SPRING BIBLE FINAL STUDY GUIDE


  1. Where was Paul heading at the beginning of Acts 21? He was headed to Jerusalem.


  1. Who prophesied in Caesarea? What was his prophecy? Agabus prophesied that Paul would be bound by the Jews and handed to the Gentiles.


  1. What was Paul’s response to the prophecy and the people begging him not to go to Jerusalem?

  2. How many warnings did Paul receive?  Paul said he was ready to be bound and even die for the lord jesus.  


  1. What three things was Paul accused of teaching the Jews across the world to forsake that worried the believing Jews? They were accusing him of teaching against the law of Moses, the temple, and their Jewish customs. 


  1. What did Paul do in order to squelch this rumor? To calm things down after the big commotion with the Jewish leaders and to investigate the accusations against Paul.


  1. What specific statement by Paul made the crowds upset? “Then the Lord said to me, ‘Go; I will send you far away to the Gentiles”


  1. What stopped the commander from flogging Paul? Due to the angry crowd and when  he figured out Paul was a roman citizen

  2. What topic did Paul bring up that caused a disagreement among the Sanhedrin? the resurrection of the dead

  3. Who believed what in the Sanhedrin? No resurrection of the dead, No angels or spirits
    Strong emphasis on free will (less emphasis on divine involvement), Accepted only the written Law (Torah)—rejected oral traditions

  4. What did God promise Paul in Acts 23:11 Take courage! As you have testified about me in Jerusalem, so you must also testify in Rome.'"

  5. Who was the governor of Caesarea? Felix, followed by Festus

  6. What 4 charges were brought against Paul? Causing riots, Ringleader of the Nazarene sect, Desecrating the temple, (Implied) Political disloyalty / sedition

  7. How long did Felix leave Paul in prison? 2 years

  8. What did he do to show he wanted to rule justly? To rule justly he went over Paul's case, insisted there be a proper trial for Paul, offered Paul a trial in Jerusalem, and even tried to take advice from King Agrippa


  1. What did Paul do when the new governor asked if he wanted to have his trial in Jerusalem? Paul did not want to go to Jerusalem because he knew it would be life-threatening, Appealed to Caesar 

  2. How long was Paul imprisoned in Rome? 2 years

  3. What books did Paul write while in custody in Rome? Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians


  1. What title does James give himself at the beginning of the letter? He titles himself as "a servant of God and the Lord Jesus Christ."


  1. Who is James writing to? James is writing to Jewish Christians 


  1. What is the question James is answering throughout the book of James? What does true, living faith look like?


  1. What attitude should we have in the midst of trials?  An attitude of joy.


  1. What do trials produce? Spiritual growth, testing faith and perseverance 


  1. What are the three characteristics of trials? Trials are unannounced, unavoidable, unlimited


  1. What does James say that we should do if we lack wisdom? We should ask God for wisdom


  1. What should we not do when we ask for this? Why not? When we ask for something, we should not doubt, because doubting makes us unstable and like a wave in the sea 


  1. What will a person receive who perseveres under trial and passes the test? A person who perseveres under trial and passes the test will receive the crown of life that God promises to those who love Him 


  1. What should no one ever say when tempted? No one should ever say, "God is tempting me" when tempted, because God doesn't tempt anyone 



  1. Where does temptation come from? Temptation comes from our own desires, which can lead us away from God


  1. What should we be quick to do (v. 19)? And slow to do (2 things)? We should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry.


  1. What doesn’t human anger produce ? Human anger doesn’t produce the righteousness that God desires


  1. How did Abraham prove his faith in the Lord by what he did (see Genesis 22)? By being willing to sacrifice his son Isaac when God asked, showing he trusted God completely


  1. How did Rahab demonstrate her faith by what she did (see Joshua 2)? Rahab showed her faith by hiding the Israelite spies and helping them escape safely


  1. Who also believes in God but shudders? Demons 


  1. What 3 things does James compare the tongue to?  James compares the tongue to a bit of horse’s mouth, a rudder of a ship, and a small fire.


  1. What are the two types of wisdom? Two types of wisdom are Heavenly wisdom and Earthly wisdom. 


  1. What are the different characteristics of heavenly wisdom?

  1.  Pure

  2. Peaceable

  3. Gentle

  4. Full of Mercy

  5. Full of good fruits

  6. Impartial

  7. Sincere


  1. What causes fights and quarrels among humans?  Fights and curls among humans are caused by the passions and desires within our hearts. Our desires lead us to commit the sins we do, If we didn't have the desire to sin, then we wouldn’t.


  1. What does friendship with the world mean?  Friendship with the world means you are enemies with God 


  1. What is God’s attitude to the proud? To the humble? He is opposed to the attitude of the proud and he is there for the humble, being humble will allow God to draw near to us. 


  1. What other passages in the Old Testament talk about the brevity of life? The idea that our life was a vapor or shadow was a frequent figure of speech in the Old Testament 


  1. What purpose does earthly riches serve in regards to the rich? Their earthly riches will be a testament that all they cared about was storing earthly treasures


  1. What Old Testament example did James use to illustrate endurance? Those who stay faithful and consistently during hard times make them powerful with endurance. 


  1. What does James advise against in James 5:12? To speak with integrity and be ready for Judgment Day.


  1. Why are oaths not helpful/necessary?  It demonstrates that there is not enough weight in one’s own character to confirm their words.


  1. What must be a regular part of the life of a Christian according to James 5:13-18?  Praying must be a regular part of the life of a Christian. 


  1. What Old Testament example did James use to illustrate the importance of prayer? Elijah is an example of righteous prayer, his will aligned with God’s will.


  1. What are the 13 tests we learned in James and the corresponding references? 

  • The Test of Perseverance in Trials – James 1:2–12


  • The Test of Blame in Temptation – James 1:13–18

  • The Test of Response to the Word – James 1:19–27

  • The Test of Impartial Love – James 2:1–13

  • The Test of Good Works – James 2:14–26

  • The Test of the Tongue – James 3:1–12

  • The Test of Humble Wisdom – James 3:13–18

  • The Test of Worldly Indulgence – James 4:1–10

  • The Test of Criticizing Others – James 4:11–12

  • The Test of Presumption – James 4:13–17

  • The Test of Wealth – James 5:1–6

  • The Test of Patient Endurance – James 5:7–12

  • The Test of Prayerfulness and Restoration – James 5:13–20