National Bible Bee Thrive Discovery Journal Flashcards

Flashcards based on the Thrive Discovery Journal focusing on the Epistle of James, covering units on tests, the Word, relationships, works, words, walk, and worship.

Who is the author of the epistle of James?

James, who describes himself as a bondservant of the Lord Jesus Christ.

To whom is the epistle of James addressed?

The twelve tribes who are dispersed abroad (scattered Jewish believers).

According to James $1:3-4$, what is the result of the testing of faith?

Testing produces endurance, which leads to spiritual maturity (being perfect and complete, lacking in nothing).

What are the two types of tests discussed in James $1:1-18$?

Trials (outward struggles with adversity) and temptations (inner battles with sin).

What is the Greek word for 'mature' or 'complete' used in James $1:4$?

Teleios ($Strong's\,\#: G5046$).

What are the three stages of the life cycle of sin described in James $1:15$?

$1.$ Lust, $2.$ Sin, $3.$ Death.

What is the definition of 'Dispersion' in the context of this study?

A term for Jews living outside Palestine after the Babylonian exile ($586\,B.C.$) and at other times.

James was from which village in Galilee?

Nazareth.

According to James $1:19$, how should every person respond regarding hearing, speaking, and anger?

Quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger.

What is the 'implanted/engrafted' word as defined in Unit $2$?

The seed of God's Word that roots itself in the heart and is able to save souls.

Which 'Person of Faith' led Israel from Egypt and chose God over the pleasures of sin?

Moses.

What does the 'royal law' according to the Scripture state in James $2:8$?

'You shall love your neighbor as yourself.'

Define 'personal favoritism' or 'partiality' (prosōpolēmpsia) as used in James $2:1$.

The fault of preferring someone who is rich, high born, or powerful over another based on outward circumstances rather than intrinsic merits.

In the early church, where did the first Christians (Jews) and later Gentile believers typically meet?

Jewish believers met in synagogues and the temple; Gentiles and later Christians met in houses on the Lord's day.

According to James $2:10$, what is the consequence of failing in just one point of the law?

The person becomes guilty of all of it.

What is the Greek word for 'faith' ($Strong's\,\#: G4102$)?

Pistis.

According to James $2:17$, what is the status of faith if it is not accompanied by action/deeds?

It is dead.

Which two individuals does James use as positive examples of faith justified by works in James $2:21-25$?

Abraham and Rahab.

What title was given to Abraham because of his faith and obedience?

A friend of God.

Why were Roman roads significant to the early church?

They allowed the gospel to easily spread across the massive empire despite persecution.

In James $3$, what three things are used as analogies for the power of the tongue?

A bit (horse), a rudder (ship), and a fire (forest).

What is the character of wisdom that is 'from above' according to James $3:17$?

Pure, peaceable, gentle, easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.

Who was the 'Person of Faith' in Unit $5$ who used wise words to save lives from David's revenge?

Abigail.

What is the Greek word for 'double-minded' ($Strong's\,\#: G1374$)?

Dipsychos, meaning two-spirited or vacillating.

How is 'repentance' defined in the Thrive study?

Turning away from sin and toward obedience to God.

Where did Elijah challenge the false prophets of Baal?

Mt. Carmel.

What major event regarding Israel occurred on May $14$, $1948$?

Israel proclaimed its independence and their nation was born.

What does the term 'Lord of Sabaoth' mean in James $5:4$?

The Lord of Armies ($Strong's\,\#: G4519$).

According to James $5:11$, what is the 'end intended by the Lord' for those who endure?

That the Lord is very compassionate and merciful.

What was the result of God's restoration of Job in Job $42:10$?

The Lord doubled what Job had previously had.