Love in the Bible
"God is ___" (1 John 4:7-12)
love
Name two saints who loved each other (were friends).
St. Mena & Pope Kyrillos
St. Antony & St. Paul
St. Barbara & St. Demiana
What is the only reason Christians can get a divorce?
For committing adultery
"Ask, and you will receive, that your ___ may be full" (John 16:24)"
joy
What is the difference between happiness & joy?
God is the source of joy, it lasts forever, and this" joy no one will take away from you" (John 16:22). Happiness is more temporary.
"Love never ____" (1 ___ 13:7)
fails
Corinthians
What would people do to show their love for God back in the day?
1. Die for their faith (martyrdom)
2. Become monks/nuns
True or false: men are greater than women.
Which book in the bible is well known for speaking of joy?
Philippians
How can we prove that we "love" God?
"If you love me, keep my commandments" (John 14:15)
Recite John 3:16
"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."
Name 2 bible characters who loved each other.
Elijah & Elisha
Moses & Joshua
St. John the Beloved & St. Peter
David & Jonathon
Answers will vary.
How can a husband show his love to his wife? How can a wife show her love to her husband?
A wife should submit to her husband & respect her husband (Ephesians 5:25-31).
A husband should sacrifice everything for his wife, as Christ loved the church (Ephesians 5:25-31)
"Rejoice in the Lord ___. Again I will say rejoice!" (Philippians 4:4)
always
Which disciple was called "Beloved" and was loved very much by our Lord Jesus Christ?
St. John, one of the 12 disciples
"Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one's ___ for his ___" (___ 13:15)
life
friends
John
Who am I? I took an army of 318 people to release my nephew from captivity even though he rebelled against me. I did all of this just because I loved him.
Abraham to his nephew Lot
Name 1 successful husband & wife in the bible.
Abraham & Sarah
Priscilla & Aquila
"My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various ___, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience." (___ 1:2-3)
trials
James
How many times is the word "joy" in the bible?
150 times