Hemeneutics Flashcards
(224 cards)
1
Q
The common name for the original manuscripts of the Bible are called:
a) Originals
b) Autographs
c) Manuscripts
d) First Copies
A
b) Autographs
2
Q
Give a reason why the New Testament was written in Greek?
A
This was the common language of the Roman world.
3
Q
The author of the Bible is:
a) Unknown
b) The men who wrote it
c) The Apostle Paul
d) God
A
d) God
4
Q
TRUE OR FALSE
In early years of the Church the only part of the Bible available to it was the Old Testament:
A
True
5
Q
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?
a) 2000 years
b) 300 years
c) immediately
d) 1700 years
A
d) 1700 years
6
Q
Existing manuscripts can be generally classified into four groups. Name them
A
1) Hebrew Manuscripts of the Old Testament
2) Greek manuscript of the Old Testament
3) Greek manuscripts of the New Testament
4) Other translation of the New Testament
7
Q
The word “Testament” means:
a) will
b) covenant
c) contract
d) all of these
A
b) covenant
8
Q
What where majuscules?
A
Greek capital letters
9
Q
The number of original manuscripts that have survived until now are:
a) 0
b) 5
c) 66
d) 39
A
a) 0
10
Q
What was the version the Lord mostly quoted from?
a) the Septuagint
b) John Rylands Fragments
c) Miniscules
d) Mosaic
A
a) the Septuagint
11
Q
TRUE or FALSE
The Jewish scribes destroyed worn copies of manuscripts:
A
True
12
Q
What method has Satan used in his attempt to destroy God’s word?
A
From the beginning Satan has tried to destroy God’s Word by substituting a counterfeit version for the original, Genesis 3:1-5
13
Q
Which of the following is a true statement about the word of God, called the Bible?
a) It has been lost
b) It has been distorted bay poor translation
c) It has been deliberately altered
d) It has been faithfully preserved
A
d) It has been faithfully preserved
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
b) Greek
c) Chinese
d) Hebrew
A
a) Latin
15
Q
Who was its author?
A
Jerome
16
Q
The first translation of the Bible in English was done by:
a) Jerome
b) William Tyndale
c) John Bunyan
d) John wycliffe
A
d) John Wycliffe
17
Q
Who invented the moveable type printing press in Europe?
A
A German called Gutenburg
18
Q
It was first used to print around which year?
A
1450 A.D.
19
Q
What percentage of the wording of the King James Bible is attributed to William Tyndale?
A
90%
20
Q
Tyndale was killed by those opposing his work on the Bible. How did he die?
A
In 1536 Tyndale was strangled and burnt at the stake after having been pursued, betrayed and imprisoned at the instigation of the Catholic church.
21
Q
Give three reasons why the Geneva Bible was important.
A
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 those words the translators added for the sake of English idiom.
22
Q
Give two reasons why the Apocrypha isn’t recognised by the protestant Church.
A
1) Scriptures are self-contained and absolutely complete with nothing lacking.
2) There is no reference to the Apocrypha in the New Testament
23
Q
How many scholars were appointed to the traslation committee?
a) 7
b) 1
c) 47
d) 54
A
c) 47
24
Q
The number of majority text manuscripts that support the New Testament:
a) 66
b) under 4000
c) Over 5000
d) 5
A
C) over 5000
25
Which of the following was not on the translation committee for the revision of the King James version A.D. 1870?
a) Westcott
b) Newmann
c) Tischendorf
d) J. Vance Smith
c) Tischendorf
26
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.
True
27
Westcott and Hort did not believe which of the following?
a) Mary worship and Jesus worship had similar results.
b) The death of Christ counted for nothing as an atoning factor
c) The events of the first three chapters of Genesis were not literal
d) The protestant church was permanent
d) The protestant church was permanent
28
Where were the manuscripts Vaticanus (also called Codex B) and Sinaiticus ( also called Codex Aleph) found?
In Roman Catholic institutions
29
The revision of the King James Version undertaken in 1870 was mainly based upon:
a) The minority text
b) The majority text
c) An Egyptian version
d) All texts available
a) The minority text
30
name the three of Origen's strange doctrines.
His teachings were trinitarian, paganistic, philosophical and Neo-Platonic that he said were Christian.
31
Where and when was the Vaticanus found?
The Pope's library in 1481 AD
32
Where and when was the Sinaticas found?
In a waste receptacle, in St Catherine's convent on Mt. Sinai in 1844 AD.
33
What was Westcott and Hort's opinion of the King James Bible?
They hated it.
34
The aim of this series is to help the student:
a) Know all that can be known about the Bible
b) Find fault with preaching
c) Be confused
d) Know the purpose and plot of each book of the Bible
d) Know the purpose and plot of each book of the Bible
35
A first step in being able to understand the contents of a book is not called a:
a) Guess
b) Survey
c) Summary
d) Synopsis
a) Guess
36
When a book seems to jump from one idea to another without an obvious link it is because _______________________.
the overall purpose and plot of the book is not understood
37
The Bible _____________ rewritten in a simple form for all to understand with a few hours of reading.
a) should be
b) can't be
c) will be
d) ought to be
b) can't be
38
The pastor should watch over your spiritual development:
a) Sometimes
b) If you want
c) Continually
d) Only in relation to teaching
c) Continually
39
Upon reaching the end of a chapter it is best to:
a) Close the Bible
b) Restart from the beginning
c) Continue on with the next chapter
d) Read a different version
c) Continue on with the next chapter
40
Most epistles usually advise the main matter addressed';
a) Never
b) In the last verse
c) Vaguely
d) Early and at the end
d) Early and at the end
41
Those who can understand the Bible without a teacher:
a) Jews
b) No one
c) Those called to preach
d) Educated people
b) No one
42
When reading most of us deal with words or phrases we don't understand by:
a) Looking up a dictionary
b) Rereading it
c) You like it
d) Skipping it
d) Skipping it
43
The teacher/disciple principle used by the Lord with His disciples should be used:
a) If the disciple wants it
b) With the unwise saints
c) With all saints
d) Sometimes
c) With all saints
44
Describe the unhelpful practice called the "skimming method" in this lesson?
Searching for and memorising certain verses because of special meaning, or because of doctrinal value. When seeking information on baptism, love, grace, or godhead etc. verses on those subjects are targeted. The effect of using Scripture in this way causes vague understanding.
45
When the Apostle Paul said 'I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me'. He meant:
a) He could live for Christ having little or much
b) He could save the world
c) He could do any miracle imaginable
d) It was alright to sin if he wanted to
a) He could live for Christ having little or much
46
Jude is a small book near the end of the N.T. so that means it is:
a) Better than most
b) Unimportant
c) Of unknown value
d) As important as the others
d) As important as the others
47
When Jude wrote his letter the church had:
a) harmony
b) Revival
c) Too many preachers
d) Ungodly teachers of false doctrine
d) Ungodly teachers of false doctrine
48
Jude's warning about ungodly men was in relation to:
a) Political parties
b) The church
c) Israel
d) The world
b) The church
49
God is able to keep us from falling if we:
a) Pay tithes
b) Fast regularly
c) Pray in the Holy Ghost
d) Hope
c) Pray in the Holy Ghost
50
Explain in about 50 words the theme of Jude
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.
51
In the context of Jude what does the word "preserved" mean?
It means God keeps from falling his people who walk by faith.
52
Which of the following statements is true about John's Gospel? It was written to show:
a) Jesus was a great prophet
b) Jesus was a miracle worker
c) Jesus couldn't die
d) Believers have life through His name
d) Believers have life through His name
53
One of the following is not one of the great verses describing that life is in Jesus:
a) John 3:16
b) John 10:1
c) John 11: 25
d) John 14:6
b) John 10:1
54
What was John the Baptist's mission?
John the Baptist preached that Jesus was the Word incarnate and the one who would baptise with the Holy Spirit.
55
What was Jesus referring to when He said "He would raise up the destroyed temple in three days?"
He was speaking of the raising of the temple of His body from death.
56
Who was the bridegroom's friend?
John the Baptist.
57
The woman Jesus met at the well was a:
a) Samaritan
b) Philistine
c) Jew
d) Gentile
a) Samaritan
58
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?
Rome's
59
Who was the person related to all the Jews who rejoiced to see Jesus' day?
Abraham
60
What was the reaction of the Jewish leaders to the raising of Lazarus?
They determined to have Jesus killed.
61
Chapters 14 and 16 centre on which aspect?
Jesus' divinity.
62
How the church at Rome failing?
Though it was attempting to live by the law it was hypocritical in that it was doing very things it was criticizing others for.
63
What was Paul's attitude about preaching to those who were not Jews?
He felt responsible to preach the gospel to all nationalities.
64
The knowledge of the invisible things of God, including His Godhead is:
a) unknowable
b) lost
c) revealed
d) revealed in part
c) revealed
65
The church in Rome had a huge problem with sin because:
a) They didn't have the Holy Ghost
b) Many were slaves
c) Some tried to live for God by the O.T. law
d) They didn't care
c) Some tried to live for God by the O.T. law
66
Abraham _______ God and it was counted unto him for ________?
believed, righteousness
67
The righteous are justified by _________?
faith
68
The law is fulfilled in those who:
a) Don't know the grace
b) Walk after the Spirit
c) Follow the law
d) Who try their best
b) Walk after the Spirit
69
What makes us the children of Abraham?
He is the father of all who live by faith, Romans 4:11-13
70
Explain how Paul countered the false accusation that under grace it was permissible to sin, Rom. 3:8; 6:1, 15.
Paul explained that those who are baptized into Christ have died to the flesh and therefore dead to sin's temptation, Rom. 6:2-12.
71
Being free from sin God's people become the servants of ___________?
Righteousness
72
By being baptized in the name of Jesus Christ the convert is baptized into Jesus':
a) death
b) glory
c) suffering
d) body
a) death
73
The law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made the saints free from:
a) traffic laws
b) church law
c) all law
d) the law of sin and death
d) the law of sin and death
74
Give the reference from Romans that states those who don't have the Holy Spirit don't belong to Christ.
Romans 8:9
75
Nothing can separate the love of God from:
a) sinners
b) backsliders
c) the world
d) us
d) us
76
In the book of Romans the Gentiles are called a wild olive tree and Israel is called:
a) A grape vine
b) A fig tree
c) A cherry tree
d) Natural olive branches
d) Natural olive branches
77
Explain in a few sentences what will happen to the nation of Israel when the age of the Gentiles finishes?
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.
78
Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is fulfilling of the __________.
law
79
Explain in a few sentences how saints should treat those who have different views on food laws and holy days.
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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What was the spirit with which the book of Corinthians was written?
The spirit of grace and peace
81
A major cause of division in the Corinthian church was:
a) Witchcraft
b) Too many chiefs
c) Different ethnic groups
d) Individuals glorifying preachers
d) Individuals glorifying preachers
82
Name the four persons the Corinthians claimed to be following.
Christ, Paul, Apollos, Peter (Cephas)
83
Concerning the gospel, God has made the wisdom of this world ____________.
Foolishness
84
Name the kind of wisdom God gives those who walk after the Spirit.
Having the mind of Christ.
85
What marked the Corinthians as carnal and spiritual babies.
Envy, strife, and divisions.
86
Is the fact that a spouse is not a believer and won't go to church good enough cause to divorce?
No
87
Paul told the Corinthian church he did not take offerings from them because:
a) The couldn't afford it
b) He didn't want to cause a stumbling block
c) He was overpaid
d) He didn't need the money
b) He didn't want to cause a stumbling block
88
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
c) To the proud he was proud
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Who taught Paul about the Lord's supper?
The Lord Jesus
90
When dealing with hair in chapter 11 mention is made to "the head". Describe the nature of the head in that setting.
Paul was giving instruction on God's order for authority in the church and home. He was not referring to the cranium but "headship".
91
Many call 1 Corinthians 13 "love chapter". In its context what is its main purpose?
Love and care for others rather than pride or self-exaltation as the correct attitude that should motivate those used in the gifts of the Spirit.
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In the start of the epistle the main feeling shown toward the Corinthian church is:
a) concern and comfort
b) anger
c) disappointment
d) sorrow
a) concern and comfort
93
Why did Paul change his mind about visiting them for a time?
If he had gone to Corinth at that time he would have added to their grief because of the chastisement that had to be given.
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What troubled Paul's spirit at Troas?
Titus had not arrived.
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What was the nature of Paul's personal reference?
The lives of the saints at Corinth.
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Why did Paul need to defend his reputation?
There were many corrupters of God's word who challenged Paul's authority.
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The Ten Commandments which is that which was written and engraven in stones are called the ministration of _________ and the ministration of _________.
death, condemnation.
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If the gospel is hidden, it is hidden to them who are __________.
Lost
99
What was the purpose of Paul's many tribulations?
When they witnessed God's grace in Paul, his tribulations were for the benefit of the church.
100
Describe filthiness of the spirit?
Filthiness of the spirit is idolatry and false doctrine
101
The Macedonian was:
a) very rich
b) a little rich
c) getting by
d) very poor
d) very poor
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Those who give little will receive __________?
little
103
In our warfare what are the strongholds that are brought down?
Imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obeddience of Christ.
104
What was Paul's boast about?
Paul boasted his infirmities, sufferings he endured for the gospel's sake.
105
What was the nature of Paul's thorn in the flesh?
The sufferings mentioned in the chapter 11.
106
Explain the significance of the pronounce "we" and "ye" in chapter 1:11,12.
Ephesians is addressed to two groups of people "we" (1:12) and "ye" (1:13). ("ye" is the plural of "you"). The understanding of this is critical to understanding much of this Epistle.
The two groups are identifiable by the last half of chapter 2 Verses 11 and 12 clearly identify "ye" as the Gentile believers - people of any race which is not Jewish and "we" is the Jewish believers.
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When did the Gentiles hear the preaching of salvation through Christ?
Salvation came to the Gentiles after the Jews had it preached to them.
108
Of whom was Paul a prisoner?
Jesus Christ
109
What was Paul referring to when he mentioned the mystery that had been hidden?
In the church the Gentiles have equal access to God's power and blessings.
110
Paul was the apostle to the which people?
The Gentiles
111
The words "one Lord, one faith, one baptism" were meant for what purpose?
They stated that the same Lord, faith and baptism were for Jews and Gentiles in the church.
112
The teaching that husbands are to love their wives is a symbolic of __________ and _________.
Christ and the church
113
While much of Ephesians teaches submission there is one situation where God's people are to fight and resist. What is that?
When resisting the wiles (cunning) of the Devil.
114
The armour of God is:
a) to be continually in use
b) for times of struggle
c) for new converts
d) automatic
a) to be continually in use
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Who taught Paul his doctrine?
The Lord Jesus
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What caused Paul to marvel?
That Galatians had moved away from the doctrine he had taught them.
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Paul's ministry was mainly to which group?
The Gentiles
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Explain why Paul rebuked the apostle Peter.
Peter would not eat with Gentiles when church elders from Jerusalem visited Galatia.
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Explain why God added the Mosaic Law on top of his covenant with Abraham.
It was added because of transgressions, till Christ came.
120
How do we fulfill the law?
It is fulfilled when we love the brethren fervently.
121
Of what are Sarah and Agar types?
Sarah and Agar are type of the two covenants representing Mt Sinai (Mosaic law) and Jerusalem which is above (the church).
122
List the nine parts of the fruit of the Spirit?
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance
123
What should mature saints do when a brother or sister goes into sin?
a) excommunicate in anger
b) suspend their membership
c) ignore them in public
d) restore in a spirit of meekness
d) restore in a spirit of meekness
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Write the words of Galatians 5:14
For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.
125
From Philippians the aspect of Jesus' life we are to follow is his:
a) power
b) humility
c) glory
d) strength
b) humility
126
The terms " your fellowship" and :partakers of my grace" were referring to what?
Offering sent from the Philippian church to Paul.
127
_________ of purpose and _______ for each other in ________ was required.
Unity, care, humility
128
Why did Paul send Epaphroditus to Philippians?
He sent him because 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.
129
What was the cause of Epaphroditus' serious illness?
a) Lack of faith
b) Satanic attack
c) For the work of Christ
c) all of these
c) For the work of Christ
130
What were the three kinds of people Paul warned against?
Dogs (perverts), evil workers (member who wilfully sinned), the concision (Judaisers)
131
The word "all" specifically refers to which people?
Jews and Gentiles as one group.
132
What was the mystery of the gospel?
The mystery of Christ was salvation to the Gentiles.
133
Quote Colossians 2:8,9
8) Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ. 9) For in him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily."
134
From Chapter 3 list the four stage of progression of growth in saints' lives.
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 frogiveness is exhibited towards each other.
STAGE 4. Love of the brethren and brings glory to the name of the Lord.
135
Were any of Paul's epistles excluded from the Bible?
Yes
136
Paul personally wrote which part of the epistle?
The salutation
137
What is the event spoken of at the end of each chapter?
The hope of the resurrection when Jesus comes to take the church to glory.
138
Why was the faith of the Thessalonian church well known?
Having received the word of God in much affliction, they became an inspiration to all the believers in Greece and beyond.
139
The Thessalonian church was experiencing:
a) revival
b) great persecution
c) signs and wonders
d) stagnation
b) great persecution
140
Paul was warned against a terrible type of sin. What was it?
Fornication
141
Who hindered Paul from returning to the Thessalonians?
Satan
142
The Thessalonians were examples to saints in which areas?
Macedonia and Achaia
143
When Jesus returns what will happen to those who died living for Christ?
The dead in Christ will rise first then the living will rise with them to meet the Lord in the air.
144
What is the destiny of those who are not taken in the rapture?
They will suffer the wrath of God that the church will escape.
145
The 'day of the Lord' will not come as a thief in the night to the:
a) Jews
b) world
c) backsliders
d) church
d) church
146
What did the Thessalonians fear?
They feared they were experiencing the tribulation which is for the ungodly at the Lord's return.
147
Describe how the church was to treat disorderly members who didn't accept the gospel.
It was to separate disorderly brethren from their company. They were to disfellowship them.
148
Those who don't know God will:
a) suffer eternal destruction
b) be annihilated
c) suffer for a short time
d) be forgiven
a) suffer eternal destruction
149
What is the main message of this epistle?
To uphold true doctrine and not be sidetracked by Old Testament law.
150
Who is the law for?
the law is for the ungodly and all kinds of sinful persons.
151
Paul's ministry was mainly to which group?
Gentiles
152
2 timothy 3:16 is a great Oneness Scripture. Explain what its original purpose was.
The original purpose was to teach the mystery of godliness. This mystery is that the Gentiles can be saved through the gospel being preached to them.
153
Explain the meaning of the phrase "Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treads the corn".
it means the ministry are not to be stopped from living off the tithes and offerings that come into the church.
154
A characteristic of many in the church of the last days is:
a) its strength
b) it will not endure good doctrine
c) its mighty preachers
d) its weak power
d) its weak power
155
What is the circumstance where ministry can partake of wine.
It can be used when needed medicinally.
156
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
b) it will not endure good doctrine
157
From chapter 6 list all the spiritual advantages of being rich.
There are none.
158
Who were Timothy's two examples of faith?
His mother and grandmother
159
Who turned aside from Paul?
All they in Asia
160
Give the name of the disciple who was faithful when others fell away?
Onisiphorus
161
An outstanding feature of 2 Timothy is those who:
a) loved Paul
b) had died
c) were preachers
d) co-workers who had fallen away
d) co-workers who had fallen away
162
Why would the last days have more perilous times?
People would be lovers of themselves rather than lovers of God, having a form of godliness.
163
What was timothy instructed to do when experiencing opposition in the church?
He was told to continue to preach the word despite opposition.
164
Quote 2 Timothy 3:16, 17
16) "All scripture is given by inspiration of god, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 17) That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works."
165
Who are those described as having itching ears?
Those who won't endure sound doctrine.
166
Who was the faithful co-worker with Paul?
a) Alexander the coppersmith
b) Tychicus
c) Demas
d) Phygellus
b) Tychicus
167
What is the "common faith"?
The common faith was grace.
168
Paul left Titus at Crete so as to:
a) pray they would receive the Holy Ghost
b) start a church
c) set things in order
d) do nothing
c) set things in order
169
How were those who were persistent in false doctrine to be treated?
They were to be disfellowshipped (rejected)
170
Write the words of Titus 2:13
"Looking for that blessed hope, and glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;"
171
Onesimus relationship to Philemon had been as:
a) a church member
b) nephew
c) friend
d) a slave
d) a slave
172
Why should Philemon accept Onesimus back?
He had been converted by Paul and was judged as a beloved brother.
173
Paul's attitude to slavery was one of:
a) tolerance
b) horror
c) disbelief
d) rejection
a) tolerance
174
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) backsliding
175
To which group of people was this epistle written?
Christian Jews
176
Give another word for 'patience'.
Endurance, tenacity
177
In the epistles of James understanding the purpose of trials is called _________.
wisdom
178
A double minded person:
a) has doubts
b) has an inconsistent spiritual life
c) has a split personality
d) was very strong
b) has an inconsistent spiritual life
179
What was meant by "to visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction"?
It meant to alleviate their needs by giving to their needs for food, clothing etc.
180
In a few sentences describe the failing of the Hebrews in the church.
They gave honour to the rich while the poor were despised. Respect for the rich over was a breach of the law as much as the breaking of any commandment.
181
Describe the good works that were needed by the Jews to make their faith active.
By good works they put faith into action proving their faith. It meant they were to give assistance the the poor in the church.
182
Under the title the theme of the book is described as __________ __ ____________?
Consequences of backsliding.
183
The book begins by describing the supreme greatness, glory, authority and power of who?
Jesus Christ
184
How did God testify the doctrines preached by Peter and the other apostles were correct?
He confirmed that the apostles faithfully passed on the teaching of the Lord without error by bearing them witness, both with signs and wonders, and with divers miracles, and gifts of the Holy Ghost?
185
Jesus is called our faithful __________ _________?
High Priest
186
What is the main characteristic attributed to His office?
Compassion
187
What is the nature of the Sabbath the church is to observe?
The church's Sabbath is not keeping the seventh day of the week as a holy day. It's ceasing from the works of the flesh, i.e. sin.
188
True or False
The blood of bulls and goats can pay the penalty of our sins:
a) True
b) False
b) False
189
Christ's priesthood was the fulfilment of which priesthood:
a) Aaron's
b) Abraham's
c) Levi's
d) Melchisedec's
d) Melchisedec's
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Jesus is the mediator of the __________ Testament.
New
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Jesus' priesthood replaced the _____________ priesthood.
Levitical
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Living by faith is:
a) having visions
b) never being sick
c) not going back into sin
d) believing God will do what we ask
c) not going back into sin
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1 Peter was one of the few N.T. books written particularly for Gentiles:
a) True
b) false
a) True
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The word 'strangers' means ________.
Gentiles, particularly those in the church.
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What has the church received from God that the O.T. prophets and heavenly angels wanted to know more about?
The salvation that should have come to the church through the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should follow.
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What is the reward for faithfulness?
The salvation of our souls at the appearing of Christ.
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What indicates a saint has reached spiritual maturity?
Spiritual maturity is reached when a genuine, fervent love for the brethren is maintained in a person's life.
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Being built upon the foundation of Christ, the elect have been appointed to several high offices. Name three of them
But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people
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Honour all _____, love the ________, fear _______, honour the ________.
men, brotherhood, God, king
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Servants be subject to:
a) strict
b) gentle
c) all
d) fair
e) violent masters (bosses)
c) all
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What is baptism is likened to?
Noah's ark wherein few were saved.
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It is better to suffer for ________ doing than for ________ doing.
well, evil
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What reaction should we have when reproached for the name of Christ?
Rejoice, feel happy (blessed) because we are partakers of Christ's sufferings.
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2 Peter - Who was this letter addressed to?
To those of like faith.
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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
b) the knowledge of God and of Jesus Christ
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What indicates maturity in the saints?
maturity is reached when the saints love each other.
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Name three of the assurance what the apostles taught was of God and not fables.
a) The apostles witnessed Christ's glory when they heard God speak in the mount.
b) Assurance that no scripture is of private interpretation.
c) Prophets only spake when moved upon by the Holy Ghost.
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What was the main reason for this letter being written? To warn of:
a) insurrection
b) false Christs
c) worldliness
d) false teachers
d) false teachers
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The form of destruction reserved for the heavens and the earth.
Fire that will dissolve both, 2 Peter 3:10, 11
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What is the antidote to being led away with the error of the wicked?
Grow in grace and the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
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2 Peter has similar message to the book of:
a) Hebrews
b) 1 Peter
c) Acts
d) Jude
d) Jude
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John's opening remarks are linked to what other books?
Genesis and John's Gospel
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Who had John seen, heard and handled?
God manifested in the flesh.
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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
c) as he is in the light
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What indicates we are walking in the light?
When we have fellowship with God's people.
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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) liars
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The warning about antichrists referred to.
Those who had left the church and wanted to subvert others in it.
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Name an indication of loving the brethren.
To love the brethren means we help when they have needs; it is more than words.
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False prophets have the:
a) Holy Spirit
b) wilful spirit
c) spirit of antichrist
d) spirit of joy
c) spirit of antichrist
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Write the words of 1 John 4:8.
"He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
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Who are not to be received?
Those of the truth who have fallen into false doctrine.
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John's appearance to that church with more teaching would have what effect on the church?
It would complete their joy.
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What brought John much Joy?
The church continued to walk in the truth.
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What activity was Gaius involved with?
He was a helper of preachers of the truth who went on missions.
