10th Grade Diocesan Exam

day 1 creation

day and night

day 2 creation

sky

day 3 creation

Land, seas, vegetation

day 4 creation

sun, moon and stars

day 5 creation

birds and sea animals

day 6 creation

land animals and humans

ex nihilo

creation out of nothing

according to deut 30, what has God set before you

blessings and curses

what is worship

worthiness, respect or reverence paid to the divine being

purpose of worship

mystical union of creation with the Creator

elements of worship

adoration, confesion, thanksgiving, supplication(intersession), and dedication

who says to job, "curse god and die"

job's wife

who attacks job's property

chaldeans and sabeans

who were job's friends

eliphaz, bildad, and zophar

how did job's friends react to job's suffering

-they came to comfort him -didn't recognize him from a distance -sat with him for 7 days and nights -didn't speak with him for his pain was too great

how did job react to his suffering

a mix of profound grief, raw honesty, and enduring faith

where was job from

the land of Uz

joshua son of..

nun

Who said to whom: "This book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth; you shall meditate on it day and night"?

God to joshua

which battle were more enemies killed?

gibeon

jacob name meaning

supplanter

Where was Jacob when he uttered the words "Surely the Lord is in this place - and I did not know it!"?

Bethel

Which does NOT describe Ruth?

sister of orpah

luz renamed to..

bethel

jacobs hardships

-Shepherd who tricked his brother and lied to his father Isaac to get the inheritance -Ran away to Haran to escape consequences -While traveling, slept in the desert using a stone as a pillow -Had a dream where God revealed Himself and reminded him of His promises -Woke up recognizing God's presence and named the place Bethel ("House of God")

joseph's hardships

-Sold into slavery by his jealous brothers -Worked in Potiphar's house but refused temptation -Falsely accused and thrown into prison -Stayed faithful to God even in prison -God helped him gain favor, and he was eventually raised to power in Egypt

ruth's hardships

-A Moabite woman who married into an Israelite family -After her husband died, she chose to stay with Naomi instead of leaving -Showed loyalty and faithfulness despite hardship -Became part of the lineage of King David -Ultimately became an ancestor of Jesus

thru salvation..

faith alone can save

james says that _____ & ______ is justified by works

rahab and abraham

paul's justification of salvation

-Justification through faith, not action -Faith Alone -Justification is thru the grace of Christ à Salvation is thru faith in God's justification

james' justification of salvation

-Faith without works is dead -Natural result of faith in Christ is action -Works inevitable characterize genuine faith

how to reconcile james and paul's justifications

Both are saying that salvation is thru faith, but James takes it a step further by saying that the natural consequence of genuine faith is works

sanctification

set apart to be holy

ezekiel means

god empowers

what do the dry bones represent

the current spiritual status of the exiled Israelites.

how does ezekiel respond to God's question?

"O Lord God, you know," showing two things: Hope - Even though everything seemed hopeless, he believed God could restore Israel. Humility - He didn't assume he knew God's plan and trusted God to decide.

What was NOT part of God's promise to the Israelites in the valley of dry bones?

help them rebuild the Temple

The God said to Ezekiel, "__________ to these bones and say to them, O dry bones, hear the Word of God!'"

prophesy

How many years passed from when the Israelites returned from exile and God gave them a message through the prophet Haggai?

18

During the reign of King Darius, the word of the Lord came by prophet Haggai to whom?

joshua and zerubbabel

"Is it a time for you yourselves to live in your panelled houses, while this house (temple of God) lies in ruins?" Who asked this key question?

Haggai

Haggai's story

-Haggai was sent by God to tell the people to rebuild the Temple  -His message was clear, passionate, and direct  -He challenged them with a question  -He told them to keep working and not get discouraged  -He reminded them that God is with them and the glory would be great  -The people listened, feared God, and obeyed:inspired everyone to help rebuild

who was nicodemus?

leader of the jews and a pharisee

What event does Jesus remind Nicodemus about during their late-night conversation?

Moses lifting up the serpent

After Jesus was crucified, who did Nicodemus help to prepare His body for burial?

Joseph of Arimathea

To what did Jesus compare "born of the Spirit" in his conversation with Nicodemus?

wind

Jesus explains to Nicodemus that a person must be born of ________ & ________ to enter the Kingdom of God.

water and spirit

According to John the Baptist, what is in the hand of the "one who is more powerful" than him?

winnowing fork

Which of the following was not a group John the Baptist's ministry addressed?

shepherds

The main role of John the Baptist could best be described as:

waymaker

who was john the baptist?

waymaker for christ, son of Zachariah and Elizabeth

what was the message of John the Baptist

repent for the kingdom of heaven is near for tax collectors: only collect the amount needed to pay

John's attitude towards Jesus

presents Jesus as son and lamb of God presents himself as waymaker of Jesus

"I do not nullify the _____________; for if justification comes through the law, then Christ died for nothing." ~ Galatians 2:21

grace of god

According to 2 Timothy 4, what will be given to all who have longed for Jesus' appearing?

crown of righteousness

Paul refers to himself as the following when delivering the Gospel.

ambassador in chains

belt of truth

-Be truthful in everything you do  -Truth is the foundation of your character (like a belt holds everything together)

breastplate of righteousness

Live morally right before God  Protects your heart and actions (like armor protects vital organs)

shield of faith

Have full trust in God  Faith protects you from challenges and attacks (like a shield)

helmet of salvation

mental assurance that their rescuer is jesus christ

sword of the spirit

The Bible is your main weapon  Helps you fight temptation and stay strong, like Jesus did

Identify and discuss the four themes in Jesus' final prayer

unity, protection, sanctification, and mission all for his disciples and those who do not yet know him

Which of the following is not a petition made by Jesus during His prayer?

judgement

What new name for God did Jesus use in John 17?

holy father

In Matthew 19, the rich man who came to Jesus walked away sad because: (L17

Jesus asked him to give all his money to the poor

The "people of the Cross" refers to?

21 martyrs

how to live a christ centered life

Accept Jesus as Lord and Savior  Read the Bible and pray  Obey God's will  Serve others  Keep going and repent when you fall

2 Corinthians 5:17 states that you are a "_____ ______" when you decide to follow Christ.

new creation

__________ voluntarily agreed to give away half of his wealth and pay back 4 times of what he cheated.

zacchaeus

2 Timothy 2:3-6 compares the Christian walk to that of a

farmer, athlete, and soldier

what does mammon mean?

money and greed

What does Jesus call you if you do what He commands?

friend

"Beloved, let us love one another, because love_________________

is from God

Which is NOT an "I AM" statement of Jesus?

i am who i am

"You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies, you anoint my head with oil, my cup overflows". Which characteristic of Jesus is portrayed through this verse.

provider

All Christians should embody _______________ within their lives.

humility

____________ is an important requirement when we seek repentance

humility

5 examples of Jesus' humility

1. Jesus was born in a manger in the midst of animals.
2. He was born to a family where a mother was pregnant before marriage and the father was a carpenter.
3. Jesus spent his life preaching, teaching and healing those in need.
4. He did not limit Himself to preaching just to the rich, but to all people, especially those who were poor and marginalized. He would touch those who others considered untouchable.
5. Jesus willingly washed his disciples' feet.

Who provided a third party historical reference to the resurrection of Jesus?

josephus

In mark 16: 9 we read that 'After he rose early on the first day of the week he appeared first to ______________'

Mary Magdalene

Who among the following were NOT eyewitnesses to the resurrection of Christ?

Daniel

What metaphor does John use in Revelation 21 to describe the new Jerusalem?

a bride adorned for her husband

Who else was offered living water in the New Testament?

the samaritan woman

John saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem…

coming down out of heaven

What does seven signify in the book of Revelation?

completeness

What church is Paul putting up as an example of generosity in 1 Corinthians 8?

church in Macedonia

In Luke 19:9, whose house was Jesus referring to when he said "…Today salvation has come to this house."? (L25

zacchaeus

Altruism means

Unselfish regard for, or devotion to the welfare of others (giving what we can to those in need)

Which story is NOT an example of altruism?

David and Goliath

Paul uses the example of the Christians in this place when he writes to the Corinthians about generosity.

Macedonia