New Testament Final

What period does the 400 years refer to in the context of the Bible?

The intertestamental period of silence between the Old and New Testaments.

Which empire was in power at the beginning of the 400 years?

Persia.

Which empire was in power at the end of the 400 years?

Rome.

How many books are there in the New Testament?

27 books.

What do the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke) emphasize about Christ?

The humanity of Christ.

What does the Gospel of John emphasize regarding Christ?

The deity of Christ.

Who were the Zealots?

An extremist group of theologians.

What was the belief of the Sadducees?

They were liberal theologians who did not believe in angels.

What were publicans in the context of the New Testament?

Tax collectors.

How does Matthew present Christ?

As the King of the Jews, Messiah, Anointed One, and Promised One.

What is the Olivet Discourse?

A major teaching of Christ about end times.

What does the word 'fulfilled' indicate in relation to Christ?

It shows Christ as the Promised One.

What do the Jews require according to 1 Corinthians 1:22?

A sign.

When did the synagogue system begin?

During the Babylonian captivity.

For which audience was the Gospel of Mark written?

A Roman audience.

What was Luke's occupation?

A physician.

What genealogy does Luke emphasize in his Gospel?

Christ’s genealogy through His mother (Mary).

What was a major problem in the early church?

Division over personality (e.g., Paul, Apollos).

What additional purpose did Paul have in writing to the Romans?

To resolve tension between Jews and Gentiles.

Who was the notable missionary Mark traveled with?

Paul.

Where is the Lord's Prayer (High Priestly Prayer) found?

In John 17.

How many church epistles are there?

9 church epistles.

How many total epistles are there in the New Testament?

21 total epistles.

What is the Gospel of Mark also referred to as?

The Gospel according to Peter.

How many books of the New Testament did John the Apostle write?

5 books.

What significant event is recorded in all four Gospels?

The Feeding of the Five Thousand.

What is the theme of Luke?

The Gospel of Redemption.

Why did Paul leave Thessalonica?

Because of a riot by unbelieving Jews.

What was the last epistle written by Paul?

2 Timothy.

What was Paul’s occupation?

A tentmaker.

What are the key elements of the Gospel?

The death, burial, and resurrection of Christ.

Which epistles are known as the Pastoral Epistles?

1 & 2 Timothy and Titus.

Who founded the Church of Corinth?

Paul.

How is legalism defined?

As a perversion of legality.

What is the greatest error concerning Christian liberty?

Lawlessness.

What do the terms bishop or overseer refer to?

A spiritual assignment.

What is the theme of Galatians?

Liberty in Christ.

What is commonly used by Paul in salutations?

'Grace and peace'.

Where were the first missionaries sent out from?

Antioch.

How is Hebrews classified?

As a general epistle.

How many epistles did Paul write?

13 epistles.

What is the theme of 1 John?

Fellowship.

What does every false doctrine start with?

A wrong belief about Christ.

What is the theme of Jude?

Contending for the faith.

What does the word 'perfect' mean in the context of James?

Mature.

For whom were tongues a sign?

Unbelieving Jews.

What is the theme of Hebrews?

The superiority of Christ.

Who is the author of Hebrews?

Unknown.

To whom are the epistles written?

To believers, evidenced by the use of 'brethren'.

What is the theme of 1 Corinthians?

The cross.

Who was the king during parts of the New Testament era?

Nero.

In which book is Melchisedec mentioned most often?

In the book of Hebrews.

What is the key note of 1 Thessalonians?

Eschatology (study of end times).

What does the theme of James emphasize?

The fruit of salvation.

What does the book of Ephesians highlight?

The armor of God.

What is the theme of Colossians?

Christ is preeminent.

Are the Day of the Lord and the Day of Christ synonymous terms?

No, they are not synonymous.

Who is Onesimus in relation to the book of Philemon?

A slave who became a believer.

What is the theme of 2 Timothy?

Steadfastness.

What does predestination pertain to?

The believer.

How many missionary journeys are recorded in the book of Acts?

3 missionary journeys.

What was Paul before his conversion?

A Pharisee.

How many letters did Paul write to churches?

7 letters to 7 churches.