New Testament Final Exam (Exam 3)

The author of Hebrews is _________.

unknown

Who wrote Hebrews, what was the purpose, who was it written to, and what type of writing is it?

The author is unknown, the purpose is to give a warning to not turn your back to Judaism and to encourage them to keep their faith in Jesus. It was written to the Hebrews (a Jewish Christian audience), while being written in a greek style writing.

What are the two main aims of the Book of Hebrews?

1. To remind the readers of the incomparable greatness of Jesus Christ

2. The readers need to reaffirm their courageous Christian faith of former days

Is Hebrews anti-Old Testament?

Absolutely not

What is Hebrews is critical of?

The false conception of faith in God that claimed He could be appeased by dutiful observance of religious rituals.

What does Hebrews encourage its readers to do?

to remain faithful to Jesus Christ

What dangers does Hebrews warns of?

Warns against misuse of Old Testament Institutions and warns us to not go away from the core beliefs of the Christian faith

What does the Book of James stress?

Good works

Who was the author of James in relation to Jesus?

James, half brother of Jesus

What type of OT literature does James echo?

Prophecy and wisdom literature

Why is the Book of Revelation a closed book to many people?

Either afraid of it or don’t think they could possibly understand it.

Why has the church often turned to the Book of Revelation for comfort in times of trial and persecution?

For a source of strength and encouragement

Would his original audience be familiar with the imagery he uses?

Yes

Where was John was when he wrote the Book of Revelation?

On the island of Patmos

Christian theology is woven throughout the _____ __ ________.

Book of Revelation

What are the three basic sections of the Book of Revelation.

1. The introduction and letters

2. The unfolding of history up to the return of Christ

3. Christ and the eternal new order

Revelation assures us that there is ____ after death.

life

What is John’s favorite expression in the Book of Revelation regarding Jesus?

“Come up here” (not 100% sure)

___ _______ __ ___ play a prominent role in the Book of Revelation.

The people of God

The task of the Poel of God is to hold fast to the testimony of _____ and the word of ___.

Jesus; God

What is the most important news in the Book of Revelation?

Jesus is coming back

The author of Revelation is or is not sure that good will defeat evil?

Is sure

Know that Jesus will usher in a ___ ______ and ___ ______.

new heaven; new earth

Know that we will be able to see God ____ __ ____.

face to face

What prayer does the Book of Revelation end with?

“Amen, Come Lord Jesus”