LUOA Survey of the Bible: Module 7 Questions and Answers Graded A+

LUOA Survey of the Bible: Module 7 Questions and Answers Graded A+ What was John's occupation prior to being an apostle of Jesus Christ? fisherman How does John refer to himself in his Gospel? "the disciple whom Jesus loved" Jesus had twelve disciples but He spent most of his time with just three; they were known as Jesus' "inner three." Who were these three disciples? Peter John James How does the Gospel of John end? Resurrection appearance of Jesus before seven of the disciples at the Sea of Galilee. In John 1:1, "the Word" is a reference to Jesus. Knowing this, what theological truth can be concluded about John 1:1? Jesus has always existed with God, and as God. According to John 3:16, one must believe in Jesus in order to have eternal life in God's presence in heaven. Briefly share what you believe about Jesus in 50-100 words. In other words, who is Jesus to you? (For more verses on how to get saved, see Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23; Romans 10:13; and Romans 10:9-10; you may also message your teacher for more information about this.) I believe that there is a heaven and a hell. One of these two places is where everyone who ever lived will end up after they die for eternity. To put it plainly, hell is bad and heaven is good. To get into heaven, you must believe that Jesus saved you by dying on the cross for our sins and ask him to live inside you and to save you. Jesus isn't just a person who sacrificed himself for us, he is God, and he loves everyone more that anyone can imagine. He wants to have a personal relationship with each one of us so that we may walk in his light and show others that he is the way, the truth and the life and that he is the only way to heaven. Who is Jesus in the Gospel of John? (Choose two answers) The Mighty God. The Lamb of God. In Exodus 3:14, God says the following about Himself to Moses: "I am who I am." In John's Gospel, Jesus makes seven "I am" statements, but He adds to what God said about Himself to Moses (Jesus is claiming to be a more clear revelation of God by doing this; He is essentially claiming to be God). Identify five of Jesus' "I am statements" from John below. "I am the way, the truth, and the life." "I am the bread of life." "I am the door." "I am the light of the world." "I am the good shepherd." In Matthew 5-7, Jesus preaches what is known as the __________ __________ __________ __________. Sermon on the Mount The parable of the hidden treasure teaches believers about the incomparable value of the kingdom of heaven. What was the man in this parable willing to give up in order to gain the kingdom of heaven? (Matthew 13) everything he had How much food did Jesus start with when He fed the five thousand? (Mark 6) five loaves of bread and two fish In Luke 12:31, Jesus says He will meet our needs if we do what? Seek His kingdom. Who is the author of Acts? Luke What is the overarching message of Acts? The coming of the Holy Spirit ensures that the spread of the Church can't be stopped. Judas Iscariot was one of Jesus' twelve apostles. However, after he betrayed Jesus and committed suicide, a new apostle was chosen to take his place. What was the name of this apostle? Matthias How many people are saved after Peter's sermon on the Day of Pentecost? 3,000 What chapter in the book of Acts details the radical transformation of Saul/Paul? Acts 9 Acts 1:8 says that followers of Christ should be His __________ to the end of the earth. witnesses Identify five key themes from the book of Acts. The spread of the gospel message. Jesus' commission of His disciples. The cost of discipleship. The coming of the Holy Spirit. The advancement of the Church. Acts is the __________ to the Gospel of Luke (Luke wrote both books). sequel One of the things that should be kept in mind when studying the book of Acts is this: The spread of the Church leads geographically __________ __________ Jerusalem (try to notice this as you read Acts). away from Acts makes it clear that believers today should strive to do what? Collectively strive to carry out Jesus' mission. Identify three key components of the gospel message that are emphasized in Acts. Jesus' deity, death, and resurrection. The parable of the Prodigal Son is found in Luke 15. What is the response of the father when the son (who has spent his entire inheritance on worthless things) returns home and asks his father for forgiveness? The father welcomes him back and holds a celebration. In Luke 16, Jesus teaches several things, but the last thing that is mentioned in this chapter is the story about the rich man and __________. Lazarus What does Jesus predict in Luke 18? His own death and resurrection. In John 6, Jesus says that He is the __________ of Life. Bread What is the main reason Jesus rebukes the Pharisees in Mark 7? They forsake God's commandments to hold to their traditions. Who wrote the book of Romans? Paul The book of Romans is known as the most ____________ book in the entire Bible. theological There are three primary things that the book of Romans mentions about salvation. Identify these three things. The results of salvation. Why people need salvation. How people can experience salvation. Who is Jesus in Romans? (Choose two answers) Lord and Savior. The center of the gospel. What theological term explains what happens at the moment a person trusts in Jesus as Lord and Savior? Justification What theological term can be used to explain the lifelong process of striving to become more like Christ? Sanctification What theological term is sometimes used to capture what will take place when a believer spends eternity in heaven with God? Glorification Believers shouldn't be __________ of/by the gospel of Jesus Christ. ashamed What type of lives should followers of Christ strive to live? Missional lives. If someone sins against you (does something they shouldn't to you), Matthew 18 makes it clear that the first thing you should do is... go directly to the person who has sinned against you. In John 10, Jesus says, "I am the good __________." shepherd In Luke 10, Jesus tells the parable of the Good __________. Samaritan What is the name of the blind man that Jesus heals in Mark 10? Bartimaeus The event where Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a colt is known as... (Mark 11) the Triumphal Entry. Who is the author of 1 Corinthians? Paul Who were 1-2 Corinthians written to? The church in Corinth. What were the two main reasons Paul originally wrote 1 Corinthians? To address issues within the church. To answer questions the church had. Identify four key themes in 1 Corinthians. Believers should strive to be unified with one another. Believers should strive to live a godly lifestyle. The centrality of Christ's resurrection from the dead. The nature of love and how Christians should display it. Believers today should seek to determine what their __________ __________ is/are, and then use it/them to build up Christ's body, the Church. spiritual gifts The letter of 1 Corinthians begins with a focus on the ______ and ends with an emphasis on the _____________. cross resurrection In 1 Corinthians, Jesus is the resurrected __________ and __________. Lord; Savior The letter of 2 Corinthians is the most __________ account ever written about the trials and triumphs of Christian ministry. intimate How does Paul typically begin and conclude every letter that he writes? With a greeting (sometimes lengthy). What does 2 Corinthians 5:17 say about every follower of Christ? They are a new creation. In 2 Corinthians 5:21 the greatest exchange that could ever take place is detailed. In this exchange, what did Christ get? What do we get if we trust in Christ? Christ got our sin; we get His righteousness. The letter of 2 Corinthians makes it clear that __________ is the mark of a true disciple of Christ. suffering According to 2 Corinthians, Christians must be __________ __________ in the way they think, speak, and act. counter-cultural When reading and studying 2 Corinthians, what should we attempt to do? Feel the heart of Paul in this book. According to Mark 12, what are the two greatest commandments? (Choose two answers) Love others. Love God. What does Jesus speak about in Mark 13? The end times. When Jesus prays in the Garden of Gethsemane prior to His betrayal and arrest, how does He address God? "Abba, Father" How does Jesus display servant leadership in John 13-14? He washes the feet of His disciples. In John 15, Jesus says He is the vine. He goes on to say in the same chapter that apart from Him, believers can __________ __________. do nothing