and why?
Phs 1:9 And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, Phs 1:10 so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, Phs 1:11 filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ-to the glory and praise of God.
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from three consecutive verses. From the section titled "Paul's Chains Advance the Gospel."
Describe latter preachers and describe former preachers.
Phs 1:15 It is true that some preach Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of goodwill. Phs 1:16 The latter do so out of love, knowing that I am put here for the defense of the gospel. Phs 1:17 The former preach Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely, supposing that they can stir up trouble for me while I am in chains.
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Colossians chapter 3.
How should slaves work and why?
C 3:23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, C 3:24 since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Galatians chapter 1.
How do verses 15 and 16 describe God?
G 1:15 But when God, who set me apart from my mother's womb and called me by his grace, was pleased G 1:16 to reveal his Son in me so that I might preach him among the Gentiles, my immediate response was not to consult any human being.
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Galatians chapter 4.
Describe the present Jerusalem and describe the Jerusalem that is above.
G 4:25 Now Hagar stands for Mount Sinai in Arabia and corresponds to the present city of Jerusalem, because she is in slavery with her children. G 4:26 But the Jerusalem that is above is free, and she is our mother.
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Galatians chapter 4.
How do verses 14 and 15 describe the Galatians?
G 4:14 and even though my illness was a trial to you, you did not treat me with contempt or scorn. Instead, you welcomed me as if I were an angel of God, as if I were Christ Jesus himself. G 4:15 Where, then, is your blessing of me now? I can testify that
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 1.
What did Paul expect and why?
Phs 1:20 I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. Phs 1:21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 1.
Why did Paul rejoice and why would he continue to rejoice?
Phs 1:18 But what does it matter? The important thing is that in every way, whether from false motives or true, Christ is preached. And because of this I rejoice. Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, Phs 1:19 for I know that through your prayers and God's provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance.
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 3.
Watch out for whom and why?
Phs 3:2 Watch out for those dogs, those evildoers, those mutilators of the flesh. Phs 3:3 For it is we who are the circumcision, we who serve God by his Spirit, who boast in Christ Jesus, and who put no confidence in the flesh-
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section of Ephesians titled "Final Greetings."
Peace to whom and grace to whom?
E 6:23 Peace to the brothers and sisters, and love with faith from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. E 6:24 Grace to all who love our Lord Jesus Christ with an undying love.
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "Faith or Works of the Law."
What is true of those who rely on faith, and what is true of all who rely on the works of the law?
G 3:9 So those who rely on faith are blessed along with Abraham, the man of faith. G 3:10 For all who rely on the works of the law are under a curse, as it is written: "Cursed is everyone who does not continue to do everything written in the Book of the Law."
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "Imitating Christ's Humility."
What should bow and what should acknowledge?
Phs 2:10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, Phs 2:11 and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "Timothy and Epaphroditus."
What did Paul think was necessary and why?
Phs 2:25 But I think it is necessary to send back to you Epaphroditus, my brother, co-worker and fellow soldier, who is also your messenger, whom you sent to take care of my needs. Phs 2:26 For he longs for all of you and is distressed because you heard he was ill.
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20pt 2-part STQ. GCA from three consecutive verses. From the section titled "Living as Those Made Alive in Christ."
What should you do and why since you have been, quote, "raised with Christ"?
C 3:1 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. C 3:2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. C 3:3 For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.
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30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 3.
What did Paul preach, and what did he make known to everyone?
E 3:8 the boundless riches of Christ E 3:9 the administration of this mystery, which for ages past was kept hidden in God, who created all things.
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30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Galatians chapter 2.
How do verses 9 and 10 describe James, Peter and John?
G 2:9 James, Cephas and John, those esteemed as pillars, gave me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship when they recognized the grace given to me. They agreed that we should go to the Gentiles, and they to the circumcised. G 2:10 All they asked was that we should continue to remember the poor, the very thing I had been eager to do all along.
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30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Galatians chapter 3.
How has Christ redeemed us and why?
G 3:13 Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: "Cursed is everyone who is hung on a pole." G 3:14 He redeemed us in order that the blessing given to Abraham might come to the Gentiles through Christ Jesus, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit.
75
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Galatians chapter 3.
What did Paul mean, and why
G 3:17 What I mean is this: The law, introduced 430 years later, does not set aside the covenant previously established by God and thus do away with the promise. G 3:18 For if the inheritance depends on the law, then it no longer depends on the promise; but God in his grace gave it to Abraham through a promise.
76
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Galatians chapter 4.
How do verses 22 and 23 describe Abraham
G 4:22 For it is written that Abraham had two sons, one by the slave woman and the other by the free woman. G 4:23 His son by the slave woman was born according to the flesh; but his son by the free woman was born as the result of a divine promise.
77
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 1.
Paul said that some preach Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of goodwill. Describe the latter, and describe the former.
Phs 1:16 The latter do so out of love, knowing that I am put here for the defense of the gospel. Phs 1:17 The former preach Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely, supposing that they can stir up trouble for me while I am in chains.
78
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 2.
How do verses 8 and 9 describe Jesus?
Phs 2:8 And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death-even death on a cross! Phs 2:9 Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name,
79
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 2.
Paul thought what, and why
Phs 2:25 But I think it is necessary to send back to you Epaphroditus, my brother, co-worker and fellow soldier, who is also your messenger, whom you sent to take care of my needs. Phs 2:26 For he longs for all of you and is distressed because you heard he was ill.
80
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 3.
How do verses 13 and 14 describe Paul
Phs 3:13 Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, Phs 3:14 I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.
81
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Freedom in Christ".
By faith, what do we do, and why
G 5:5 For through the Spirit we eagerly await by faith the righteousness for which we hope. G 5:6 For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision has any value. The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love.
82
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Freedom in Christ".
Eagerly, what do we do, and why?
G 5:5 For through the Spirit we eagerly await by faith the righteousness for which we hope G 5:6 For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision has any value. The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love.
83
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Instructions for Christian Households".
Serve how, and why
E 6:7 Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not people, E 6:8 because you know that the Lord will reward each one for whatever good they do, whether they are slave or free.
84
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Paul's Chains Advance the Gospel".
Paul stated that he was torn between wanting to be with Christ and remaining in the body. What decision did he make and why?
Phs 1:25 Convinced of this, I know that I will remain, and I will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith, Phs 1:26 so that through my being with you again your boasting in Christ Jesus will abound on account of me.
85
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses.
| According to Ephesians 3:2 and 3:3, what was Paul sure of
E 3:2 Surely you have heard about the administration of God's grace that was given to me for you, E 3:3 that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly.
86
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 2 consecutive verses.
| According to Ephesians 4:2 and 4:3, what should you do?
E 4:2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. E 4:3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.
87
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 3 consecutive verses. From the section of Ephesians titled "Thanksgiving and Prayer".
Paul kept asking what and prayed what?
E 1:17 I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. E 1:18 I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people, E 1:19 and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is the same as the mighty strength
88
30pt 2-part Reference question. From 3 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Jew and Gentile Reconciled through Christ".
What was true formerly and what is true now?
E 2:11 Therefore, remember that formerly you who are Gentiles by birth and called "uncircumcised" by those who call themselves "the circumcision" (which is done in the body by human hands)- E 2:12 remember that at that time you were separate from Christ, excluded from citizenship in Israel and foreigners to the covenants of the promise, without hope and without God in the world. E 2:13 But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near by the blood of Christ.
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30pt 2-part Reference question. From 4 consecutive verses. From the section of Colossians titled "Thanksgiving and Prayer".
Paul prayed what and why?
C 1:9 For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, C 1:10 so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, C 1:11 being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, C 1:12 and giving joyful thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of his holy people in the kingdom of light.
90
30pt 2-part Reference question. Give 2 complete answers from 3 consecutive verses. From the section of Philippians titled "Thanksgiving and Prayer".
Paul prayed what and why?
Phs 1:9 And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, Phs 1:10 so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, Phs 1:11 filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ - to the glory and praise of God.
91
20pt 2-part question.From 2 consecutive verses. From Ephesians 5.
What should we be, and what should we do as, quote, "dearly loved children".
E 5:1 Follow God's example, therefore, as dearly loved children E 5:2 and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.
92
30pt 2-part question. From 2 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Life Worthy of the Gospel".
How were the Philippians to conduct themselves and why?
Phs 1:27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel Phs 1:28 without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved - and that by God.
93
30pt 2-part question. From 4 consecutive verses. From the section titled "Life Worthy of the Gospel".
In what manner were the Philippians to conduct themselves, and why?
Phs 1:27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel Phs 1:28 without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved - and that by God. Phs 1:29 For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him, Phs 1:30 since you are going through the same struggle you saw I had, and now hear that I still have.
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20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from four consecutive verses. From the section of Colossians titled "Thanksgiving and Prayer."
What was done continually and why?
C 1:9 For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you. We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, C 1:10 so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, C 1:11 being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, C 1:12 and giving joyful thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of his holy people in the kingdom of light.
95
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from three consecutive verses. From Colossians chapter 1.
What was true once and what is true now?
C 1:21 Once you were alienated from God and were enemies in your minds because of your evil behavior. C 1:22 But now he has reconciled you by Christ's physical body through death to present you holy in his sight, without blemish and free from accusation- C 1:23 if you continue in your faith, established and firm, and do not move from the hope held out in the gospel. This is the gospel that you heard and that has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven, and of which I, Paul, have become a servant.
96
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from three consecutive verses. From the section of Philippians titled "Thanksgiving and Prayer."
How did Paul always pray and why?
Phs 1:4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy Phs 1:5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, Phs 1:6 being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
97
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from three consecutive verses. From the section titled "Unity and Maturity in the Body of Christ."
Christ did what and why?
E 4:11 So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, E 4:12 to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up E 4:13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.
98
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Colossians chapter 2.
How do verses 11 and 12 describe believers?
C 2:11 In him you were also circumcised with a circumcision not performed by human hands. Your whole self ruled by the flesh was put off when you were circumcised by Christ, C 2:12 having been buried with him in baptism, in which you were also raised with
99
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Colossians chapter 3.
How do verses 3 and 4 describe believers?
C 3:3 For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. C 3:4 When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.
100
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 3.
How do verses 20 and 21 describe God?
E 3:20 Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, E 3:21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever!
101
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 5.
Live as what, why?
E 5:8 Live as children of light E 5:9 (for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth)
102
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 5.
What is said and why?
E 5:13 But everything exposed by the light becomes visible-and everything that is illuminated becomes a light. E 5:14 This is why it is said: "Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you."
103
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Ephesians chapter 6.
How do verses 19 and 20 describe Paul?
E 6:19 Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel, E 6:20 for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may declare it fearlessly, as I should.
104
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Galatians chapter 3.
Who will be blessed through Abraham, and who are blessed along with Abraham?
G 3:8 "All nations will be blessed through you." G 3:9 So those who rely on faith are blessed along with Abraham, the man of faith.
105
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Galatians chapter 4.
What did God do because you are his sons, and what did he do since you are his child?
G 4:6 Because you are his sons, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, the Spirit who calls out, "Abba, Father." G 4:7 So you are no longer a slave, but God's child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an heir.
106
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Galatians chapter 4.
When did God send his Son, and why?
G 4:4 But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, G 4:5 to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship.
107
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Philemon.
Paul always did what and why?
Phn 1:4 I always thank my God as I remember you in my prayers, Phn 1:5 because I hear about your love for all his holy people and your faith in the Lord Jesus.
108
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Philippians chapter 2.
Do everything how and why?
Phs 2:14 Do everything without grumbling or arguing, Phs 2:15 so that you may become blameless and pure, "children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation." Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky
109
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "Do Everything Without Grumbling."
Continue to do what and why?
Phs 2:12 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed- not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence- continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, Phs 2:13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.
110
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "Faith or Works of the Law."
How did Christ redeem us, and why?
G 3:13 Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: "Cursed is everyone who is hung on a pole." G 3:14 He redeemed us in order that the blessing given to Abraham might come to the Gentiles through Christ Jesus, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit.
111
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "Life by the Spirit."
Let us do what, and let us not do what?
G 5:25 Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit. G 5:26 Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other.
112
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "Living as Those Made Alive in Christ."
You have taken off what and have put on what?
C 3:9 Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices C 3:10 and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator.
113
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "Paul's Plea for Onesimus."
What could Paul do and what did he prefer to do?
Phn 1:8 Therefore, although in Christ I could be bold and order you to do what you ought to do, Phn 1:9 yet I prefer to appeal to you on the basis of love.
114
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "Praise for Spiritual Blessings in Christ."
According to whose plan were we predestined, and why?
E 1:11 In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will, E 1:12 in order that we, who were the first to put our hope in Christ, might be for the praise of his glory.
115
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "Praise for Spiritual Blessings in Christ."
Why did God choose us and why did he predestine us?
E 1:4 For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love E 1:5 he predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will-
116
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "Spiritual Fullness in Christ."
God forgave what and canceled what?
C 2:13 He forgave us all our sins, C 2:14 having canceled the charge of our legal indebtedness, which stood against us and condemned us; he has taken it away, nailing it to the cross.
117
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "Thanks for Their Gifts."
Paul could do what through whom?
Phs 4:12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. Phs 4:13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength.
118
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "The Law and the Promise."
The law does not do what, and why?
G 3:17 What I mean is this: The law, introduced 430 years later, does not set aside the covenant previously established by God and thus do away with the promise. G 3:18 For if the inheritance depends on the law, then it no longer depends on the promise; but God in his grace gave it to Abraham through a promise.
119
20pt 2-part question. GCA from four consecutive verses. From the section of Colossians titled "Thanksgiving and Prayer."
What was always done and why?
C 1:3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, C 1:4 because we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all God's people- C 1:5 the faith and love that spring from the hope stored up for you in heaven and about which you have already heard in the true message of the gospel C 1:6 that has come to you. In the same way, the gospel is bearing fruit and growing throughout the whole world-just as it has been doing among you since the day you heard it and truly understood God's grace.
120
20pt 2-part question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From Colossians chapter 2.
What was Paul's goal and why?
C 2:2 My goal is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ, C 2:3 in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.
121
20pt 2-part question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "No Confidence in the Flesh."
What did Paul consider garbage and why?
Phs 3:8 What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ Phs 3:9 and be found in him, not having a righteousn
122
20pt 2-part question. GCA from two consecutive verses. From the section titled "Paul's Chains Advance the Gospel."
Whatever happens, do what and why?
Phs 1:27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel Phs 1:28 without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved-and that by God.
123
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from four consecutive verses. From the section of Colossians titled "Thanksgiving and Prayer."
What was done continually and why?
C 1:9 For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you. We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, C 1:10 so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, C 1:11 being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, C 1:12 and giving joyful thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of his holy people in the kingdom of light.
124
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from three consecutive verses. From the section of Philippians titled "Thanksgiving and Prayer."
How did Paul always pray and why?
Phs 1:4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy Phs 1:5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now,Phs 1:6 being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
125
20pt 2-part reference question. GCA from three consecutive verses. From the section titled "Unity and Maturity in the Body of Christ."
Christ did what and why?
E 4:11 So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, E 4:12 to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up E 4:13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.
