Old Testament Overview
Genesis 12 marks the beginning of God's covenant with this man, promising him a great nation of his lineage and land for his people to call home. Who was this man, who initially took the Lord's promise into his own hands before ultimately proving his faith on Mount Moriah?
Abraham
Matthew 5-7 records this event of the New Testament wherein Jesus delivers a series of teachings, including the Beatitudes. What was this event called, wherein Jesus proclaimed his disciples as the salt of the earth and the light of the world (Matthew 5:13-16), and the Lord's Prayer is first given?
The Sermon on the Mount
Her story in the bible, particularly in 1 Samuel 25, highlights themes of wisdom, humility, courage, and the power of intercession. Who was this woman of faith, remembered for her resourcefulness in intervening for her husband's life against the anger of King David?
Abigail
This word is defined as the male head of a family or tribe. In the Old Testament, however, it also refers to the progenitors of the Israelites. What is this term, mainly used to collectively refer to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob?
Patriarch(s), The
The book of Acts describes the development of the early church, including this event wherein the Holy Spirit was given to the disciples. What was this event, of which Peter quoted the prophet Joel in saying "And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy: And I will shew wonders in heaven above, and signs in the earth beneath."
The Day of Pentecost
The story of this non-Israelite diviner is a cautionary tale against leading others astray and allowing greed and false-teachings to guide your path. Additionally, his stubbornness and lack of spiritual discernment is highlighted by his interaction with a certain talking barnyard animal.
Balaam
Exodus 1-12 describes the story of the Israelites captivity in Egypt. Eventually, God uses Moses to deliver a set of these events upon the Egyptians. What were these events, some of which being the Nile River turning to blood, livestock pestilence, and death of the firstborn.
The Plagues
This relatively short New Testament book, written by Paul, provides instructions on how to establish and lead churches, emphasizing the importance of sound doctrine. What is this book, addressed to a companion of Paul and a church leader on Crete?
Titus
The story of this military man is one that highlights God's healing power the importance of humility in receiving God's grace, and the universal nature of God's mercy. Who was this man, who followed instructions from the prophet Elisha to receive his healing in 2 Kings 5?
Naaman
This Old Testament book details the events surrounding the Israelites entering the promised land of Canaan and conquering several cities. What is this book, named after a famous Israelite leader, that features the following verse: "And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD."
Joshua
To the Corinthians, Paul emphasized the importance of unity, spiritual gifts, and the resurrection of Jesus. To the Thessalonians, the message was that of perseverance, faith during persecution, and a hope in Christ's return. In this book, Paul made a clear point of stating that salvation was a gift from God, obtained through faith in Jesus Christ rather than adherence to the law or good works. What was this book, written to the people of an Italian city, and is considered to be a foundational text for understanding Christian theology?
Romans
Multiple answer required. These two Old Testament books have a common focus of restoration. In one, it is described how the Israelites returned from exile and began reforming their religious practices. In the other, we are told how the wall around Jerusalem was reconstructed, highlighting an importance of unity among a people. What are these two books, one following after the other in order of the Old Testament?
Ezra and Nehemiah
This event in Revelation is proceeded by the Second Coming of Christ in chapter 19, and followed by Satan's release from imprisonment, rebellion, and subsequent defeat in chapter 20. What is this event, characterized by peace, prosperity, and the restoration of harmony between humanity and creation, although it will last for a set amount of time.
The Millennial Reign