Ezra
Why were the mixed marriages such a threat to the returnees in Ezra 9?
For a nation that was trying to reestablish itself in its land and in proper worship, the mixed marriages threatened the pure worship of the people. The pagan spouses brought idol worship.
What was Nehemiah trying to rebuild?
He was rebuilding the wall.
What very important character is never mentioned in Esther?
The "missing" character is God.
Name Job's four comforters.
Eliphaz, Bildad, Zophar, and Elihu
What is the message of Psalms?
Prayers and praises of God's people.
What is the message of Ezra?
Rebuilding of the temple and revival of the people.
Who tried to stand in the way of the rebuilding?
Sanbalt and some other men
Who was trying to destroy the Jewish people?
What did Job's wife tell him to do?
To curse God and die
Describe Psalms of lament.
These Psalms express grief and need.
What peaks and valleys are covered in the book of Ezra?
Return
He prayed and didn't answer them.
Who became the new Queen?
Esther
How was Job's character described at the beginning of the book?
He was and upright man full of integrity.
How many books are in Psalms?
five
What is the message of Nehemiah?
Rebuilding of the wall and the reform of the people.
What secret did Esther keep from the King?
That she was a Jew.
Who asked God if he could test Job?
Satan
Describe wisdom Psalms.
These Psalms analyze ways of life and their consequences.
What peaks or valleys are covered in the book of Nehemiah?
Return
What is the message of Esther?
God anonymously uses a Persian queen to preserve His people on Purim.
Did Job know about the arrangement with Satan?
No
Describe Acknowledgement Psalms.
These Psalms express specific praise of God's work for the Psalmist.