Bible Study #1
What does it mean to flee?
To run away or escape
What should you do if you discover idolatry in your life?
Repent of any idolatry you discover. Turn to God, ask him to forgive you, resolve to put him first in your life.
In the book of Revelation, what is the significance of the number 666?
It is the "number of the beast" and represents the ultimate evil or corruption.
What was the source of Samson's strength?
His long hair
What book of the New Testament tells the story of the apostle John's visions of the end times?
Revelation
What is idolatry?
The worship of someone or something other than God as though it were God. When something becomes more important than God
What does it mean to worship?
To honor or show reverence for as a divine being or supernatural power; To regard with great or extravagant respect, honor, or devotion.
In what epistle does Paul teach that Christians should be "transformed by the renewing of your mind"?
Romans
Which Psalm begins with the words, "The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want"?
Psalm 23
What book of the New Testament tells the story of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection?
Matthew, Mark, Luke, John
How can you identify your idols?
Ask yourself: What do I spend most of my time, energy, thoughts, and money on? What takes me away from serving God and loving others? What do I prioritize over growing in my faith?
In the New Testament, who warned against the idolatry of wealth and said that it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God?
Jesus Christ
Who was the first disciple to be martyred for his faith in Jesus?
Stephen
What did Joseph's brothers do to him because of their jealousy?
They sold him into slavery
What book of the Old Testament tells the story of David and Goliath?
1 Samuel
What is one way to prevent idolatry?
Surrender/ submit my talents, abilities and blessings back to God.
Name an example of idolatry in the Bible
The worship of the golden calf by the Israelites in Exodus 32, and the worship of Baal by the Israelites in 1 Kings 18.
What book of the Bible contains the famous prophecy about a suffering servant who would bear the sins of his people?
Isaiah
What did Satan do to Job to test his faith?
He took away his wealth, his children, and his health
What book of the New Testament tells the story of Paul's conversion on the road to Damascus?
Acts of the Apostles
How can you hold onto great and wonderful things loosely to prevent idolatry?
Remembering that this world is temporary and things are always changing. Only God is unchangeable every other good thing is a shadow/ glimpse of Him.
Who was the Old Testament prophet who called out the idolatry of the Israelites and challenged them to choose between God and Baal?
Elijah
Which of the four Gospels does not contain any parables of Jesus?
The Gospel of John does not contain any parables of Jesus.
On what day of the week was Jesus crucified?
Friday
Which book of the Bible contains a famous passage that begins "To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"?
Ecclesiastes