Moses Prays for Mercy
What did the Lord offer to do for Moses after Israel rebelled?
He offered to destroy Israel with a plague and make Moses the father of a greater and mightier nation.
Why did Joshua remind Israel that Abraham and his family had worshipped idols?
To emphasize that God's grace in calling Abraham out of idolatry and to warn Israel against returning to false gods.
Who were the "shepherds" whom God held responsible for Judah's condition?
The kings and leaders of Judah.
Who did God say was ultimately responsible for sending Judah into exile?
God Himself. He used Babylon and Nebuchadnezzer as instruments of His judgement.
In which letter does Paul describe the “fruit of the Spirit” as love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, and temperance
Galatians (5:22–23)
What two main arguments did Moses make when he pleaded with God for Israel?
First, destroying Israel would dishonor God's name before Egypt and other nations. Second, Moses appealed to God's revealed character as longsufferring, merciful, and forgiving.
What four action words describe God's intervention in Abraham's life?
Took, led, multiplied, and gave.
What had Judah's shepherds done to God's flock instead of caring for them?
They had scattered, driven away, and neglected God's people.
What were some of the exiles instructed to do while living in Babylon?
Build houses, plant gardens, marry and have families, increase in number, seek the welfare of Babylon, and pray for the city.
In which letter does Paul tell believers to put on the “whole armor of God”?
Ephesians
How did the Lord respond to Moses' request for mercy?
God pardoned Israel and did not destroy the nation, but the unbelieving generation wold not enter the Promised Land.
What did Balaam do after his attempt to curse Israel failed?
He advised Balak to tempt Israel into idolatry and sexual immorality.
What did God promise to do for His scattered people?
God promised to gather the remnant, restore them to their land, make them fruitful, and give them faithful shepherds.
Whom did God warn the exiles not to allow to deceive them?
False Prophets, diviners, and those claiming deceptive dreams.
In which letter does Paul describe Christ as taking the “form of a servant,” humbling Himself, and becoming obedient unto death
Philippians (2:5–8)
How could God both pardon Israel and still punish people?
God forgave them and spared them from immediate destruction, but their sin still had consequences. The unbelieving generation would die in the wilderness.
What did God send ahead of Israel, to help drive out their enemies?
Hornets
Who is the Righteous Branch, God promised to raise up from the Line of David?
The Messiah, Jesus Christ.
How long did God say the Babylonian Exile would last?
Seventy Years
In which letter does Paul explain that Abraham was “justified by faith” before he was circumcised, making him the father of all who believe?
Romans (4:9–12)
Why was Caleb allowed to enter the Promised Land?
Because Caleb had "another spirit" and followed the Lord fully.
What three things did Israel receive in the Promised land that emphasized God's grace?
Land they had not worked for, cities they had not built, and vineyards and olive groves they had not planted.
What name would the coming King be called according to Jeremiah 23:6?
"The Lord, Our Righteousness"
What did God promise would happen when His people sought Him with all their heart?
They would find Him. God would hear them, restore them, gather them from the nations, and bring them back to their land.
In which letter does Paul ask that a runaway slave be received “not now as a servant, but above a servant, a brother beloved”?
Philemon (vv. 15–16)
What Old Testament prophet foretold a “new covenant” in which God would put His law within His people?
Jeremiah — Jeremiah 31:31–34