What is the five letter word that we need to believe in God?
(In the Bible it says it is...the substance of things hoped for, the assurance of things not seen...)
100
Over 40 authors from many walks of life (i.e. - kings, peasants, philosophers, fishermen, poets, statesmen, scholars)
How many people were involved in writing the books that are in the Bible?
100
Holy Ghost
What is another name that has been given to the Holy Spirit that some people think is spooky?
100
One sign - Sick people will get well.
What was one of the signs Jesus said would happen when people believed in him? (Mark 16:17-18)
200
Messiah, Son of God, Son of Man
What are some claims that Jesus made about himself?
200
Some people "feel" different BUT some don't really feel any different at all.
Do people always feel different when they become Christians?
200
Over a 1500 year span (from 1400 B.C to A.D. 100)
Over what period of time was the Bible written?
200
Just repent and trust in Jesus as Lord. We are told in the Bible that when we repent, we will receive the Holy Spirit as a GIFT. (Acts 2:38-39)
What do we have to do to receive the Holy Spirit?
200
The missing word is PRAY. The complete quote is, "Satan laughs at our words, mocks at our toil, but trembles when we PRAY."
What is the missing word in the following quote: "Satan laughs at our words, mocks at our toil, but trembles when we ....."
300
12 disciples
How many disciples did Jesus have?
300
There is evidence in the Bible, throughout history and the witness of the Holy Spirit.
What evidence is there that FAITH is real?
300
D. L. Moody said, "The Bible was not given to increase our knowledge. It was given to change lives"
Who said, "The Bible was not given to increase our knowledge. It was given to change lives"?
300
In the very first book, Genesis chapter 1 verse 2.
When is the Holy Spirit first mentioned in the Bible?
300
In the Bible we read, "For I know the PLANS I have for you," declares the Lord, "PLANS to prosper you and not to harm you, PLANS to give you a hope and a future."
Jeremiah 29:11
What does God say about his PLANS for us?
400
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only beloved son, that whosoever believes in him shall not perish but shall have everlasting life.
Quote one of the most well known verses in the Bible (John chapter 3, verse 16).
400
No, we cannot earn, work for or be good enough to get God's forgiveness. It is a FREE GIFT that we receive by FAITH.
Can we earn OR work for OR be good enough to get God's forgiveness?
400
Daily Devotions
What do some people use to help them read the Bible every day?
400
Yes, there is a difference between RECEIVING and BEING FILLED with the Holy Spirit. It's a bit like having only the "pilot light" lit and having the full power of the Spirit.
Is there any difference between RECEIVING the Holy Spirit and BEING FILLED with the Holy Spirit?
400
CHURCH is more about PEOPLE, God's people gathering together as His family, or as a body, than about a building.
What is more important about CHURCH: the people or the building?
500
To take our place and bear the punishment for our sins so that we can be forgiven and enjoy friendship with God.
Why did Jesus die?
500
...he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come." 2 Corinthians 5:17
Complete the verse from 2 Corinthians 5:17: "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ......"
500
"....but on every word that comes from the mouth of God."
Matthew 4:4
Complete the verse, "Man does not live on bread alone,......"
Matthew 4:4
500
Praise, worship, power, boldness, speaking in tongues.
What are some things that may happen when people are filled with God's Holy Spirit?
500
(Tell one of Steve's or one of Roger's jokes)
Can you remember one of Steve's, or one of Roger's, jokes!