Bible Basics
How many books are in the Old Testament?
39
Which prophet was swallowed by a great fish?
Jonah
What was Jesus' trade before his public ministry began?
Carpenter
According to James 2, what does faith become if it has no actions to go with it?
Dead
Matthew 28:19 — "Go therefore ___"
and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit
What language was most of the Old Testament originally written in?
Hebrew (with some Aramaic)
Who was sold into slavery in Egypt by his own brothers?
Joseph
Which Gospel opens with the line "In the beginning was the Word"?
The gospel according to John
In 1 Corinthians 13, which of faith, hope, and love is called the greatest?
Love
Romans 6:23 — "For the ___"
wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Who is credited with writing most of the Psalms?
David
Which king asked God for wisdom and became known as the wisest man alive?
Solomon
What is the popular name for the collection of Jesus' teachings in Matthew 5–7?
The Sermon on The Mount
Philippians 4:6 says to stop being anxious and instead do what?
Pray about everything, with thanksgiving, and present your requests to God
Romans 8:28 — "And we ___"
know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
What is the longest chapter in the Bible?
Psalm 119
Who was Abraham's wife, and the mother of Isaac?
Sarah
Who baptized Jesus in the Jordan River?
John The Baptist
According to Proverbs, what is "the beginning of wisdom"?
The fear of The Lord
1 Peter 2:9 — "But you ___"
are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.
What is the longest book in the Bible?
Jeremiah
Which prophet challenged the prophets of Baal to a contest on Mount Carmel?
Elijah
What visibly appeared above the believers on the Day of Pentecost?
Tongues of fire
Galatians 6:9 says not to grow weary in doing good, because at the proper time we will reap what?
A harvest, if we do not give up
What does Psalm 119:9 say?
How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to Your word