Basic Bible
What Bible is ONE GRAND story about God's ____________ for humanity?
redemption plan
How many testaments are in the Bible and what are they called?
2, the old and new testaments
The Bible tells one great story, what is it?
God's redemption plan for humanity.
Name the first four books of the Bible and what they tell us about? BONUS, which of those books tell about the birth of Jesus?
Matthew, Mark, Luke, John and they tell about the life, death and resurrection of Jesus.
*Bonus: Matthew & Luke
What is the preferred order of the 4-fold approach?
Lesson, Discussion, Lecture, Notes
How many book make up the Bible?
66
Which book has the 10 commandments?
Exodus (also repeated in Deuteronomy)
What is found primarly in the OLD testament?
The history and faith of the Jewish people, AKA the Israelite's.
Name the first 4 book of the Bible and what they are about?
Matthew, Mark, Luke, John. They are about the life, death and resurrection of Jesus.
What is the MOST important thing to do BEFORE you start your lesson questions?
PRAY!!!
Name 3 versions of the Bible?
NIV, ESV, KJV, NASB, NLT, AMP, ASV, Passion, MSG, CSB, NRSV
What tool in the back of your Bible helps you look up verses by keyword?
A concordance
Name the 5 Books of the law...
Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers & Deuteronomy
What is the book of ACTS about?
Name 1 reason BSF doesn't want you to read commentary or your notes BEFORE you discuss the passage with your group?
* creates an unsafe enviroment
* robs you of what GOD wants to show YOU
* inhibits the work of the HOLY SPIRIT to teach you as you wrestle with God's word.
Name 3 different FORMS of writing found in the Bible?
Poetry/wisdom, Historical Narrative, Teaching, Prophecy, Letters (Epistles)...
What is the longest book in the Bible?
Psalms
What is the difference between the MAJOR prophets and the minor prophets?
The size of the book (NOT the importance)
BONUS: 12, 5
How many Epistles are there?
21, Romans-Jude, these further explain the teachings of Jesus Christ, the implication of His life, death, resurrection and ascension, and the importance of His present ministry from Heaven through His people.
What is BSF's VISION?
To magnify God and mature His people?
The bible was written by approximately __________ human authors over a period of about ______ years.
40 authors, 1,500 years
Q: What does the “ff” mean in a reference like Mark 2:23ff?
It means “and the following verses”
Name the 3 out of the 5 books of wisdom & poetry?
Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs
How many books of prophecy are in the New Testament? Name them...
1, Revelation
What is BSF's MISSION?
Global in-depth Bible study producing passionate commitment to Christ, His Word and His Church.