Heroes of Faith
Growing in...
Greek and Hebrew
Background study
Teachings of Jesus in James
100

According to Hebrews 11:13, although they did not receive the promises, how did the people of old die?

In faith/still living by faith

100

Name 3 ways Paul described the believers' obedience in Phil. 2:12-13?

Always

In his presense

In his absence

100

James 2:14 gives us a greek word mentioned 15 times in James' epistle, and 12 times in James 2:14-26.

ergon

works/deeds
100

Which country was first to acknoledge Israel's independence in 1948?

The USA

100

A teaching in James 4:10 about exhaulting themselves is paralleled in this passage in the gospels.

Luke 14:11

200

According to Job 1:20-21, how did Job respond to testing?

He worshipped.

200

According to Prov. 17:5 what is someone actually doing when he mocks the poor?

Showing contempt/reproaching/insulting his Maker

200

James 4:10  humble

tapeinoo

200

What was Simon's occupation in Acts 9:43?

Tanner

200

Ask believing that you will receive is a teaching of Jesus in James 5:16 and also here.

Mark 11:24

300

According to Isaiah 65:24 when does our God answer?

Before they call

300

Makrothymia is a fruit of the Spirit, that helps us grow as hearers and doers, mentioned in Gal. 5:22-23 and in James _____?

James 5:10

300

James 1:13a: tempted

peirazo

300

What were Levites responsible for in Ancient Israel?

Explaining the Law (Neh. 8:1, 7-8)

300

Matt. 25:35-40 instructs believers to help those in need. Where in James does this teaching of Jesus show up?

James 2:15-16

400

According to 1 Samuel 25:1-35, on what kind of day did David ask to share in Nabal's provisions and what was the custom in that situation?

On a sheep-shearing feast day; the custom was to show generous hospitality during this joyous community affair

400

What is wisdom's reward portrayed in Prov. 3:13, 15-18)?

Long life/length of days and riches and honor. Wisdom is tree of life.

400

Ex. 16:4 test/prove

nasa (H)

400

How were people of the diaspora viewed by Romans back in Jesus' day?

As obstinate due to their belief in One God

400

James 1:2 tells believers to rejoice when they face trials. Which cross-reference in the gospels reflects this as well?

Matt. 5:11-12

500

What did Gideon name the first altar he built?

The Lord is Peace/ Jehovahshalom

500

How did Jesus glorify His Father in John 17:4 as an example of growing with purpose for us?

He accomplished the work His Father had given him.

500

In James 4:16 James rebukes the believers' prideful presumption.

alazoneia

arrogance/boasting

500

James (the authod of the epistle we are studying) was killed with __________________.

Stones and a club

500

James 3:10 shows how men are able to bless and curse with the same mouth. Where is this teaching of Jesus found in the gospels?

Matt. 12:34