Bible Lessons
(Bible Scripture)
(Bible Scripture)
How many books are there in the Bible?
73; 46 in the Old Testament; 27 in the New Testament
(Bible Lesson)
Why do we receive ashes on Ash Wednesday?
It is a reminder that from dust we came and dust we shall return; Genesis; sign of our repentance; I am a sinner, I have a Savior
Based on the handout, what books in the Bible talk about the "Wandering" period in Salvation History? BONUS: Are the books in the New or Old Testament
Numbers and Joshua; Old Testament
How many parts if the Nicene Creed divided into AND what are they?
4; Father, Son, Holy Spirit and Church
What are images of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament AND New Testament? (Must give at least ONE Bible verse)
Varies; Dove; Fire; Wind
What is the Pentateuch?
First 5 books in the Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Letivicus, Numbers, Deutoromony
(Chapter 1)
What is the significance of 40 Days of Lent?
Christ temptation in the desert; Moses on the mountain; Years in the desert; Days from resurrections until Ascension
What does Salvation History teach us?
We have free will. God will ALWAYS love us. God is loving but just.
What does the Nicene Creed say we believe about the Church?
Creo en la Iglesia, que es Una, Santa, Catolica y Apostolica
What are some of the terms Jesus used to describe the Holy Spirit?
Advocate; Mediator
What is Acts 2:1-4 about?
During the Pentecost, the Holy Spirit came upon the apostles through fire, wind and they spoke in tongues
Name the important events of Holy Week (Four main events)
Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Vigil
In your own words, what was the Maccabean revolt?
Maccabean family led a revolt against the Greeks, because they loved God. This led to a Roman takeover.
What does the word consubstantial mean and why is it used in the Creed?
Of the same nature
What should you choose for Confirmation to be your model of Christian live?
A Saint Name
What happens in Genesis 3:1-15?
The serpent tells the woman to eat fruit from the trees; her and man realized they are naked (the first sin of shame); God tell the serpent that he will be crushed; man and woman are Adam and Eve; they are bandished from the garden
What is the name of the Roman empire who crucified Jesus?
Pontius Pilate
What biblical passages talk about the birth of Jesus?
Luke 2:1-14
What does "magisterium" mean?
The Church's authority
With the Holy Spirit, what does fire symbolize?
The transforming energy of the Spirit?
What is the Bible verse that says Mary is full of grace?
Luke 1:28-29
What is Easter?
The Resurrection of Christ; Jesus rose from the dead 3 days after his crucifixion
When did the Holy Spirit come to the Apostles? BONUS: What sacrament did this lead to?
Acts 2:1-13; Confirmation
Name one of the Bible verses that explains the Creed and what does it explain?
Varies
When were the disciples of Jesus filled with the Holy Spirit?
Pentecost