Life of Jesus
what town was Jesus born in
Bethlehem
What do the deaths of King Ahab and his wife Jezebel have in common?
Dogs eat the blood of their dead bodies.
What is the name of the island where John wrote the book of Revelation?
On the island of Patmos
Which woman was thought to be drunk while praying to the Lord for a child?
Hannah prayed and wept before God, but the priest Eli thought she was drunk. See 1 Samuel 1:9-14.
How many books are there in the Bible
66
In which books of the Bible is the story of Jesus' birth told?
The birth of Jesus is told in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, at the beginning of the New Testament. Matthew 1 and 2; Luke 2.
What event triggers the division of Israel into two kingdoms?
Jeroboam leads a rebellion against the wicked King Rehoboam.
In Luke 9, Jesus sent his 12 disciples on a mission. In Luke 10, how many were commissioned?
70 were sent on a mission to the places where Jesus was going to visit. See: Luke 10:1.
Who was the wise woman who stopped David from destroying Nabal, her husband, and her house?
Abigail was the wife of Nabal, a wicked and foolish man. She interceded for him and prevented David and his men from destroying him. See: 1 Samuel 25:23-33.
What language did 'Bible' come from and what is the original meaning of the word 'Bible'?
Greek "Biblos"
What should be the 3 attitudes of Jesus' followers?
Jesus told everyone that if anyone wanted to follow him, they should deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow him. Luke 9:23-26
What are the four great rivers in the Garden of Eden
Pishon, Gihon, Tigris, Euphrates
Who said, "You may now dismiss your servant in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation"?
Simeon, who was waiting for the redemption of Israel, said this phrase as he held the baby Jesus in his arms. See: Luke 2:25-35.
What was the name of Saul's eldest daughter, who was promised to David but given to someone else?
Merab, Saul's eldest daughter, was to be David's wife, but was given to Adriel. See 1 Samuel 18:17-19.
How many authors wrote the Bible?
approximately 40
What was Jesus first miracle?
Turned water into wine at a wedding feast
What was the name of the city founded by Cain after he left God's presence?
Cain built a city and named it after his first son: Enoch. Genesis 4:16-17
Which disciple replaced Judas Iscariot after Jesus' resurrection?
Matthias was Judas' replacement. Like the other apostles, Matthias also witnessed the resurrection. See: Acts 1:21-26.
What woman wanted to change her name to Mara (meaning bitter)?
Naomi asked to be called Mara when she returned to her homeland widowed and without her two sons. See Ruth 1:20-22.
What is the central theme of the Bible?
Jesus Christ
What happened while Jesus was on the cross?
(3 events took place)
The sun was darkened; the veil of the temple was torn; there was an earthquake and rocks were broken
Which king in history got leprosy?
Uzziah
Which of these parables addresses loving your neighbor?
The parable of the Good Samaritan was taught when a teacher of the Law asked Jesus who his neighbor was. See Luke 10:25.
Who was the young woman who gave water to Eliezer and his camels in Mesopotamia?
Rebekah, the beautiful young woman who drew water from the spring, gave water to Abraham's servant and his camels. See: Genesis 24:15-19.
8. Which is the longest and shortest chapter in the Bible?
longest Pslams 119
shortest Pslams 117