Jesus's Parables
In the Parable of the Lost Sheep, how many sheep did the shepherd leave behind?
99 (Luke 15:4-7)
What was Jesus’ first recorded miracle?
Turning water into wine (John 2:1-11)
In which tribe was Jesus born, fulfilling prophecy?
The tribe of Judah (Matthew 1:1-16)
What judge of Israel was also a prophetess, and who was her military commander?
Deborah; her commander was Barak (Judges 4:4-6)
(John 3:16) “For God so loved the world, that He gave…”
"His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life."
In the Parable of the Lost Coin, how many coins did the woman originally have?
10 (Luke 15:8-10)
How many loaves and fish did Jesus use to feed 5,000 people?
Five loaves and two fish (Matthew 14:17-21)
According to Matthew 2:16, how did King Herod respond when he realized the wise men had outwitted him?
He ordered the massacre of all male children two years old and under in Bethlehem (Matthew 2:16)
Who was the only female monarch to reign over Judah, and what was her fate?
Athaliah; she was executed after a coup (2 Kings 11:1-16)
(Philippians 4:13) “I can do all things through…”
"Christ who strengthens me."
In the Parable of the Prodigal Son, what did the father do when his son returned?
Ran to him, hugged him, and threw a feast (Luke 15:20-24)
What miracle happened when Jesus and Peter walked on water?
Peter started sinking when he doubted (Matthew 14:28-31)
What was the name of the Roman governor who ordered the census that led to Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem, as mentioned in Luke 2:1?
Caesar Augustus (Luke 2:1)
Who was Priscilla’s husband, and what was their profession?
Aquila; they were tentmakers (Acts 18:2-3)
(Proverbs 3:5) "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and…"
"Lean not on your own understanding."
In the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant, what did the forgiven servant refuse to do?
Forgive a smaller debt (Matthew 18:23-35)
What did Jesus do before raising Lazarus from the dead?
He wept (John 11:35-44)
To what country did Joseph and Mary flee to protect baby Jesus?
Egypt (Matthew 2:13-15)
Which woman, after anointing Jesus’ feet with expensive perfume, wiped them with her hair and was criticized by Simon the Pharisee?
Mary Magdalene (Luke 7:36-50)
(Psalms 46:10) “Be still, and…”
"Know that I am God."
In the Parable of the Wedding Feast, why was a man thrown out?
He wasn’t wearing wedding clothes, symbolizing unpreparedness (Matthew 22:11-13)
What was the only miracle recorded in all four Gospels?
Feeding of the 5,000 (Matthew 14, Mark 6, Luke 9, John 6)
Who was the prophetess who recognized baby Jesus in the temple?
Anna (Luke 2:36-38)
What foreign widow, who showed immense faith and loyalty, later became the great-grandmother of King David?
Ruth (Ruth 1:16-17, 4:13-22)
(Psalms 23) “The Lord is my shepherd…”
"I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever."