wisdom and authority in daily life

Question 1

moral advice
Ecclesiastes 12:13-14

Answer 1

‘fear God and keep his commandments […] for God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil.’
teaches final judgement on actions. Old Testament

Question 2

moral advice
Luke 6:36-37

Answer 2

‘be merciful, just as your father is merciful. Do not judge, and you will not be judged’
emphasises mercy and non-judgemental attitude. New Testament

Question 3

guide to living
Psalm 119:9

Answer 3

‘How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word’
seeking divine guidance. Old Testament

Question 4

guide to living
Psalm 119:105-112

Answer 4

‘your word is a lamp for my feet’
scripture as illuminating life’s path. Old Testament

Question 5

meaning and purpose
Genesis 1:26-28

Answer 5

‘be fruitful and multiply, fill the earth and subdue it’
defines human purpose through creation. Old Testament

Question 6

meaning and purpose
Ecclesiastes 9:5-9

Answer 6

‘Enjoy life with your wife, whom you love’ ‘Go, eat your food with gladness, and drink your wine with a joyful heart, for God has already approved what you do.’
discusses life’s temporal nature. Old Testament

Question 7

comfort and encouragement
Psalm 46:1

Answer 7

‘God is our refuge and strength,
an ever-present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear’
posits God as a source of comfort in times of trouble. Old Testament

Question 8

comfort and encouragement
Matthew 6:25

Answer 8

‘do not worry about your life, what you will eat and drink […] is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes?’
addresses anxiety and worry. New Testament