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Teen Water
2 Story Building
Official Matters
The Swimming Pool
100
What is the purpose of the book of John? (Detailed answer)
To help people fall in love with Jesus and to show them how to spend time with Him, even though they can’t see, hear, or touch Him directly.
100
How far back does the Word go?
Eternity
100
Name 4 contrasts between Nicodemus and the Samaritan Woman. (1/2 pt each on the test).
Nicodemus Jew (Pharisee) Came by night Rich Highly educated Highly respected Pious He has a big name in town Jerusalem – the Holy City Begins open, then slow to accept Woman at the well Samaritan Came by day Poor Probably illiterate Despised and rejected Adulteress She is anonymous Sychar – “drunkenness” Begins defensive, then quick to accept
100
What do you do if you have doubts?
Do what the Bible says anyway and faith will come
100
Why did Jesus arbitrarily choose to heal the paralyzed man?
He was the person who was in the worst shape.
200
What is the difference between 1st generation Christians and 2nd generation Christians?
1st Generation Christians: They saw Jesus. 2nd Generation Christians: Still waiting to see Jesus.
200
What was the point of John the Baptist's ministry?
He prepares the way for Christ’s ministry.
200
Why did Nicodemus visit Jesus late at night?
He didn't want anyone to know he was visiting Jesus.
200
What faith are students hungry for?
A faith that is real and makes a difference in everyday life.
200
Why did Jesus heal on the Sabbath?
To show that it is lawful to do good on the Sabbath.
300
What element is left out of the book of John which is included in the other 3 Gospels?
Miracles where Jesus heals through touch.
300
What was the point of Jesus' first miracle?
It was an act of kindness and a lesson at the same time.
300
Why did the Samaritan Woman come to the well in the heat of the day?
She didn't want anyone to see her.
300
What are 2 of the 4 steps in receiving God's gift?
1. Know that you have a problem. 2. Take your problem to Jesus. 3. Receive the word that your need has been met 4. Speak and act the idea that God is going to do the right thing.
300
What are common causes of negative thoughts and emotions?
1. Things we have done 2. Things that have been done to us
400
Why was the young Christian Church about to hit the panic button?
John the Disciple was going to pass away soon and he was the only one left of the Twelve.
400
Why did the priests and rulers at the temple flee from a carpenter's son?
They fled because divinity flashed through humanity.
400
What Bible verse do the stories of Nicodemus and the Samaritan Woman help illustrate?
John 3:16- they help define "whoever" believes is saved.
400
Why didn't the Official hurry home to his son after meeting Jesus in Cana?
He already believed he was healed.
400
Give 3 of the first 6 steps in Finding Stability.
1. Choose healing. 2. Look the past in the eye. 3. Discover your value in God’s eyes. 4. Seek support and guidance. 5. Invite Jesus into your traumatic memories 6. Recognize that we live in a sinful world.
500
Name one of the two conclusions that can be drawn from the way John wrote his gospel.
1. The reader must know the words of Jesus and discern their application to his or her particular situation. 2. The reader must carry out what Jesus commands.
500
Name 3 of the 5 characteristics of Jesus as a teenager?
1. Independence Based on Principle. 2. Desire to Serve Others 3. Independence Brings Opposition- He takes a stand. 4. Jesus Was Inclusive 5. Jesus’ Source of Strength- His relationship with God.
500
In what specific way is our walk with Christ like that of Nicodemus and the Samaritan Woman?
We experience a mixture of being bold and timid.
500
What are the 4 steps to authenticity?
1. Bible study 2. Prayer 3. Journaling 4. Accountability to others
500
Give 3 of the last 6 steps in Finding Stability.
7. Beware of wallowing in your painful past. 8. Forgive those who have hurt you. 9. Forgive yourself. 10. Recognize that everyone has a breaking point 11. Build new, positive memories 12. God works in spite of human failure
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