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Write the key verse from memory.

II Timothy 3:16-17

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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. (II Timothy 3:16-17)

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What does the word “Bible” mean?

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The books

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What does the word “Scripture” mean?

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Writing

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What are the two major divisions of the Bible?

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Old Testament and New Testament

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How many books are there in the Bible?

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66

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Name the four major groups into which Old Testament books are divided.

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Law

history

poetry

prophecy

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What is the meaning of the word “testament”?

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Covenant - Agreement

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What are four main purposes of the Bible? Give a Bible reference to support your answer

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Doctrine

reproof

correction

instruction in righteousness

(II Timothy 3:16-17)

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What is meant by the “unity of the Bible”?

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United in content and united in theme

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What is meant by the “diversity of the Bible”?

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Variety - different ways in which God dealt with people and the different ways in which they responded to Him.

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True or False:

The Bible is the written Word of the one true God.

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True

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True or False:

Although God inspired the Bible, He used men to write down His words.

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True

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True or False:

Because there were many writers over a period of many years, the Bible contains a lot of contradictions.

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False

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True or False:

There is no united theme of the Bible. It is just a collection of books on different subjects.

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False

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True or False:

The Major Prophets of the Old Testament are more important than the Minor Prophets

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False

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Who is the person on which the revelation of both testaments centers? Give a Bible reference to support your answer

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Jesus; Luke 24:44-48

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4 major groups New Testament is divided?

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Gospel

History

Letters

Prophecy

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Write the Key Verse from memory.

Psalm 119:169

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Let my cry come near before thee, O Lord: give me understanding according to thy Word.

(Psalm 119:169)

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How many books are in the Old Testament?

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39

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How many books are in the New Testament?

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27

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Why is it important to have a systematic plan for reading the Bible?

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To understand how it all fits together

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What were the four suggestions for successful Bible reading?

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Daily

Selectively

Prayerfully

Systematically

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Write the Key Verse from memory.

Psalm 68:11

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Lord gave the Word: great was the company of those that published it. (Psalm 68:11)

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What does the word “version” mean?

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a Bible written in a language different from those in which God’s Word was originally written

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What is the difference between a translation and a paraphrase version of the Bible?
A translation is an effort to express what the Greek, Hebrew, and Aramaic words actually say. It gives as nearly as possible a literal word by word translation. A paraphrase does not attempt to translate word for word. It translates thought by thought. A paraphrase is a restatement of the meaning of a passage.
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What version of the Bible is used in this course?
King James
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Why is no translation of the Bible exact?
No two languages are exactly alike. Some words used in the Bible do not even exist in different languages.
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What are the three languages in which the Bible was originally written?
Greek, Hebrew, Aramaic
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Write the key verse from memory. | John 8:47
He that is of God heareth God's words: ye therefore hear them not, because ye are not of God. (John 8:47)
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Why do many people fail when they start studying the Bible?
People fail at Bible study because they are not spiritually prepared to study the Word of God.
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What does the word "prerequisite" mean?
something you must do before you can do something else
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What is the key prerequisite for understanding the Bible?
Knowing God
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List two ways God has provided for you to study His Word.
Teachers & special teachers
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Who was the great Teacher sent from God after Jesus returned to Heaven?
Holy Spirit
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What is meant by the "milk " of the Word of God?
The "milk" of God's Word refers to simple truths that even a child can understand, such as the plan of salvation.
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What is meant by the "meat" of the Word of God?
Deeper spiritual truths which are not so easy to understand.
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List three steps that move a believer from the milk to the meat of the Word of God:
Desire the milk Be obedient to God’s Word Search for the meat
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List three practical suggestions for Bible study which were discussed in this chapter:
Set a special time Select a special place Start in a special way
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Write the key verse from memory. | Psalm 119:98-100
Thou through thy commandments hast made me wiser than mine enemies: for they are ever with me. I have more understanding than all my teachers: for thy testimonies are my meditation. I understand more than the ancients, because I keep thy precepts. (Psalm 119:98-100)
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What are the three main uses of a concordance?
1. To Locate All The References To A Word 2. To Locate A Specific Text 3. To Find The Meaning Of A Word
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Topical textbook used for:
Lists topics of the Bible and scriptural references for them.
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Bible dictionary is used for:
Like a regular dictionary, but defines words as they are used in the Bible rather than modern times.
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Bible encyclopedia is used for:
Provides explanation for words in more detail than a Bible dictionary.
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Commentary is:
Provides comments on the Bible, verse by verse, chapter by chapter
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A Bible atlas:
Provides maps and information on the geographical setting of the Bible.
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Word study books:
Provides explanation for words in more detail than a Bible dictionary.
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Write the Key Verse from memory. | II Timothy 2:15
Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. (II Timothy 2:15)
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What does it mean to "rightly divide" the Word of truth?
give to each that which belongs to him
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What is meant by "verbal" inspiration of the Bible?
verbal inspiration we mean that every word in the original manuscripts was inspired by God
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What is meant by "plenary" inspiration of the Bible?
By plenary inspiration we mean full inspiration of all Scripture as opposed to partial inspiration. Every portion of the Bible is inspired.
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RULE OF DIVINE AUTHORITY
We accept the Bible as the final authority because it is inspired by God.
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THE RULE OF LITERAL INTERPRETATION
The Bible means exactly what it says.
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THE RULE OF CONTEXTUAL CONSIDERATION
Each verse must be studied in relation to its context
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THE RULE OF FIRST MENTION
The first time a word, phrase, object, or incident is mentioned in the Bible, it gives the key to its meaning anywhere else it is used in the Bible.
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THE RULE OF REPETITION
When something is repeated in the Bible it deserves special attention as it is very important.
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THE RULE OF CUMULATIVE REVELATION
The full truth of God's Word on any subject must not be gathered from an isolated passage. The cumulative (total) revelation of all the Bible says regarding a truth must be considered.
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Write the key verse from memory. | Psalm 119:152
Concerning thy testimonies, I have known of old that thou hast founded them for ever.
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What happened from Creation - Abraham?
Noah, Cain, Abel, and Tower of Babel
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What happened from Abraham - Moses?
Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph were key men | during this period.
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What happened during Exodus?
Israel's deliverance from Egypt happened.
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What happened during the conquest?
Israel conquered the Promised Land during this period.
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What happened during the Judges?
This was a period of great sin during which God raised up judges to deliver Israel.
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What happened during the Kingdom?
A period during which Saul, David, and Solomon reigned as kings.
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What happened during the two kingdoms?
Israel was split into two kingdoms in this period.
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What happened during Judah alone?
Judah was the only kingdom.
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What happened during the captivity?
Israel and Judah were in bondage during this period.
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What happened during the restoration?
Jerusalem and the temple were rebuilt during this period.
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What happened during the life of Christ?
Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John tell this story.
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What happened during the spread of the Gospel?
Acts and the Epistles tell this story.
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History or chronology tells ______________________it happened.
When
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What is Biblical archaeology?
the study of remains found in Bible lands.
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Write the Key Verse from memory. Psalm 119:144
The righteousness of thy testimonies is everlasting: give me understanding, and I shall live.
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What is wrong with the following outline structure? TITLE I. This is the first main point. A. This is a subpoint relating to the main point. B. This is the second main point.
Second main point should be a new Roman numeral
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What are the two main ways to draw charts?
Horizontal & vertical
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What is meant by "marking" as related to Bible study?
emphasizing key Bible passages
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Write the key verse from memory. Psalm 119:18
Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law. Psalm 119:18
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List at least five symbols used in the Bible to represent the Word of God.
``` Mirror Laver Lamp Light Rain Water Food Diet Hammer Scalpel Sword Medicine Seed Honey Gold ```
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Many purposes for the Word of God were listed in this chapter. Can you list at least three of them?
``` Produces faith Cleanses Brings eternal life Basis for eternal judgement Casts out unclean spirits Miraculous signs Assurance of salvation ```
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Why are you not to believe every word you hear?
There are false teachers
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What warning is given to those who add to God's Word?
God will add to him the plagues that are in the Bible
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What warning is given to those who take away from what is written in God's Word?
God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city and from the things which are written in this book
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Who is the source of the Word?
God Himself
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Whose words did Jesus speak?
The Fathers
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The two main divisions of Bible content are the__________and the_________of the Word
Milk | Meat
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According to the Biblical record, who was the first man to write down God's Words?
Moses
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Write the Key Verse from memory. Psalm 119:148
Mine eyes prevent the night watches, that I might meditate in thy word. (Psalm 119:148)
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What is the devotional method of Bible study?
increases dedication and consecration to God. It leads to worship and a deeper personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.
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List the six steps of the devotional method.
STEP ONE: RECORD PASSAGE INFORMATION STEP TWO: IDENTIFY THE SUBJECT STEP THREE: IDENTIFY THE KEY VERSE STEP FOUR: SUMMARIZE STEP FIVE: MEDITATE STEP SIX: MAKE APPLICATION
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What does it mean to be a "doer of the Word" and not a “hearer” only? Give a Scripture reference to support your answer.
A person who is a hearer of the Word is one who studies God's Word but never applies the Word to his life: But be ye doers of the Word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. James 1:22
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Why does Satan fight the use of the devotional method of Bible study?
He is vitally concerned when Bible study results in application which brings positive changes in your spiritual life.

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