Jesus the Son
“For the Father _____ no one, but has committed all _____ to the Son” – John 5:22
Judges/Judgment
Which detail most strongly challenges the idea that the disciples stole Jesus’ body?
A. The burial linens were left behind neatly folded in the tomb.
B. The disciples were trained in moving large stones silently at night.
C. John alone was strong enough to roll away the stone by himself.
D. It was customary for thieves to steal bodies in groups during Passover.
A. The burial linens were left behind neatly folded in the tomb.
Thieves would not take the time to undress a body, fold the linens, and leave them neatly behind—this behavior contradicts the idea of a rushed, secret theft.
How many languages has the bible been translated into?
670 languages.
“Jesus Christ is the same ____, ____, and ______.” — Hebrews 13:8
“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.”
what is emphasized as more important than outward religious practices like fasting or reciting Psalms?
A) Charity and humility.
B) Memorization of Scripture.
C) Physical discipline.
D) Intellectual knowledge.
A) Charity and humility.
Briefly explain the Holy Trinity
We believe in the Holy Trinity (3 hypostases/persons, 1 essence). God the Father, Jesus the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Each of the three has their unique role, yet all three have the same essence.
Which evidence most strongly supports that the resurrection was the fulfillment of biblical prophecy rather than a misinterpretation or the “Swoon Theory”?
A. Job, long before Christ, declared that he would one day see God “in my flesh,” indicating belief in a bodily resurrection.
B. Jesus’ disciples regularly practiced reviving fainted individuals after crucifixion.
C. Nikodimos and Joseph reported that Jesus’ heartbeat was weak but still present when they took Him down from the cross.
D. Most Jewish leaders at the time encouraged belief in resurrection through Roman customs.
Correct Answer: A
Job’s ancient declaration and other Old Testament prophecies show that resurrection—especially of the Messiah—was expected long before Christ, making it more credible than the idea that Jesus merely fainted.
How many authors wrote the Bible over the course of 1500–2000 years?
A) 12
B) 24
C) 40
D) 72
40
What is the difference between the Morality of a christian vs atheist?
Christian: Morality comes from God and the teachings of the Bible. Right and wrong are grounded in God’s character and divine law. Moral actions are often viewed as obedience to God and loving others as He commands.
Atheist: Morality comes from human reason, societal norms, empathy, or philosophical systems. Right and wrong are determined by what promotes well-being, fairness, or reduces harm, rather than divine command.
why is faith in God not just for the desperate/Hardship?
Pick as many answer as you think is right
A. Faith is a rational response to God’s grace, not only emotional desperation.
B. Believing in God limits personal freedom.
C. People often mistakenly seek God only during crises, but faith should be proactive.
D. Faith is the greatest human achievement, adventure, and romance according to St. Augustine.
Correct answers: A, C, D
Christian theology teaches that Jesus Christ is:
A. Only human and not divine
B. Only divine and not human
C. Fully God and fully human in a united nature without confusion
D. A prophet but not the Son of God
Fully God and fully human in a united nature without confusion
Which example from Scripture best illustrates faith without physical evidence?
A. Thomas touching Jesus’ wounds after the resurrection.
B. The thief on the cross believing Jesus was the Son of God and asking to be remembered in His kingdom.
C. The Pharisees demanding a sign from heaven.
D. Romans conducting experiments on crucified victims.
Correct Answer: B
The thief believed in Jesus’ identity and kingdom without any miracle or proof, showing genuine faith.
What was the main purpose of the Masoretic Text?
A) To translate the Hebrew Bible into Greek for the Greek-speaking world
B) To preserve and clarify the Hebrew Scriptures for Jews who could no longer read biblical Hebrew
C) To create a completely new version of the Hebrew Bible
D) To replace the oral tradition with a written text
B) To preserve and clarify the Hebrew Scriptures for Jews who could no longer read biblical Hebrew
What does Jesus saying “I am THE way” in John 14:6, mean?
Jesus is the only way to God
“The way” means He is the only path to reconciliation with God.
Salvation—being in a right relationship with God—cannot be achieved by good works alone, philosophy, or human effort. It is only through faith in Jesus Christ.
how did Stephen Hawking’s view of God and science change over time?
A) He initially believed God was necessary to explain the universe, but later thought science alone could explain everything.
B) He always rejected the existence of God and maintained that science was sufficient to understand the universe.
C) He first suggested science could explain the universe without God, but later acknowledged that the unbreakable laws of nature hint at a divine presence.
D) He consistently claimed that humans could fully understand the universe without relying on either science or God.
C) He first suggested science could explain the universe without God, but later acknowledged that the unbreakable laws of nature hint at a divine presence.
Which of the following sources contributes to historical evidence for the existence of Jesus?
A. Flavius Josephus’ references to Jesus around AD 93
B. Roman authors such as Pliny and Tacitus
C. The four Gospels of the New Testament
D. Archaeological confirmation of places, people, and events mentioned in the Gospels
E. All of the above
F. None of the above
E
Why does the passage argue that faith, rather than scientific proof, is essential to believing in the resurrection and having a relationship with God?
The passage explains that God, as the Creator, is not bound to act predictably according to human standards, so scientific experiments cannot compel belief. Faith is necessary because it allows a genuine relationship with God, as illustrated by the thief on the cross who believed in Jesus’ kingdom without any direct evidence.
Which of the following best describes the backgrounds of the Bible’s authors?
A) They were all kings and princes.
B) They were all uneducated farmers.
C) They came from diverse professions, including doctors, fishermen, shepherds, soldiers, kings, and princes.
D) They were all scholars from the same country.
C) They came from diverse professions, including doctors, fishermen, shepherds, soldiers, kings, and princes.
Question: Why does the Coptic Church teach that humans need God for true morality?
A. Because without God, people cannot know right from wrong.
B. Because God’s nature defines what is truly good and evil.
C. Because humans are created with free will, but it is guided rightly only through God.
D. Because moral laws are independent of God and exist naturally in the universe.
Pick as many write answer as you think is correct
Correct answers: A, B, C
Which statement best reflects Hawking’s later reasoning about the existence of God?
A) Humans can break the laws of nature, proving there is no God.
B) Because the laws of nature are unbreakable, their design suggests a divine mind.
C) Science alone can answer all questions, making God unnecessary.
D) God exists because humans are too small to understand the universe.
B) Because the laws of nature are unbreakable, their design suggests a divine mind.
Give one example/story that shows that the divine nature of christ never left him, Its a story that was discussed during the week of this lesson
Example of Jesus walking on water. Humans can’t walk on water, but divine nature alone does not have legs. Thus, He is both human and divine, but his divinity did not consume his humanity. An example of this mystery is coal and fire. Jesus’ humanity is like the coal and the fire can be compared to his divinity
How does the testimony of the New Testament writers—particularly the apostles’ willingness to die for their belief in Christ’s resurrection, such as St. Peter’s martyrdom—support the claim that God fulfilled His promise to free humanity from the corrupt nature inherited from Adam?
The New Testament writers claim that God fulfilled His promise to free humanity from Adam’s corruption through Christ’s resurrection. The apostles’ willingness to die—such as St. Peter’s crucifixion—shows they were fully convinced that Christ truly rose from the dead. Their sacrifices serve as strong evidence that the resurrection was real and that God kept His promise of new life for humanity.
St. John Chrysostom says that we should engrave the Scriptures upon our hearts rather than merely reading them. Which of the following best captures the deeper purpose of this practice?
A) To be able to recite Bible verses from memory without understanding them
B) To internalize the faith so that one can both live it authentically and defend it against those who contradict God’s Word
C) To impress others with knowledge of the Scriptures
D) To limit the use of Scriptures to private meditation rather than public discussion
B) To internalize the faith so that one can both live it authentically and defend it against those who contradict God’s Word
Objective morality (Christianity): Morality is absolute and universal, grounded in God’s character and divine law. Right and wrong exist independently of human opinions. For example, lying or killing is inherently wrong because it contradicts God’s nature.
Subjective reality of the world: Reality (including morality, meaning, or truth) is dependent on perception, opinion, or context. What is “true” or “good” can vary between people, cultures, or situations.
Which biblical reference is used to describe the state of human self-direction in the absence of God?
A) Matthew 7:7
B) Judges 17:4
C) Genesis 1:1
D) Psalms 23:1
B) Judges 17:4
Matthew 7:7 “Seek, and you will find; ask, and it shall be given to you”
Judges 17:4 “In those days there was no king in Israel. Every man did what was right in his own eyes”“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth”
Genesis 1:1 “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth”
Psalms 23:1 “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want”