Bible Passages and Simple Questions
Give the verse for Deut. 30:19.
"I set before you life and death, the blessing and the curse. Choose life, then, that you and your descendants will live."
Tell the story of the destruction of Jericho.
Joshua and people need to conquer Canaan, and a major battle was with Jericho. God sent a messenger to Joshua to tell instructions to take down the wall of Jericho. The priests and people must go around the wall with the Ark of the Covenant for six days. On the seventh, they must go around seven times. During that, the horns must blast, and when the crossing was done, all the people would shout, and the walls would come down, and the people could take the city.
Give the verse for Joshua 24:15.
"For me and my house, we will serve the Lord."
What is the main concern of the book of Joshua?
(Answers vary, I chose the best answer) The Israelites must be obedient to God to conquer Canaan. Lots of battles happened, and they divided the land among the twelve tribes. The covenant with Moses was also renewed.
Give some prefigurement of the tabernacle and the items in it.
(Answers may vary) The tabernacle in the wilderness represents a real tabernacle. The brazen altar for sacrifice represents Christ's sacrifice on the cross. The laver for ritual washing is representing being washed clean in Baptism/Confession. The candles/lampstand represents being enlightened by the Holy Spirit. The table of showbread represents Eucharist. The altar of incense represents prayer and intercession. The through veil to the Holy of Holies represents going through the body of Christ, the Church, to the Father. The Ark of the Covenant represents the Tabernacle with Eucharist.
What is the purpose of the Judges?
The Judges are God's leaders who: (1) remind Israel of the covenant and promises, (2) settle legal disputes, and (3) give advice about the Law.
What is the final prophecy of Moses and the death of Moses?
The final prophecy of Moses is that there would be a prophet greater than Moses. The death of Moses was that he dies on Mt. Nebo. He can see across the Jordan River and into the Promised Land.
What are the main events of the story of Ruth?
Ruth married a Jewish man who moved to Moab (she was now a widow), and Naomi and Ruth go to Israel. Naomi tells Ruth to stay, but Ruth says, "Your people will be my people, your God will be my God." In Israel, Boaz marries Ruth because of her fidelity, and they will be great-grandparents of David, the King.
What is the story of Joshua and the Jordan River?
Joshua was selected to be the new leader of the people of Israel. He was selected to lead the Israelites across the Jordan River into the Promised Land to conquer Canaan. The priests carry the Ark of the Covenant and cross the Jordan River. When they do, the water clears into a dry path for the Israelites to cross.
Describe the cycle of sin during this time.
1. First sin: usually, by worshipping another god.
2. Next is servitude: as a punishment, God allows their enemies to control them.
3. Then supplication: a cry out for help.
4. Next is salvation: God answers their prayers.
5. Finally, there is silence: things are peaceful, sometimes they forget about God, and when people forget about God, it leads them to sin.
What are the main lessons of the book of Ruth?
(Answers may vary, I tried my best) To have fidelity toward others.