Colossians 1
Colossians 2
Colossians 3
Colossians 4
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Final Jeopardy
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Who wrote the book of Colossians, and who did he write this letter to?
Written by Paul to the church in Colossae
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When studying the bible, what do we always tell you to pay attention to?
CONTEXT! (who is the author, who is the audience, what is going on during that time in history, what are cultural context to be aware of, if you see a prepositional/conjunction word - for, so, and, because, therefore, but - what do you need to do?)
100
Recite Colossians 3:2 and tell us what it means
Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.
100
Recite Colossians 4:5 and tell us what it means
Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time.
100
What popular yellow fruit is known for being high in potassium and comes with its own natural wrapper?
banana
100
Category: Bible
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What was the author's situation when writing the book of Colossians?
He was imprisoned in Rome.
200
What is legalism?
Human works play a part or are fully responsible for salvation.
200
In Colossians 3, what are children commanded to do?
Obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord (Colossians 3:20)
200
What does it mean for our speech to be seasoned with salt?
Salt preserves food and purifies. Our speech, like salt, should help preserve and purify others in truth, even if our speech stings a little (like salt on an open wound).
Speak truth in love. Your speech must be spoken with truth, even if it's hard to hear sometimes. If you see your brother sinning, you need to remind him that what he's doing is wrong.
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How to study the bible in 3 basic steps:
Step 1 - KNOWLEDGE: Read the passage (What is happening in the passage? What is the context?)
Step 2 - WISDOM: Take the KNOWLEDGE and find the principle/lesson. (What is the author's intent? What is the biblical truth to be learned?)
Step 3 - UNDERSTANDING: Understand the principle and apply it to your life. Turn the KNOWLEDGE and WISDOM into action. (What is the application? How can you apply this biblical truth to your life?)
What principle and application can you draw from Matthew 19:16-30?
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What were the two main false teachings invading the church of Colossae?
1) Greek philosophy that Jesus is below God
2) Jewish legalism and ceremonialism
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What is mysticism?
Higher subjective religious experiences define salvation
300
When comparing the old man vs. the new man in Christ, what kind of love was referenced for the New Man?
Sacrificial, selfless love (agape)
300
Who is the man with a servant's heart? Describe him
Tychicus. He gave up his previous life to stay with Paul and help serve at a Jewish church. He was entrusted to deliver Paul's letter (a long and hard journey). He was considered a replacement for Titus and Timothy.
300
Old people slang: What does "What's the 411" mean?
What's new? What's the info/details?
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What is the theme of Colossians?
The pre-eminence of Christ. Pre-eminence is the fact of surpassing all others; superior; supreme.
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What is asceticism?
Self-denial is necessary for salvation
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Colossians 3:17 says "And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him."
Give an example of how a) a Christian student or b) a Christian teenager can do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus.
Believers are to act consistently with who Jesus is and do everything for the glory of God.
a) Christian student: Be a student that honors God. Try your best. Turn in your homework on time. Don't cheat. Treat your classmates well, etc.
b) Christian teenager: Obey your parents the first time they ask. Don't talk back. Don't use curse words. Be kind to your siblings. Treat others around you well. Make time for God's Word and prayer, etc.
400
Who is the man with a specialized talent? Describe him
Luke was a physician. He traveled with Paul and cared for him. He was very educated, and gave up prestige and wealth to serve as a missionary. He wrote the Gospel Luke and the book of Acts.
400
In a standard deck of playing cards, which is the only king depicted without a mustache?
The king of hearts
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How is Christ pre-eminent? Give at least 4 examples of the LEGITIMACY of Jesus as the Savior.
1. Image of the invisible GOd
2. Firstborn of all creation
3. By Him all things were created
4. All things have been created through Him and for Him.
5. He is before all things
6. In Him all things hold together (Jesus doesn't just create everything then leave)
7. Head of the body (the church)
8. He is the beginning (the vine, the primary source)
9. Firstborn from the dead (first and only one to resurrect from His own power)
10. That in everything He might be pre-eminent (Jesus elevator)
11. All the fullness of God was pleased to dwell (trinity)
12. Through Him, to reconcile to Himself all things
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Colossians 2:12 references baptism, what is baptism? What is the purpose of baptism? Do you need to be baptized to be saved?
Baptism is a picture of our old life of sin being buried with Christ and our new life being raise with Christ. It is an outward declaration of an inward change of heart/repentance and decision to follow/obey God.
No, you do not need to be baptized to be saved.
500
Explain idolatry and give examples.
Selfish desires placed above obedience to God. Immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and greed are forms of idolatry.
Even good things can become idols like good grades, family, friends, sports, hobbies, etc.
500
Who is the man with a surprising future? Describe him.
BONUS ($300) What is the name of the guy whose life was the opposite of Mark?
John Mark/Mark. Fails and deserts Paul during his first missionary journey, but God changes/renews his heart and he is restored. He was proven faithful and later described by Paul as useful to him. God turned his life around from deserter to one of the Gospel writers.
500
In the movie Up, for the initial lift off scene, how many balloons were used?
A. 1,622
B. 10,622
C. 2,622
D. 20, 622
D. 20,622
Pixar used 20,622 balloons in the animation of the lift off and 10,297 balloons from the floating sequences.