Deep Cuts
These are the Bible’s first and last books in the usual Christian order. Name both.
What are Genesis and Revelation?
According to Luke, Mary and Joseph traveled to this town, where Jesus was born.
What is Bethlehem? (Luke 2:1–7)
Pharaoh’s kitchen staff had a rough day when this plague showed up in Egypt’s ovens and mixing bowls.
What are frogs? (Exodus 8:1–6)
“Am I my brother’s keeper?”
Who is Cain? (Genesis 4:9)
This is the only Gospel that tells the story of wise men following a star to find Jesus.
What is Matthew? | Matthew 2:1–12
In Joshua’s day, a march, trumpet blasts, and a shout brought down the walls of this city.
What is Jericho? (Joshua 6:12–20)
Gideon laid this bundle of sheep’s wool on the ground and asked God to make it wet with dew while the ground stayed dry.
What is a fleece? (Judges 6:36–40)
“Speak, for your servant is listening.” This young boy said it after hearing his name called in the night.
Who is Samuel? (1 Samuel 3:1–10)
This disciple was chosen by lot to join the eleven after Judas was gone.
Who is Matthias? | Acts 1:15–26
Saul was on his way to this city when a light flashed around him and he heard Jesus speak.
What is Damascus? (Acts 9:1–9)
When warned that Herod wanted to kill him, Jesus called Herod this animal.
What is a fox? (Luke 13:31–32)
“My Lord and my God!” This disciple said it when the risen Jesus invited him to see his wounds.
Who is Thomas? (John 20:24–29)
In Acts, this seller of purple cloth invited Paul and his companions to stay in her home.
Who is Lydia? | Acts 16:11–15
Peter had a rooftop vision in this seaside town while staying with Simon the tanner.
What is Joppa? (Acts 10:5–16)
This servant recognized Peter’s voice at the gate and was so excited that she ran to tell everyone with Peter still outside.
Who is Rhoda? (Acts 12:12–16)
This woman called the Lord “the God who sees me” after an encounter by a spring in the wilderness.
Who is Hagar? (Genesis 16:7–14)