Why was David confident he could face Goliath even though he was young and inexperienced?
He trusted that God would help him.
What city did God command Jonah to go to, and why?
Nineveh, because the people there were wicked and sinful
How did Zacchaeus first meet Jesus?
He climbed a tree to see Jesus over the crowd.
What does building on the rock represent?
Hearing Jesus' words and putthing them into practice
Mathew 6:33
But seek first his kingdom and righteousness and all these things will be given to you as well.
What/who does Hosea & Gomer represent, and why?
It represents the relationship between God and Israel/People because God is faithful and Israel/We are unfaithful to him.
Why was Daniel thrown into the lions' den, and who plotted it to happen?
He continued praying to God even though it was forbidden, and he was plotted against by his jealous rival administrators and high government officials under King Darius.
What caused the younger son to decide to return home?
He lost everything and realized his father's servants had more than enough.
Why was it significant that the Samaritan, rather than the priest or Levite, helped the injured man?
He showed that being a true neighbor means showing mercy to anyone in need.
1 John 1:9
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.
How did Jezebel's negativity influence Israel?
She promoted false worship and led people away from God.
Name all four types of soil and what they represent.
Path, rocky ground, thorny ground, and good soil.
Name the two miracles that happened to the widow whom Elijah met.
Flour and oil did not run out during famine and her son rose from the dead.
Why is the birth of Jesus important to God's plan of salvation?
Jesus came to save people from their sins.
Romans 5:8
But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
Name four pieces of the Armor of God AND what each represents.
Examples: Belt–truth; breastplate–righteousness; shield–faith; helmet–salvation; sword–Word of God; shoes–gospel of peace.
What did the servants do with what their master entrusted to them?
Some used it and increased it, while one hid what he was given.
Why did David refuse Saul's armor before fighting Goliath?
He was not used to it and chose to fight using what he knew while trusting God.
What does Jonah's reaction after Nineveh repented reveal about the difference between Jonah's attitude and God's?
Jonah was angry, while God showed mercy and compassion.
Ephesians 1:7
In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.
What evidence showed that meeting Jesus truly changed Zacchaeus?
He gave to the poor and promised to repay those he had cheated.
What does Daniel continuing to pray despite the king's law show about his priorities?
Obeying and remaining faithful to God was more important to him than protecting himself.
How did the father's reaction to his returning son demonstrate grace rather than simply giving him what he deserved?
He welcomed and restored his son instead of rejecting or punishing him.
How does Hosea's relationship with Gomer help illustrate God's relationship with His people?
It demonstrates God's faithful love and willingness to forgive and restore His unfaithful people.
Hosea 14:4
“I will heal their waywardness
and love them freely,
for my anger has turned away from them.