Bible Basics
What does “living text” mean?
The Bible continues to speak to people today
Who led the Israelite's out of Egypt?
Moses
Who is the central figure?
Jesus
What gift allows human to choose?
Free will
What does the word angel mean?
Messenger
What is the Bible mainly about?
God’s relationship with humanity
How did God first call Moses?
Through the burning bush
Which Gospel is the shortest?
Mark
Humans are created in whose image?
Gods Image
What was Adam created from?
Dust
How many books are in the Bible?
73 in the Catholic Bible
Which prophet predicted the coming Messiah?
Isaiah
Which Gospel writer was a tax collector?
Matthew
Why doesn’t God force people to love Him?
Love must be freely chosen
What did the Garden of Eden provide?
Everything needed for a harmonious and immortal life
What discovery confirmed the accuracy of biblical texts?
Dead Sea Scrolls
What do the Wisdom Books teach?
Which Gospel writer wrote Acts?
Luke
Why is chosen love more meaningful than forced love?
It is authentic we are not robotic that is why God gives us free will
What values are shown in Adam and Eve’s relationship?
Partnership, respect, equality and love
What famous quote teaches disciples to live their faith through actions?
”Your life may be the only Gospel anyone ever reads”
What do the Major Prophets Emphasize?
Faith and Justice
What book contains apocalyptic writing?
Revelation
When suffering happens, Catholic’s believe God still does what?
Remains present and offers comfort and guidance
What is a covenant?
A SACRED PROMISE OR RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD