Ecclesiastes 11
What does Ecclesiastes 11:1 say to “Cast your bread” over?
The waters
Paul warns the Philippians to beware of what kind of “dogs”?
False teachers / mutilators of the flesh
What is placed on Ezekiel’s head as a sign of the coming punishment?
Hair
Who are the twin sons of Isaac mentioned in Genesis 25?
Esau and Jacob
Luke 15 opens with Jesus responding to what group of people criticizing Him?
The Pharisees and scribes
According to Ecclesiastes 11:4, what happens to those who wait to see the wind?
They will not sow
What does Paul say he considers rubbish compared to knowing Christ?
All his own achievements
Ezekiel 5 describes the people being divided into how many parts?
Three parts
Who sells his birthright to his brother for a meal?
Esau
In the parable of the lost sheep, how many sheep does the shepherd leave to find the lost one?
Ninety-nine
What does Ecclesiastes 11 encourage people to do with youth?
Remember their Creator
In Philippians 3:13, Paul says to forget what and strain toward what?
Forget what is behind; strain toward what is ahead
What is the significance of burning a third of the hair in Ezekiel 5?
It represents death by plague or famine
What did Isaac do to bless Jacob instead of Esau?
Gave him the blessing intended for the firstborn
What does the woman do in the parable of the lost coin?
Searches diligently until she finds it
Ecclesiastes 11:6 advises to give a portion of what to seven or even eight?
To everyone
What does Paul want to gain in Philippians 3:8?
Christ and be found in Him
What does Ezekiel 5 say will happen to those who escape the sword?
They will scatter to the winds
How is Esau described in contrast to Jacob?
Skillful hunter / man of the field
What is the father’s reaction when the prodigal son returns?
He runs to him, embraces him, and celebrates
What imagery is used to show that the future is uncertain?
Clouds, rain, wind, and seas
Paul compares pressing toward the goal to what activity?
Running a race
Ezekiel 5 shows God’s judgment on whom?
Jerusalem / the people of Israel
What prophecy does God give Rebekah about her twins in Genesis 25?
The older will serve the younger
What does the older brother complain about in Luke 15?
That he was never celebrated despite his obedience