How To Be A Better Christian
What's the meaning of being Christian?
Being Christ-like, trying our best to follow His steps. We are followers of Christ.
In what book of the Bible is the Armor of God found in?
Who is the only one who knows the exact day and hour when Jesus will come back?
God the Father
What is the body of Christ?
Collection of all the believers in Christ, the Church.
How much did Judas get paid to betray Jesus?
30 pieces of silver
Name me all 9 Fruits of the Spirit that show someone is living like Jesus
Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, & Self-Control
In the armor, what piece helps you tell the truth?
Belt of Truth
Jesus said that some people in the end times will pretend to be Him. What are they called?
False prophets
Why does God give us all different talents?
So we can bring them together and do different things to help each other!
How did our Lord Jesus Christ organize the 5,000?
He put them into groups of 50.
What are some ways to get closer to Christ?
Prayer, reading the Bible, going to church at least once a week especially for liturgy, following the 10 commandments, etc. (open for answers)
In the armor, what piece helps you walk and share good news?
Shoes of Peace
According to Jesus, how should we live if we want to be ready for His return?
We should live faithfully and do what God wants us to do.
How do we become part of the Body of Christ?
By taking part in the sacraments such as Communion and Confession and repenting for our sins. Always trying to grow closer to God.
How many dreams did Joseph have? What were they? What did they represent?
1. Joseph and his brothers were in a field, gathering bundles of grain. Joseph's bundle stood up tall, and all of his brothers' bundles bowed down to his.
2. The star dream: Joseph sees the sun, moon, and 11 stars bowing down to him. Sun and moon were his dad and mom, 11 stars were his brothers
His brothers were very angry because these 2 dreams meant they would have to bow down to him; he would rule over them.
What does it mean to forgive someone?
Let go of anger, not hold a grudge to someone. Forgive just as Christ forgives you.
What is the shield of faith?
The shield helps protect your faith and use it against evil things
Jesus said that a faithful servant who is doing his job when the master returns will be what?
Rewarded/ go to heaven
How can I show God’s love to others?
Being kind, considerate, and obedient, not saying mean things.
Where was Elijah buried?
He wasn't, he was taken up by a fiery chariot to heaven.
Name 5 out of 10 Commandments Moses received from God
1. I am the Lord thy God; thou shalt have no other gods besides me.
2. Thou shalt not make graven images to worship.
3. Thou shalt not take the name of Lord thy God in vain.
4. Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy.
5. Honor thy father and thy mother.
6. Thou shall not kill.
7. Thou shall not commit adultery.
8. Thou shalt not steal.
9. Thou, shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor.
10. Thou shall not covet thy neighbor's goods nor thy neighbor's wife.
What is the Sword of the Spirit?
Represents the Word of God
Jesus said that people will be living life as usual and not expecting His return, just like during the time of which man in the Old Testament?
Noah
How are we as Coptic Orthodox Christians different from other people in the world?
We know that we are not of this world, we are awaiting paradise.
What was written on top of the Cross when Jesus was crucified?
Iesus Nazarenus Rex Ludaeorum (INRI) in Latin
Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews