luoa 8th grade bible semester exam 2023 Verified

luoa 8th grade bible semester exam 2023 Verified The twelve books of History continue with the story of ____________________________. the people of Israel What is the book of Joshua about? History of Israel's Conquest of the Promised Land Why was the book of Joshua written? To assure the people that obedience to God is rewarded. What is Joshua 1:7? "Only be strong and very courageous, being careful to do according to all the law that Moses my servant commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may have good success wherever you go." What is the book of Judges about? The History of Israel before the Kings. Why was the book of Judges written? To stress the importance of remaining loyal to God. Ruth was not from Israel, she was a ______________. Moabite The books of History tell of the conquest of __________. Canaan (the promised land) Why was the book of Ruth written? To demonstrate the kind of faithfulness, godliness, loyalty, and love that God desires for us. What is the book of 1 Samuel about? The History of Events Why was the book of 1 Samuel written? To record how Israel got a king. Why was the book of 2 Samuel written? To demonstrate the prominence of David's line. Samuel was a _______________. prophet and priest Why was the book of 2 Kings written? To demonstrate the value of obeying God. What is I Kings 3:9a? "Give your servant therefore an understanding mind to govern your people, that I may discern between good and evil," Why was the book of 1 Kings written? To demonstrate the value of obeying and the danger of disobeying God. The books of 1 and 2 Kings are a recorded account of the evaluation of the __________ of Israel and Judah. kings The twelve History books continue with the story of the people of Israel and their continuous cycle of _________________. disobedience The Temple was first built during the reign of_______________. King Solomon The books in the history section of the Old Testament are primarily about the historical events regarding the ______________. Israelites, or Hebrew people Biblical scholars do not know for sure who wrote the books of 1 and 2 Kings. Correct. It shares some of the same material as in Jeremiah, but it was probably written from Babylon during the exile, and Jeremiah lived in Jerusalem. What is the last book of the Old Testament? Malachi The Major Prophets are called "major" because ________________________. of the length of the books. The prophets brought God's word which included ______________. warnings of judgment What is the most important event prophesied in the book of Isaiah? the coming of the messiah- Jesus Why was the book of Isaiah written? To convince the people that salvation was possible through repentance and hope in the coming Messiah. What is Isaiah 9:6? "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Why was the book of Jeremiah written? To warn Judah of their destruction, to remind them of their sin, and convince them to submit to the Babylonian invaders. What is Jeremiah 29:11? "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." What is the book of Lamentations? A Dirge Poem Why was the book of Lamentations written? To express the despair of the people of Judah over the loss of their land, city, and Temple. What is Lamentations 3:22, 23? "The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." What is the book of Ezekiel about? Prophecy and Warning Why was the book of Ezekiel written? To confront people about their sin, give them one last chance to repent, and offer hope. What is Ezekiel 36:26? "And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh." Where did Daniel spend most of his adult life and write the book of Daniel? Babylon and Persia Why was the book of Daniel written? To convince the Jewish exiles that God is sovereign and to provide them with a vision of their future redemption. The books in the poetry and wisdom include _________________. Job, Psalm, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon The books of poetry and wisdom illustrate the creative ways the people of Israel _______________________ to God and to each other. expressed themselves The five Poetry and Wisdom books include _______________________________. hymns, proverbs, poems, and dramas. Who wrote the book of Job? unknown What is the book of Job about? A Story of Perseverance Why was the book of Job written? To show the sovereignty of God and to illustrate faithfulness in the midst of suffering. What is Job 19:25, 26? "For I know that my Redeemer lives, and at the last he will stand upon the earth. And after my skin has been thus destroyed, yet in my flesh I shall see God," What is the book of Psalms? A Collection of Poetry and Songs Why was the book of Psalms written? To communicate with God and worship Him. What is Psalm 145:21? "My mouth will speak the praise of the Lord, and let all flesh bless his holy name forever and ever." Why was the book of Proverbs written? To provide wisdom and guidance for God's children What is Proverbs 3:5, 6? "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." Who is credited with writing Proverbs and Ecclesiastes? Solomon What is the book of Ecclesiastes about? wisdom Why was the book of Ecclesiastes written? A search to discover truth What is Ecclesiastes 12:13-14? "The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man. For God will bring every deed into judgment, with every secret thing, whether good or evil." Why was the book of Song of Solomon written? To illustrate the joy of authentic love found in marriage. What is Song of Solomon 8:7? "Many waters cannot quench love, neither can floods drown it. If a man offered for love all the wealth of his house, he would be utterly despised." _________________________ wrote the books of the law. Moses The first book of the Bible is _____________ which means _____________. Genesis, Beginnings How many books are in the section of The Law? 12 What books make up the History section? Joshua, Judges, Ruth, I Samuel, 2 Samuel, ! Kings, 2 Kings, 1 Chronicles, 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther The History books continue with the story of the people of Israel and the return from exile ______________________. during the Persian rule. Who wrote the book of 1 and 2 Chronicles? Ezra What is the book of 1 Chronicles about? Review of David's Reign Why was the book of 1 Chronicles written? To encourage the remnant. What is the book of 2 Chronicles about? Highlights Kings of Judah Why was the book of 2 Chronicles written? To show the benefits that come from obedience. The books of the Bible were written by men inspired by... the Holy Spirit What is the book of Ezra about? History of Reconstruction Why was the book of Ezra written? To provide a detailed account of the exiles' return and the rebuilding of the Temple What is Ezra 3:11? "And they sang responsively, praising and giving thanks to the Lord, 'For he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever toward Israel.' And all the people shouted with a great shout when they praised the Lord, because the foundation of the house of the Lord was laid." What is the book of Nehemiah about? History of Reconstruction Why was the book of Nehemiah written? Rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem The book of ________________ is the only book of the Bible that does not mention the name of God. Esther What is Esther 4:14? "For if you keep silent at this time, relief and deliverance will rise for the Jews from another place, but you and your father's house will perish. And who knows whether you have not come to the kingdom for such a time as this?" What is the book of Esther? A Story of Redemption. Why was the book of Esther written?