Grace School of the Bible
Curriculum and Test Questions
1 Year Course
C. Th (Certificate in Dispensational Theology)
01 Fundamentals of Bible Study (No Test)
02 Daniel (6 Tests)
03 Romans Part 1 (6 Tests)
04 Romans Part 2 (7 Tests)
05 Genesis (4 Tests) = Total 23 Tests
2 Year Course
B. Th (Bachelor in Dispensational Theology)
06 OT Survey (3 Tests)
07 Matthew Part 1 (7 Tests)
08 Matthew Part 2 (5 Tests)
09 Manuscript Evidence (8 Tests) = Total 46 Tests
3 Year Course
M. Th ( Master in Dispensational Theology)
10 Preparation & Delivery (5 Tests)
11 Ephesians (6 Tests)
12 Ambassador (6 Tests)
13 Acts (1 Test) = Total 64 Tests
New 5 Year Course
D. Th (Doctorate in Dispensational Theology) (Future)
1st Year Test Questions
01 Fundamentals of Bible Study (No Test)
02 Daniel (6 Tests)
Grace School of the Bible
Daniel 101-08
Daniel Test #1 Questions
Answer the following questions use complete sentences. An unmarked Bible may be used for
references.
1.
How many chapters are there in the book of Daniel?
2.
With what other two “writing prophets” was Daniel a contemporary?
3.
Give two verses outside the book of Daniel that demonstrate that Daniel was a historic
character.
4.
What is the theme of the book of Daniel?
5.
Daniel focuses on what great prophetic time period?
6.
In studying prophecy, what three applications of Scripture passages must be
recognized?
7.
Give a general outline of the book of Daniel.
8.
Daniel 1:1 says Neby came to besiege Jerusalem in “the third year of Jehoiakim.
Jeremiah 25:1says it was “the fourth year” of Jehoiakim. Explain the apparent
contradiction.
9.
Daniel was a historian and not a prophet. True or False?
10.
How do the books of Daniel and Revelation relate to each other?
11.
What is the significance of Daniel’s statement that the Lord “gave” Jehoiakim
the hands of Neby?
12.
Up to this time, why had God not allowed any one Gentile nation to gain total
supremacy over the earth?
into
13.
Approximately how old was Daniel in chapter one?
14.
What were the original names of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego?
15.
What was the purpose behind changing the names of the Hebrew captives?
16.
What does the name Daniel mean?
17.
Prophetically, of whom is Daniel a type in chapter one?
18.
Explain the standard of Bible separation established and exemplified by Daniel.
Identify Paul’s comparative passage.
19.
What is meant by the phrase “But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile
himself…”?
20.
How did God work in Daniel’s behalf to “make even his enemies to be at peace
him?
with
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Daniel 101-14
Daniel Test #2 Questions
Answer the following questions use complete sentences. An unmarked Bible may be used for
references.
1
What is the prophetic significance of Neby’s vision of the great image?
2
Why did Neby demand that the religious leaders of Babylon not only interpret his dream,
but also to tell him what the dream was?
3
What significance is found in the fact that Neby saw an Image of a man?
4
What part of the Image was Gold?
5
What part of the Image was Silver?
6
What part of the Image was Brass?
7
What part of the Image was Iron?
8
What part of the Image was Iron and Clay mixed?
9
What Kingdom was represented by the Gold? Give the reference.
10
What Kingdom was represented by the Silver?
11
What Kingdom was represented by the Brass?
12
What Kingdom was represented by the Iron?
13
What Kingdom was represented by the Iron and Clay?
14
What Kingdom was represented by the Stone?
15
What is the significance of Neby’s having this vision in his second year?
16
How does this vision fix and establish the correctness of the pre-millennial
system?
17
Where does the dispensation of Grace fit into this Image?
18
Who are the ten toes?
19
What part of the Image does the Stone hit?
20
How will the world end?
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Daniel 101-17
Daniel Test #3 Questions
Answer the following questions use complete sentences. An unmarked Bible may be used for
references.
1
Daniel 3 reveals the attempt by Neby to institute a universal religion. True or
False?
2
What is the significance of the Image of Daniel 3 being made of “Gold”?
3
At what signal were the people to bow and worship the Image?
4
Explain Neby’s statement that he saw in the fiery furnace one “like the Son of
5
The miraculous preservation of the three Hebrews is a type of what future event?
6
Identify the parts of the Image in Daniel 2 and the corresponding elements of
they were made.
7
Identify the Kingdoms represented by each of the parts of the Image in Dan 2.
8
How does the vision of Daniel 2 fix and establish the correctness of the premillennial
system?
9
In Daniel 2’s vision, what is represented by the “stone cut without hands” and
part of the Image does it strike?
10
What is the prophetic significance of Neby’s vision of the great Image in Daniel 2?
11
Give two verses outside of Daniel that demonstrates that Daniel was a historic
character.
12
In studying prophecy, what three applications of Scripture must be recognized?
13
The book of Daniel focuses on what great prophetic time period?
14
Explain the standard of Biblical separation established and exemplified by Daniel in
chapter one. Identify Paul’s comparative passage.
God”?
which
what
15
Approximately how old was Daniel in chapter one?
Grace School of the Bible
Daniel 102-07
Daniel Test #4 Questions
1. What feature of Gentile power is foreshadowed by Neby’s insanity in Daniel 4?
2. What is foreshadowed by his restoration.
3. Identify “the watcher” referred to in Daniel 4:13, 17, 23, and explain their function.
4. Daniel 5 records the fall of Babylon. What prophetic feature is typified here?
5. Explain the origin of the popularly used expression: “the handwriting on the wall”.
6. Give the verses that identify “the finger of God” as the Holy Spirit.
7. List 4 of the 10 particulars in Daniel 6 that identify Daniel as a type of Christ.
8. On what grounds did his enemies seek to have Daniel condemned?
9. How is Daniel’s regular devotion to God demonstrated in this account?
10. Daniel’s deliverance from the lion’s den parallels what great event in Israel’s future?
11. What is the significance of Gentile powers in Daniel 7 being depicted as “beasts”?
12. Daniel 7 is generally viewed as repeating the kingdoms listed in Daniel 2. Do you agree?
Please demonstrate your reasons.
13. Identify the beasts of Daniel 7 and the kingdoms they represent.
14. What prophetic character matches the “little horn” of the wild beast in Daniel 7:7,8?
15. On what special aspect of the Anti-Christ does Daniel 7 focus?
16. The Ancient of Days in Daniel 7:9 is a reference to Jesus Christ, yet in Daniel 7:13 the
same title is used to refer to God the Father. How can this be explained?
17. What is the significance of the title “Son of Man”?
18. What does Daniel 7:24 demonstrate must take place before the Anti-Christ can appear on
the World scene?
19. To what is “the greatness of the kingdom:” (Daniel 7:27) a reference?
20. Who are “the saints of the Most High God” who possess this Kingdom?
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Daniel 102-14
Daniel Test #5 Questions
Answer the following questions use complete sentences. An unmarked Bible may be used for
references.
1.
Daniel 8 is generally said to have been fulfilled in large part by Antiochus Epiphanes.
Do you agree? Please demonstrate the validity of your answer.
2.
What kingdom is the Ram?
3.
What kingdom is the He-goat?
4.
Who is the first King of the He-goat kingdom?
5.
What are the “four notable ones” that come out of the He-goat?
6.
What special feature of the Anti-Christ rise is identified for us in Daniel 8:9?
7.
The Anti-Christ is often called: (a) the Egyptian; (b) the Assyrian; (c) the Edomite.
Choose the correct title.
8.
How does Daniel 8:10-14 demonstrate that the temple will one day be rebuilt in
Jerusalem? Give two other passages that support this view.
9.
Explain the significance of the 2300 days of Daniel 8:13-14. Draw a chart to identify
their placement in the prophetic scheme.
10.
Angels have an appearance of men. True or False? Give two Scriptures to support your
answer.
11.
According to Daniel 8:25, what type of “policy” will be followed by the Anti-Christ?
12.
What craft will the Anti-Christ make to prosper?
13.
Who is the most perfect imitation of Jesus Christ in the Bible or in History?
14.
Who is the rider of the white horse in Revelation 6:1-2?
15.
What is the “mark of the beast”? Scripture please.
16.
What did Daniel discover from his study of the Word in Daniel 9:1-2?
17.
Why did Daniel confess the sins of his people Israel?
18.
Upon whom are the 70 weeks of Daniel determined?
19.
List the 6-fold purpose of these 70 weeks, explaining each briefly.
20.
How long is a week? The 70th week? How did you determine this?
21.
When was the commandment to rebuild Jerusalem given?
22.
What is meant by the “cutting off” of Messiah?
23.
“The prince shall come” and “the war” of Daniel 9:26 are probable references to what
time period?
24.
What event marks the beginning of the 70th week?
25.
What takes place in the middle of the 70th week?
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Daniel 102-20
Daniel Test #6 Questions
Answer the following questions use complete sentences. An unmarked Bible may be used for
references.
1.
Explain from Scripture the governmental structure of the universe.
2.
Daniel 10:14 is the key verse for this final vision. What three important features of this
vision are set forth by this verse? (You may use your Bible to read the verse.)
3.
Daniel 11 is a very difficult passage to decipher. A key point is the location of the break
between what for us today is past history and what is future history yet to be
accomplished. Where would you place the break? – Be sure to explain your answer.
4.
Who is the King of the South in Daniel 11?
5.
Who is the King of the North in Daniel 11?
6.
Who is the vile person of Daniel 11:21?
7.
By what unusual approach does he “obtain the kingdom”? To what is this a reference?
8.
Explain the significance of the terms “the Man of Sin” and the “Son of Perdition.”
9.
At what point in the 70th week will the Anti-Christ take away the daily sacrifice and place
the abomination in the temple?
10.
Who does the angel Michael represent during the prophetic program?
11.
What resurrection is referred to in Daniel 12:2? (You may use your Bible to read this
verse.)
12.
Daniel 7 focuses on the rise of the Anti-Christ with special attention given to the course
of his career. What important events must take place before the Anti-Christ is revealed?
13.
How does Daniel 8:10-4 demonstrate that the temple will one day be rebuilt in
Jerusalem? Give two other passages that support this view.
14.
Daniel 8 focuses on the rise of the Anti-Christ with special attention given to the origin or
country from which he comes. Out of what Kingdom does the Anti-Christ come?
15.
What marks the beginning of the 70th week in Daniel 9?
16.
How long is a week in Daniel 9’s prophecy? Explain how you arrive at this figure.
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03 Romans Part 1 (6 Tests)
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Romans Part 1 101-10
Romans Part 1 Test #1 (7) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate.
1.)
What is the main doctrinal issue in Romans?
2.)
What are the theme verses in Romans?
3.)
What three important issues are we to recognize concerning Paul’s Apostleship in 1:1-5?
4.)
What issue does Paul introduce in the Introduction of 1:1-17?
5.)
Give three reasons why Paul was not one of The Twelve Apostles?
6.)
Explain the seeming contradiction between 1:1 and 16:22.
7.)
Where was Paul when he wrote Romans? With whom was he staying?
8.)
What was Paul’s purpose in writing to the believers at Rome?
9.)
What is the central issue in the “gospel of God”?
10.)
What special truth about Paul’s Apostleship is stated in 1:5?
11.)
What is the dispensational importance of Paul’s salutation of “grace and peace” in 1:7?
12.)
What is meant by the “obedience to the faith” in 1:5? Give three other references in
Romans.
13.)
What is the significance of the phrase “to the Jew first”?
14.)
Define the details of “the gospel of Christ.” Reference please.
15.)
What two things are revealed in the gospel of Christ?
16.)
How does Romans answer the question of Job 9:2, “How should a man be just with
God?”
17.)
State the rule that governs what “Acts Period” practices are still in effect today.
18.)
What is the “power of God unto salvation”?
19.)
How was Jesus Christ “declared to be the Son of God”?
20.)
What is the Hypostatic Union?
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Romans Part 1 101-15
Romans Part 1 Test #2 (8) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate.
1.)
In Romans 1:18 Paul begins the details of his gospel with what important subject?
2.)
Why does Paul start with this subject?
3.)
According to Romans 1:21, what is the ultimate cause of the condemnation of man?
4.)
What two-fold witness is given men in Romans 1:19-20?
5.)
What was man’s response to this two-fold witness?
6.)
What does Romans 1:22-23 indicate is the real motive behind human wisdom?
7.)
What verses give the details of how man came to walk in his own ways?
8.)
What were “the times of ignorance”?
9.)
How was the Jewish time schedule of Daniel 9 extended into the Acts period? How was
it interrupted?
10.)
What is the “lie” referred to in Romans 1:25?
11.)
Romans 1:23-25 demonstrates that the end of all apostasy is ________________.
12.)
At what historical event did God give up mankind?
13.)
What is the origin of the religion of the coming Anti-Christ?
14.)
What does Romans 1:26-27 tell us about homosexualism?
15.)
What is a “reprobate mind”?
Bonus: List four philosophical arguments for the existence of God. (+ 3points for each correct
answer)
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Romans Part 1 101-18
Romans Part 1 Test #3 (9) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate.
1.)
Outline the book of Romans into its major divisions.
2.)
What was Paul’s purpose in writing Romans?
3.)
What is the main subject of Romans 1:18-3:20?
4.)
What is the dispensational importance of Paul’s salutation of “grace and peace” in Rom
1:7?
5.)
Give three reasons why Paul was not one of The Twelve Apostles.
6.)
What is the significance of Romans 1:16’s “to the Jew first”
7.)
State the rule that governs what “Acts period” practices are still in effect today.
8.)
According to Romans 1, what is the ultimate cause of the condemnation of man?
9.)
According to Romans 1, what two-fold witness is given men?
10.)
What is “the lie” referred to in Romans 1:25? (READ VERSE)
11.)
Three times Romans 1 tells us that “God gave them up.” To what great historical event is
Paul making reference?
12.)
What does Romans 1 tell us about homosexualism?
13.)
List the principles and procedures of God’s judgment as listed in Romans 2.
14.)
Romans 1:18-ff addresses what class of men/mankind?
15.)
Romans 2:1-16 addresses what class of men/mankind?
16.)
Romans 2:17-ff addresses what class of men/mankind?
17.)
According to Romans 2, is God a respecter of persons?
18.)
To what event is “the day of wrath” a reference in Romans 2:5? (READ VERSE)
19.)
According to Romans 2, what leads man to repentance?
20.)
READ Romans 2:14-15: What is “the work of the law”?
21.)
READ Romans 2:24: How is the name of God blasphemed among the Gentiles?
22.)
READ Romans 2:28-29: This passage teaches that when a Gentile gets saved he becomes
a spiritual Jew. True or False?
23.)
Define “Repentance.”
24.)
Define “Penance.”
25.)
Define “Penitence.”
26.)
What is the significance of the phrase “my gospel” in Romans 2:16?
27.)
READ Romans 2:16, Explain how men are to be judged according to Paul’s gospel.
28.)
How many chapters in Romans?
29.)
How many verses are in Chapter 1?
30.)
How many verses are in Chapter 2?
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Romans Part 1 102-08
Romans Part 1 Test #4 (10) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate.
1. According to Romans 3:1, 2 what advantage did the Jews have over the Gentiles?
2. Can Romans 3:1, 2 be used in support of the idea that the Jews still had a dispensational
advantage over the Gentiles in Paul’s Acts ministry? Give other verses in Romans to
prove your answer.
3. What is meant by the term “the faith of God” (Romans 3:3)?
4. Romans 3:4 reverses the quote from Psalms 51:4 (“when thou judgest” vs. “when thou art
judged”). What do we learn from this about the judgment of God?
5. What is “slanderously reported” about Paul’s preaching of grace?
6. What are the four “Protestant nuns” of Romans 3:10-12?
7. Since the law was given only to Israel, how is it that the law stops “every mouth” and
makes “all the world guilty before God”?
8. From Romans 3:19, 20 we learn that what special issue is the first step to salvation?
9. Draw a chart and give references to identify the dispensational significance of Romans
3:21’s “But now.”
10. What is the significance of the phrases “unto all” and “upon all” in Romans 3:22?
11. What verse from Paul’s pen demonstrates the harmony between God’s sovereign purpose
and man’s responsibility? State this relationship in one clear sentence.
12. “The faith of Jesus Christ” is an important expression in Paul’s epistles. To what does it
have reference?
13. Give a concise definition of “the glory of God” with Scripture reference.
14. Sin can be classified under three general aspects. List these three categories.
15. Why do you sin?
16. Define the term “justify.”
17. Give a concise definition of what “grace” is.
18. What should Genesis 3:2 warn us about when we read Romans 3:24?
19. The component parts of salvation are a very important issue.
a. Complete the following:
b. The basis of salvation in every age is:
____________________________________.
c. The means of salvation is always:
_______________________________________.
d. The object of faith is always:
___________________________________________.
e. The content of faith is always dependent upon:
_____________________________.
i. Which of the above is the special area of “dispensational truth”?
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Romans Part 1 102-15
Romans Part 1 Test #5 (11) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate.
1.
According to Romans 3:1-2, what advantage did the Jews have over the gentile?
2.
Can Romans 3:1-2 be used in support of the idea that the Jews still had a dispensational
advantage over the Gentiles in Paul’s Acts ministry? Give other verses in Romans to
prove your answer.
3.
What is meant by the term “faith of God” (Romans 3:3)?
4.
Romans 3:4 reverses the quote from Psalms 51:4 (“when thou judgest” vs. “when thou art
judged”). What do we learn from this about the judgment of God?
5.
Since the law was given only to Israel, how is it that the law stops “every mouth” and
makes “all the world guilty before God”?
6.
From Romans 3:19,20, we learn that what special issue is the first step to salvation?
7.
“The faith of Jesus Christ” is an important expression in Paul’s epistles. To what does it
have reference?
8.
What verse from Paul’s pen demonstrates the harmony between God’s sovereign purpose
and man’s responsibility? State this relationship in one clear sentence.
9.
Sin can be classified under three general aspects. List these three categories.
10.
Define the term “justify.”
11.
Give a concise definition of what “grace is.
12.
The component parts of salvation are a very important issue.
a) Complete the following:
b) The basis of salvation in every age is: _____________________________________.
c) The means of salvation is always: ________________________________________.
d) The object of faith is always: ____________________________________________.
e) The content of faith is always dependent upon: ______________________________.
13.
Which of the above is the special area of dispensational truth?
14.
Define the three words translated “Redemption.”.
a. agorazo
b. exagorazo
c. lutroo
15.
What requirements were established by the justice of God in order that something in
jeopardy might be redeemed?
16.
How did Jesus Christ meet these requirements?
17.
The Old Testament and Gospel records are clear that Jesus Christ was born to be Israel’s
redeemer. How is it possible for Him also to now be the redeemer of the Gentiles?
18.
Explain in brief the doctrine of propitiation.
19.
Choose the proper word to complete each of the following:
a. Propitiation looks toward (a) God (b) Man (c) Sin.
b. Redemption looks toward (a) God (b) Man (c) Sin.
c. Reconciliation looks toward (a) God (b) Man (c) Sin.
20.
The justice of God is the function of His integrity that guards His righteousness.
True or False?
21.
What is the significance of the term “blood” in Romans 3:25?
22.
Explain the phrase “through faith in His blood.”
23.
What is the significance of the phrase “at this time” in Romans 3:26?
24.
To what is the phrase “remission of sins that are past” a reference? Give a comparative
verse that supports your answer.
25.
How is it that the forbearance of God could patiently pass over sins in time past?
26.
What important dispensational point is made concerning when the Body of Christ began
by Romans 3:30’s leveling of Jew and Gentile?
27.
What is the significance of the term “by faith” and through faith” in Rom 3:30?
28.
The Jewish saints did not have a message from God that excluded works; therefore works
are not excluded from the Jewish mind when it came to their acceptance with God. How
then can Paul now say that they were in fact justified on the basis of faith rather than
works?
29.
How is it that the principle of “justification by faith without works” can be said to
“establish the law”?
30.
Part of the grace gospel committed to Paul is to explain how saints in time past were
justified. True or False?
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Romans Part 1 103-09
Romans Part 1 Test #6 (12) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate.
1.
What important lesson did Abraham learn about the works of the flesh?
2.
Why does the Scripture wait until Genesis 15:6 to explain that Abraham was justified by
faith?
3.
What two special and unique features of Abraham’s justification foresee the dispensation
of grace and Abraham’s relationship to us?
4.
Explain how you know that Abraham believed in the resurrection from the dead.
5.
Is faith a work? Verse please.
6.
How does Paul’s quote from David throw a clarifying light on the issue of the security of
saints in time past?
7.
Paul’s quote from David illustrates the issue of total forgiveness. True or False?
8.
Explain how the “Law principle” works.
9.
Explain how the “Grace principle” works.
10.
The law uses ________________________ as its motivation.
11.
The subjective feelings of fear, shame and rejection are emotions authored by the old sin
nature to promote true repentance. True or False?
12.
Under the Mosaic Law Israel had a “short accounts” system to take care of their guilt. Is
such a provision in operation today? If so how does it work?
13.
Grace uses _________________________ as its motivation.
14.
Does the present possession of total forgiveness mean that sin in the life of a believer has
no effect?
15.
What is the believer under grace to do if he/she sins?
16.
What three modes of discipline does the Holy Spirit employ today?
17.
How does Galatians 3:8 shed light on why God justified Abraham in uncircumcision?
18.
What is the significance of circumcision in the Scripture?
19.
How is it that Abraham can be “the Father of us all”?
20.
What is the basic issue behind the promise of being heirs of the world?
21.
Romans 3 demonstrates how God can declare us righteous by faith in Christ’s finished
work. What additional issue is Paul dealing with in Romans 4?
22.
The law works __________________________?
23.
How does Paul say that the promise of eternal life is made sure?
24.
The object of Abraham’s faith was ________________________________, the grounds
of his faith was ________________________________.
25.
What is meant by the statement that Christ was “raised for our justification”?
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04 Romans Part 2 (7 Tests)
Grace School of the Bible
Romans Part 2 201-7
Romans Part 2 Test #1 (13) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use and unmarked Bible to look up references that are
quoted/referred to.
1.
What is the Great theme of Romans chapter 5?
2.
What is the significance of the “being…we have” statement in 5:1?
3.
“Peace with God” is the opposite of what issue already dealt with by Paul in Romans 4,
5?
4.
What is indicated by the expression “peace with God”?
5.
Is it possible for anything to bar our access to our standing in Grace? Explain.
6.
How may we utilize the position we have in Grace?
7.
What is it that Paul’s says we must “know” in order to be able to boast in tribulation?
8.
How does God develop patience in the believer?
9.
What is “agape love”?
10.
Romans 5:6-10 demonstrates 3 stages of man’s sinfulness and God’s love. List each.
11.
God’s love is demonstrated in a particularly clear fashion by having Christ die for us
while we were in what condition?
12.
How does Paul allude to the Pre-Trib rapture in Rom. 5:9?
13.
What are the 4 different types of reconciliation found in Paul’s Epistle?
14.
Why would the translators have used “atonement” in Rom. 5:11 when they had just
translated the same Greek word “reconciled” in 5:10?
15.
Who are the two men that Rom. 5:12-21 focus on?
16.
What three Great Dispensational Periods does Paul identify in Rom. 5?
17.
Rom 6 marks an important changing point in Rom. Paul now moves on with the details
of the present Grace program to deal with what important issue?
The question that Paul anticipates in Rom. 6:1 is a natural one if we are preaching grace
in its fullness and with clarity. True or False?
18.
19.
What is meant by the expression “God Forbid”?
20.
How is it that the Believers can be said to be “dead to Sin”?
21.
Give proofs that the Baptism of Rom. 6:3 is not water Baptism.
22.
How are Believers today “Baptized into Jesus Christ”? Scripture please.
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Romans Part 2 201-13
Romans Part 2 Test #2 (14) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use and unmarked Bible to look up references that are
quoted/referred to.
1.
Give proofs that the baptism of Romans 6 is not water baptism.
2.
What is “the body of sin” to which Paul refers in 6:6?
3.
Identify the baptism of 6:3 and explain its significance for the believer.
4.
If we are “free” from the mastery of sin (as per 6:7), how is it then that sin still is such an
influence in the believer’s life?
5.
Explain the principle set forth in 6:8-10.
6.
With our position in Christ and thus being participants in God’s program of total victory
over sin, what is the believer advised by the Apostle to do in order to make this practical
reality in his daily life?
7.
Walking in the flesh is a synonym for walking under the law. True or False?
8.
Walking under grace is a synonym for walking in the Spirit. True or False?
9.
Explain the meaning of “yield” in 6:11-13?
10.
What is meant by Paul’s assertion that “we are not under the law, but under grace”?
11.
Service to sin ends in ___________________________.
12.
What is meant by the expression “obeyed from the heart”?
13.
Sound doctrine does not set people free from sin. True or False?
14.
When we were the servants of sin, what was our relation to righteousness?
15.
Romans 6:20-23 looks to the ultimate end of the program of sin and the program of
righteousness. What is the “end” of each?
16.
What is meant by “death” in 6:23?
17.
What further objection does Paul face in Romans 7?
18.
What does the law accomplish in the life of the believer?
19.
How is it that the believer is “dead to” and “delivered from” the law?
20.
What is meant by serving in “the oldness of the letter” and serving in “the newness of the
spirit” (7:6)?
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Grace School of the Bible
Romans Part 2 201-18
Romans Part 2 Test #3 (15) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references that are
quoted or referred to.
1.
Demonstrate that Rom. 7:15-25 is in fact the language of a saint.
2.
To what is “the flesh” a reference in Rom. 7?
3.
What is “the law of sin which is in my members” (7:23)?
4.
What is “the law of my mind” (7:23)?
5.
What is “the Law of sin and death” (8:2)?
6.
What is “the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus” (8:2)?
7.
“Walking in the flesh” and “walking under the law” are synonymous. True or False?
8.
Although the last ten words of Romans 8:1 are omitted by the new Bibles, what problem
does the omission raise?
9.
The issue of Rom. 8:1 is the eternal security of the believer. True or False?
10.
Explain the condemnation referred to in Rom. 8:1.
11.
How is the “walking after the flesh” defined in Rom. 8:5?
12.
Why was the law “weak”?
13.
Why can’t the flesh please God?
14.
Why are believers said not to be in the flesh?
15.
What does Paul mean by the Spirit “quickening our mortal bodies” (8:11)?
16.
Explain what Paul means by “adoption.”
17.
How does our being “led by the Spirit of God” demonstrate that we are the sons of God?
18.
Who is “the Spirit of adoption”?
19.
What is the significance of our crying “Abba, Father”?
20.
Romans 6 shows we are “dead to ___________.”
Romans 7 shows we are “dead to ___________.”
Romans 8 shows we are “dead to ___________.”
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Grace School of the Bible
Romans Part 2 202-6
Romans Part 2 Test #4 (16) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions. You may use and
unmarked Bible to look up or refer to Scripture passages.
1.
What does Paul mean when he says that we are “saved by hope”?
2.
What does Paul identify as the great motivating factor for a believer to endure the
pressures and distresses of the present time?
3.
Explain the use of the neuter pronoun “itself” when referring to the Holy Spirit in
Romans 8:16, 26.
4.
For what is the whole of creation earnestly waiting?
5.
From Paul’s great statement about the mechanics of prayer in Romans 8:26, explain just
how prayer works today.
6.
What is the one great “infirmity” in our prayer life?
7.
Romans 8:28 is often called the “soft pillow” of the Bible. Please explain how “all things
work together for good” to the believer.
8.
The so-called “theological outline of salvation” in Romans 8:29,30 is all based upon
God’s “purpose.” What is His purpose referred to here?
9.
What great truth about God’s purpose is Paul demonstrating by the use of these unique
terms in 8:29,30?
10.
Define these terms:
a. Foreknowledge
b. Predestination
c. The called
d. Justify
e. Glorification
11.
How are we “called”? Give at least one reference t osupport your answer.
12.
To what are we predestinated?
13.
Predestination is based upon ___________________________.
14.
To what does God’s foreknowledge refer? Illustrate by Scripture.
15.
Give at least one Scripture that demonstrates that faith is non-meritorious.
16.
Demonstrate from Scripture which comes first: regeneration or faith.
17.
Where does saving faith come from?
18.
List the “Five Points” of Calvinism and Armenianism.
19.
What other great theological controversy finds its roots in Romans 8?
Please amplify on this issue.
20.
What attributes of God are referred to in Romans 8:31-39 to assure us of the surety of our
salvation and God’s purpose for us to share the glory and inheritance of our Lord Jesus
Christ?
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Grace School of the Bible
Romans Part 2 202-12
Romans Part 2 Test #5 (17) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions. You may use an
unmarked Bible to look up or refer to Scripture passages.
1.
What is the central issue in Romans 9-11?
2.
Romans 9 focuses on _____________________?
Romans 10 focuses on ____________________?
Romans 11 focuses on ____________________?
3.
What is the source of Paul’s “sorrow of heart”?
4.
Explain the advantages and privileges Romans 9:4, 5 attribute to the nation Israel.
5.
What is God’s “purpose according to election”?
6.
How does Paul answer the assertion that the Word of God has failed (9:6)?
7.
Explain Paul’s two-fold answer to the objection that there is unrighteousness with God
(9:14-28).
8.
How do you understand the issue of “the hardening of Pharaoh’s heart”? Support your
answer with scripture.
9.
What is the gist of the further objection raised in Romans 9:19?
10.
The Potter was a familiar figure to a Jew. From Old Testament Scripture explain the
action of the potter described in 9:20-21?
11.
The character of the Dispensation of Grace is especially that of “longsuffering.” T or F?
12.
To what is Romans 9:22-24 a reference?
13.
To what are “vessels of honor” and “vessels of dishonor” a reference?
14.
When were the vessels of wrath “fitted” for destruction?
15.
Does Paul’s use of Hosea 2:23 and 1:10 mean that the Body of Christ today is the
fulfillment of these predictions?
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Grace School of the Bible
Romans Part 2 202-19
Romans Part 2 Test #6 (18) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions. You may use an
unmarked Bible for references.
1.
What basic reason does Paul give in 9:30-33 for Israel’s failure to recognize and accept
her Messiah when He was offered in her midst?
2.
To what particular time odes the stumbling and the offence of 9:33 refer?
3.
Romans 11:11, 12 give an outline of Paul’s viewpoint of the dispensational position of
Israel during the Acts period. Please outline this period according to these verses.
4.
In Romans 10:1 Paul prays that Israel might be saved. In 11:26 he declares that “Israel
shall be saved.” How do you explain these seemingly contradictory verses?
5.
What was the proper knowledge that Israel should have gained from the Law?
6.
Expound the sense and meaning of Romans 10:4.
7.
What is “the righteousness of the law” described by Moses?
8.
In Paul’s quote of Deut. 30:12, 13 in Romans 10:6-8, what is the purpose of his insertion
of the parenthetical explanations in reference to Christ?
9.
Why does Paul use the “mouth” and “heart” metaphors in Rom. 10:9, 10?
10.
Romans 10:9 is often used as a “Confessional Salvation” proof text. Demonstrate that it
is a misuse of this passage to demand a public profession be made before men in order to
be saved today.
11.
Romans 10:9 is also often used as a “Lordship Salvation” proof text. Explain the proper
meaning of the expression: “If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus.”
12.
Does Paul’s quote of Joel 2:32 in Romans 10:13 mean that those who call on the Lord for
salvation today are saved according to the prophetic program? Explain.
13.
In Romans 10:14-ff how does Paul answer the objection of those who would claim that
Israel did not “hear”?
14.
Who is “the foolish nation” of 10:19? Prove your answer from Scripture.
15.
What message did Paul carry to Israel during his Acts ministry? Demonstrate from
Scripture whether or not he could have continued to offer to Israel the kingdom as the
Twelve before him had done.
16.
Romans 11:6 is a great verse to demonstrate the compatibility that exists between grace
and works. T or F
17.
Paul’s unique Apostleship and message is demonstrated by what verse in Romans 11?
18.
Paul pressed his Gentile ministry in order to accomplish what great purpose?
19.
Paul’s main point in Romans 11:11-15 is that God still has a plan and purpose for Israel.
T or F.
20.
What two groups does Paul identify as having been used by God during the Acts period
to motivate Israel to desire salvation?
21.
What is Paul’s message in the illustrations of the branches broken off and grafted in?
22.
Does 11:22 teach conditional salvation and refute eternal security? Explain.
23.
To what does the “fullness of the Gentiles” refer in 11:25?
24.
On what two-fold basis does 11:26, 27 promise the future conversion of the nation Israel?
25.
What great truth concerning God’s purpose with Israel is given in 11:28, 29?
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Grace School of the Bible
Romans Part 2 203-11
Romans Part 2 Test #7 (19) Questions
You may use an unmarked Bible to answer the following questions on a separate sheet of
properly headed paper, using complete sentences where appropriate. This is your last Romans
test – glory!!!.
1.
What is the main thrust of Romans 12-16?
2.
Why is it that Paul waits until Romans 12:1 to focus on our service and dedication to the
Lord?
3.
Explain the importance of the use of “beseech” in 12:1.
4.
What is meant by “the world” in 12:2?
5.
Explain how “the renewing of your mind” takes place.
6.
Identify and explain the four Operative Grace Principles for the Sonship Walk set forth in
the opening verses of Romans 12.
7.
Identify and explain the following categories of knowledge:
a. Conscience
b. Faith
c. Hope
d. Love
8.
What two verses in I Corinthians give the proper basis for testing and evaluating whether
an activity is expedient or not?
9.
The standard of grace is objectivity. T or F?
10.
How has God given to each of us “the measure of faith”?
11.
What makes the body relationship so appropriate for our sonship walk?
12.
How does Romans 12:4, 5 refute the Acts 28 position?
13.
List Paul’s three passages on gifts and identify the main thrust of each.
14.
Romans 12:9-ff focus on the practical application of the renewed mind to the details of
our lives. T or F?
15.
How do you explain the comparison between Rom. 12 and the Sermon on the Mount
(e.g., Matt 5:44 with Rom 12:14)?
16.
Romans 12:14-21 focus especially on the attitude of the believer in response to what
issue?
17.
Identify and briefly explain the four Divine Institutions for the establishment of the
human race.
18.
What is meant by “the powers that be are ordained of God”?
19.
Why does Paul deal with this issue in 13:1-7?
20.
What is the Scriptural view of Capital Punishment?
21.
How are we to relate to society in general about us as per 13:8-14?
22.
Romans 14:1-15:7 deals with the relationship between what two groups of believers?
23.
What is the proper attitude these two groups are to maintain toward each other?
24.
Explain the contrast between Luke 14:15 and Rom. 14:15
25.
How can a brother be “destroyed” (14:15-20)?
26.
Explain Romans 15:8-12 – especially the inclusion of Gentiles in these promises.
27.
Who is the minister of Jesus Christ to the Gentiles in 15:16?
28.
To what distant city did Paul plan to travel in Romans 15?
29.
What is the significance of the “poor saints which are at Jerusalem”?
30.
Explain how 16:7 says that some were “in Christ” before Paul.
31.
Romans 16:17-18 set forth what important Bible truth?
32.
For your very last Romans question: Identify and describe the state of the foundation of
the edification complex you are building in your soul.
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05 Genesis (4 Tests)
Grace School of the Bible
Genesis 102-7
Genesis Test #1 (20) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate.
1.
Identify the two basic parts into which Genesis is most naturally divided.
2.
List at least s comparisons between Genesis and Revelation.
3.
What is the main thrust of the first section?
4.
Genesis 1:1 denies the six favorite philosophies or religions of education. Name them.
5.
Explain how Genesis 1:1 sets forth God’s “two-fold purpose.”
6.
Draw a picture with necessary references to describe the shape of the universe as it was
made in Genesis 1.
7.
What is the significance of the expression “after his kind”?
8.
Explain how the stars are for “signs.”
9.
Explain the differences in creation accounts between Genesis 1 & 2.
10.
Identify the four Divine Institutions God established for the perpetuation of mankind.
11.
When God created man in His image and likeness, which Divine Institution did He
establish first?
12.
What was the purpose for which God created man and what three offices did He confer
upon him?
13.
Explain the significance of each point in man’s three-fold commission.
14.
Evolution is a religious conviction, which a man must accept by faith in the face of ten
thousand proofs that he is deluded. True or False?
15.
Explain the “Gap Theory” and state your personal view of it.
16.
When was the Sabbath first introduced, and made known?
17.
Genesis 2:7 gives the details of the creation of man. Explain each of man’s three-fold
make-up.
18.
Explain the boundaries of the country of Eden and where the garden was located.
19.
The whole earth was given to Adam as a possession but Eden was the special seat of his
residence. True or False?
20.
What was the purpose of the garden paradise Adam lived in?
Grace School of the Bible
Genesis 102-14
Genesis Test #2 (21) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up
references.
1.
The “tree of knowledge of good and evil” is the (a) oak tree; (b) vine tree; (c) olive tree
(choose one). Prove your answer from Scripture.
2.
Explain the testing of the first Divine Institution in Genesis 2:16-17.
3.
What is the meaning of the statement “in the day” in Genesis 2:17.
4.
When God warned Adam that he “shall surely die”, He was warning him of the death of
his whole being – spirit, soul, and body. True or False?
5.
What was “not good” about Adam’s condition in Genesis 2:18?
6.
Why would Adam have been assigned the task of naming the animals and what effect did
this naming have on Adam?
7.
Eve was created to heal the only ailment sinless Adam could suffer. Explain her creation
purpose as identified in the term “helpmeet” as illustrated by her being a rib taken from
the side of Adam.
8.
Why was it necessary for Eve to be a secondary creation (i.e. taken out of man), rather
than a primary creation as Adam was?
9.
The male role is that of the initiator, the female role is that of the responder. True or
False?
10.
The male role is that of the intellect; the female focus is the emotions. True or False?
11.
Explain the meaning of the term “one flesh.”
12.
Marriage is a “creation institution,” not a “church institution,” and as such is a formal
covenant by which a man and a woman enter a union of companionship. True or False?
13.
What is the basic social purpose of the second Divine Institution?
14.
How can Satan be a serpent in Genesis 3:1 and yet also a beast and cattle in Genesis
3:14?
15.
Satan’s basic method of destroying God’s authority is set forth in a five-fold attack on
God’s Word. Please identify these five points.
16.
Match the 3-fold temptation of Genesis 3:6 with the tripartite make-up of man.
17.
Explain the term “good and evil” in Genesis 3:5.
18.
What were the (a) outward and (b) inward results of the fall?
19.
Genesis 3 sets forth the pattern of all sinful behavior and sinful response, forming a
behavior chart for the dynamics of sinful reactionalism to God’s attempt to confront and
convict the sinner.
a. Explain the sinful emotional response authored by the old sin nature to produce false
guilt.
b. Explain the defense mechanism developed because of this false guilt.
20.
Identify and explain the reference to the two advents of Christ in Genesis 3:15.
21.
God placed the woman under the curse of sorrow and subjection in Genesis 3:16. Please
explain each.
22.
Because Adam “listened” to the voice of his wife, he failed to function as her God-given
protection. True or False?
23.
What was the origin of the blood sacrifices as a payment for sin?
24.
What are the 4 elements of the curse on mankind?
25.
Explain the significance of the events in Genesis 3:24.
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Grace School of the Bible
Genesis 103-6
Genesis Test #3 (22) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up
references.
1.
Genesis 4-6 is a unit that describes the days before the flood and gives a typical picture of
the days before the second coming of Christ. State the special focus of each chapter.
2.
Explain how Genesis 4-6 demonstrates the necessity of the fourth Divine Institution and
what that institution’s basic function is in relation to the first three.
3.
Since they were not born until after the expulsion from the garden, Cain and Abel had no
way of knowing what, when, or where to bring an offering to the Lord. True or False?
4.
Explain the basis of the difference in the treatment of Cain and Abel by the Lord.
5.
What is the significance of Cain becoming the first “city builder”?
6.
How does Genesis 4:19-26 trace the development of civilization?
7.
What is meant by Genesis 4:26’s assertion that men began to call upon the name of the
Lord at that point?
8.
Why is Genesis 5 often referred to as the “graveyard” chapter of the Bible?
9.
Adam was created in the Image of God. What is the significance of his begetting sons in
his own image?
10.
Give at least three possible reasons for the longevity found in Genesis 5.
11.
Explain the importance of Methuselah’s birth and death.
12.
What is special about Enoch
13.
Who are the “sons of God” in Genesis 6:1-4?
14.
Explain how it could possibly be said that God repented over something He had done
(Genesis 6:6, 7).
15.
What is the difference between Noah finding grace in the eyes of the Lord (Genesis 6:8)
and what Paul tells us in Ephesians 2:8-9 and Titus 2:11?
16.
Describe the physical shape and seaworthiness of the ark Noah built.
17.
What is the significance of the specific date given in Genesis 7:11?
18.
When Noah emerged from the ark, God instituted the fourth institution for the
preservation of mankind. Identify this institution and its basis in Genesis 9:4-7.
Grace School of the Bible
Genesis 103-10
Genesis Test #4 (23) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up
references.
1.
Noah gives three far-reaching prophecies concerning the character that would be
exhibited by each of his sons as progenitors of the nations of the earth. Explain each
prophecy and the contributions each group is to make.
2.
Why is this prophecy by Noah of special interest to us today?
3.
Explain the career and character of Nimrod.
4.
Explain the dispensational significance of the Tower of Babel?
5.
What is the prophetic significance of the Tower of Babel?
6.
Identify the reasoning behind building the ‘city” and “tower” in Genesis 11:1-6.
7.
Please explain the reason for the decline in longevity illustrated in Gen. 11:10-26.
8.
List the elements of the Abrahamic Covenant given in Genesis 12:1-3.
9.
Identify the four subsequent covenants made with Israel and explain how each relates to
the Abrahamic Covenant.
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2nd Year Course
06 Old Testament Survey (3 Tests)
Grace School of the Bible
Old Testament Survey 201-10
OT Survey Test #1 (24) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up
references.
1. The Old Testament is divided into three basic sections:
2. After Satan’s rebellion, God created Adam, a new creature, for a reason, and originally
commissioned him to do what?
3. There are 3 offices/thrones rightfully owned by Jesus Christ that Lucifer/Satan wants to
usurp. These are the 3 offices through which sit all rulership and authority over the
universe. What are these 3 offices?
4. Why did God create Hell?
5. Name the 4 permanent divine institutions God created for the orderly functioning of the
human race.
6. Draw lines to match the Book with its content:
Deuteronomy
a. Israel’s system of worship; fellowship with God
Genesis
b. A book of Israel’s transition from wandering in
the wilderness to occupying the land
Leviticus
c. The issue is redemption by blood and by power
Exodus
d. A book of journeyings & organizing men for war
Numbers
e. A book of beginnings
7. God had several reasons for the 10 plagues He sent upon Egypt. Give 2 reasons.
8. Why did God institute the setting up of the tabernacle?
9. What is the key verse of the Book of Deuteronomy?
10. “The Song of Moses” is Israel’s song of triumph and faith.
True
or
False
11. In what book and chapter does God lay out Israel’s “five courses of judgment” for the
nation?
12. Within the Holy of Holies, God’s presence resided over the Mercy Seat. What separated
the presence of God from “the book of the Law” which was inside the Ark of the
Covenant, and why?
Grace School of the Bible
Old Testament Survey 201-18
OT Survey Test #2 (25) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up
references.
1. From Genesis 12 through Deuteronomy God has been developing the nation of Israel, getting
this “instrument” ready. In reference to this, in the Book of Joshua, what is God formally
beginning to do with Israel?
2. Joshua is a book of conquest. Judges is a book of _______________________ .
3. In the Book of Judges, there are 12 or 13 judges. Explain this discrepancy.
4. What is the key verse of the Book of Judges and its significance.
5. Four trees represent the different aspects of the life of the nation of Israel. Name each and
explain what each tree represents.
6. The Book of Judges demonstrates the sinful helpless condition of the nation, and because of it
the Book of Ruth demonstrates Israel’s need for a _________________.
7. There are two separate/parallel accounts of the history of Israel under the 2nd to 5th Courses of
Judgment. Why are there two separate accounts and which books give us these accounts?
8. Why did Hannah want a child?
9. In I Samuel Israel asked Samuel to give them a king to reign over and judge them.
Was this a good idea? Why?
10. Name the first 3 kings of Israel.
11. Saul was Israel’s first king but became disobedient to God and self willed. We see his
absolute failure when in rebellion he usurps the office of __________________.
12. What is the glory of Solomon’s kingdom a picture of? Explain.
Grace School of the Bible
Old Testament Survey 202-18
OT Survey Test #3 (26) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up
references.
1. Describe how the events in 1 Kings 12-22 are related to the Second Course of Judgment.
2. There are 12 classifications of discrepancies between the accounts in 1 Samuel-2 Kings and 1
& 2 Chronicles. Name at least 7.
3. Name the five rules for dealing with apparent discrepancies in the Word of God.
4. In 1 Samuel 10:17-19 Israel requests a king in order to be like the other nations of the world.
In doing so, Israel rejected God and what He had made them to be. What should this rejection
have ushered in and what did God do instead?
5. Saul’s decline as king of Israel began when he repeatedly attempted to usurp what role in
Israel?
6. The Davidic Covenant carries with it three tenants. Name them.
7. In what ways is Solomon’s reign a type of the Kingdom reign of Christ?
8. What are the names and capital cities of the Southern and Northern kingdoms of Israel after
the nation was politically divided?
9. During which course of judgment did Elijah act as a prophet, what was the basic message he
brought to Israel, and how did the geographic course of his ministry demonstrate that message?
10. What begins in Israel with the start of Elisha’s ministry? Give an example from scripture
proving this.
11. What kind of message did Elisha bring to the nation Israel? Give a couple examples of how
the miracles he performed demonstrated the message with which he was sent.
12. Jehu is given what opportunity, what does he do instead, and to what does it lead?
13. Which of the two kingdoms in Israel falls under the Fifth Course of Judgment first and what
judgment is brought on them?
14. What Gentile king takes Judah captive and why does God call him His servant in Jeremiah
25?
15. The accounts in Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther record events surrounding what significant
event in Israel’s history?
16. What group of prophets with writings in the canon of scripture, prophesied before and during
the captivity and what group of prophets with writings in the canon of scripture prophesied
during the rebuilding of Jerusalem?
17. What books are included in the group of Old Testament books referred to as the wisdom
books, and what is the main theme of each?
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07 Matthew Part 1 (7 Tests)
Grace School of the Bible
Matthew Part 1 103-10
Matthew Part 1 Test #1 (27) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences for your answers – except for True or False questions.
1.
Identify the following items that match by drawing a line to connect the proper items in
each column:
“Behold thy King”
John
“Behold the Man”
“The Branch of the Lord”
“My servant the branch”
Matthew
“Behold your God”
David’s Branch
Luke
“Behold my servant”
Mark
“The man whose name is the Branch”
2.
What are the three “crisis points” in the book of Matthew?
3.
Matthew 1:1 speaks of “the book of the generation of Jesus Christ.” What similar book
is found in the Old Testament? Explain the importance of these two lineages.
4.
Why was Christ called “the son of David” and “the son of Abraham”?
5.
Outline the book of Matthew around the information given in Genesis 1:1.
6.
Why are names in the New Testament often spelled differently from their Old Testament
occurrences?
7.
Name the five women in Christ’s genealogy?
8.
What is the significance of the presence of Gentiles in Christ’s genealogy?
9.
Matthew traces Christ’s genealogy through which of David’s sons? Why?
10.
How does the presence of Jechonias demand and ensure the Virgin Birth?
11.
How does Genesis 1:16’s use of the term “born” protect the Virgin Birth?
12.
Matthew 1:21 is a good salvation verse to use today. True or False.
13.
Explain the significance of the names “Jesus” and “Emmanuel.”
14.
Did Mary have other children after the Lord Jesus? Prove your answer from Scripture.
15.
What overall view does Matthew 2 give concerning the way in which Christ was received
by Israel?
16.
What is the doctrinal significance of the gifts brought by the Wise Men?
17.
Explain the star the Wise Men saw and its activities in bringing them to where Christ
was.
18.
What is the significance of Christ’s residency in Nazareth and His being called a
Nazarene?
19.
From where did John the Baptist receive his commission and message?
20.
Beginning with the ministry of John a new and significant era dawned for Israel. Explain
what new opportunity was available to her.
21.
What is the Kingdom of Heaven?
22.
How was it that the Kingdom of Heaven could be said to be “at hand”?
23.
What is the significance of John’s ministry being conducted “in the wilderness”?
24.
What was the basic purpose underlying the baptism of John?
25.
Who was the “little flock”? By what other names does the Scripture identify them?
26.
What is the baptism with the Holy Ghost and with Fire?
27.
Please explain why Jesus was baptized by John. What light does John 10:1-6 add to the
significance of Christ’s baptism?
28.
After His baptism Jesus was anointed by the Father with the Holy Spirit. Thus He
“officially” became the Christ. What three offices was He thus inaugurated into?
29.
What is meant by the Father’s declaration in Matthew 3:17?
30.
Use Matthew 3:15-17 to demonstrate the doctrine of the Trinity.
Bonus: Explain the meaning of John’s statement in John 1:29.
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Matthew Part 1 201-08
Matthew Part 1 Test #2 (28) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, please answer the following questions. Remember
to use complete sentences when appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up
references.
1.
What are the three “points” of temptation listed in I John 2:15-17?
2.
How does Genesis 3:6 match these three “points”?
3.
Explain how the temptations of Christ match these three “points.”
4.
Every temptation presented to Chrsit involved phenomina that Scripture commands Him
to perform at His second coming. True or False?
5.
What were the first words of Christ’s ministry after His baptism?
6.
What is the significance of Chrsit’s quotation for Deut. 8:3?
7.
What does the Devil’s quotation of Psa. 91:11,12 demonstrate about his attitude toward
and handling of the Scripture?
8.
To whom do the Kingdoms of this world presently belong? Explain.
9.
What is the significance of the fact that in response to each temptation Christ quotes from
the same book of the Bible?
10.
What important division in Christ’s ministry begins in 4:12 with John’s imprisonment?
11.
Why does Christ go into Galilee to gather His “Little Flock”?
12.
Explain the reasoning behind the description “the foolish nation” (Rom 10:19).
13.
Who are “the Little Flock” and for what purpose are they formed?
14.
What is “the gospel of the Kingdom”?
15.
What is the Kingdom of Heaven?
16.
Why did the disciples abandon their nets to follow Jesus (4:20-22)?
17.
Why did Christ heal “all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people”
in connection with His preaching ministry?
18.
What is the main theme of the Sermon on the Mount?
19.
Demonstrate that the Sermon on the Mount is not doctrine for today.
20.
What special aspect of Kingdom living is explained in the Beatitudes?
21.
If the Kingdom of Heaven is to be established on the earth, explain the promise: “for
great is your reward in heaven.”
22.
Explain hwat Christ means by His statement: “Think not that I am come to destroy the
law, or the prohphets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfill” (5:17).
23.
The intensification of the standards of the Law to the standards of the motives of the heart
represents the advanced standards of the New Covenant True or False?
24.
What is the proper application of the so-called Lord’s Prayer?
25.
Please explain how the disciples could seek forgiveness of sins on the basis of works –
i.e., on the basis of their forgiveness of others.
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Grace School of the Bible
Matthew Part 1 201-12
Matthew Part 1 Test #3 (29) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, answer the following questions in complete
sentences. You may use an unmarked Bible to read the passages and look up references.
1.
What is the doctrinal application of the Sermon on the Mount?
2.
Why is the issue of money and riches of special importance for Christ’s hearers in 6:1923?
3.
Why did Christ say “take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat…drink…put on”?
Explain the apparent contradiction with Prov. 6:6-8 and II Thess. 3:10.
4.
Explain how Matt. 6:33 relates doctrinally to the Kingdom program.
5.
What is meant by Christ’s often quoted statement, “Judge not lest ye be judged” (7:1)?
6.
Who are the dogs and swine in 7:6? Give proof text.
7.
Who are the pearls in 7:6?
8.
What is the proper application of 7:7-12?
9.
What is the “straight gate” and to where does it lead?
10.
What is the “broad way” and to where does it lead?
11.
How are false Prophets to be detected and identified?
12.
The “wonderful works” of 7:22 are counterfeit. How is this possible?
13.
What does Christ mean by the statement, “I never knew you”? How is this possible if
God knows all things?
14.
From the story of the two foundations in 7:24-27, identify the significance of the
following:
a. the house
b. the saved
c. the rock
d. the storm
15.
What is the dispensational significance of the miracles recorded in Matt. 8-9?
16.
The four miracles of 8:1-16 present what four-fold view of:
a. Jesus Christ
b. Israel
c. Sin
17.
How does the fact that Christ healed the leper by His touch prove His deity?
18.
Explain the dispensational significance of the healing of the Centurion’s servant.
19.
How does 8:14 demonstrate that Peter would make a bad “pope” according to Roman
Catholic standards?
20.
Matt. 8:17 demonstrates that healing is not “in the atonement” because it clearly says Isa.
53:4 was fulfilled prior to and distinct from the cross work. True or False?
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Matthew Part 1 201-18
Matthew Part 1 Test #4 (30) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, answer the following questions using complete
sentences. You may use and unmarked Bible to read the passages and look up references.
1.
Explain the “representative nature” of the miracles in Matt. 8-9. How does this help us
understand a comparison of Matt. 809 with accounts in Mark and Luke?
2.
Matt. 8:20 is the first N.T. reference to the Son of Man, what is the last? Explain the
connection.
3.
To “follow” Christ required what basic determination on the part of the disciple?
4.
For those who followed Him, what great truth did the calming of the sea demonstrate?
5.
How does 8:26-27 demonstrate the deity of Christ?
6.
Matt. 8:28 and Mark 5:1 seem to contradict. What is the explanation?
7.
Why does Matt. speak of “two men” in 8:28, while Mark focuses on just the one?
8.
What is the underlying dispensational truth being demonstrated by the miracle of Matt.
8:28-34?
9.
From 8:29 what do we learn about those who address the Lord by His personal name
“Jesus”?
10.
How does 9:2 contradict the claims of modern “faith healers”?
11.
Why is the order of 1) forgiveness and then 2) healing so important in 9:4-7?
12.
Who was Matthew and why is his call placed at this point in his account?
13.
What is the meaning of 9:10-13? Who were the righteous? the sinners?
14.
What should the Pharisees have learned from Hosea 6:6?
15.
Who are the children of the bridechamber (9:15)?
16.
What important dispensational event is referred to in 9:1q6-17?
17.
What is the significance of Christ’s delay in healing Jarius’ daughter? Who does the
women with an issue of blood represent?
18.
How do the next two miracles (9:27-33) fit into the dispensational purpose of Matthew’s
account?
19.
What is the significance of “thou Son of David” in 9:27? Why is this title not so honored
in 15:22-23?
20.
From among whom were the 12 apostles selected?
21.
What is the definition of the term “apostle”?
22.
Why did Christ choose twelve apostles, rather than, say, seventy?
23.
What special powers were given to the twelve to sanction their authority?
24.
The 1st commission to the apostles restricted their ministry from going to the Gentiles.
Explain this restriction in light of John 3:16-17, 4:42, etc.
25.
In light of Matt. 10:23, John 4, etc. explain the exclusion of the Samaritans. Why are
they included in Acts 1:8?
26.
What special message were the apostles to proclaim as they went under this commission?
27.
Why were they not to lay up provision on earth for the future (10:9-10)?
28.
How does 10:15 establish the fact of degrees of punishment for the lost?
29.
To what point in time does 10:16-42 especially look?
30.
When was 10:20 fulfilled?
31.
What is “the end” of 10:22? Why would Christ give such instructions to His apostles at
His first coming?
32.
Explain how 10:23 locates the time of their going “unto the uttermost part of the world”
in Acts 1:8.
33.
How does 10:28 demonstrate that the body and soul are not the same and that the soul
does not cease to exist after the death of the body?
34.
Matt. 10:23-33 are excellent salutation verses for today and should be used at invitation
time. True or False?
35.
Matt. 10:40-42 demonstrate that kingdom saints are identified with Christ as His
representatives. True or False?
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Grace School of the Bible
Matthew Part 1 202-07
Matthew Part 1 Test #5 (31) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, answer the following questions in complete
sentences. You may use an unmarked Bible to read the passages and look up references.
1.
Why did Christ not release John from jail?
2.
What were the works of Christ to verify for John?
3.
John’s imprisonment compares to the testing the faithful remnant will face during the
tribulation period. T or F?
4.
How is it that the least of those in the kingdom will be greater than John?
5.
What is the dispensational importance of the ministry of John? (cf. Luke 16:16)
6.
Who are “the violent” in 11:12?
7.
Explain the meaning of 11:14 in relation to the coming of John and Elijah.
8.
How does 11:20-24 demonstrate the fallacy of the doctrine that only the elect can repent?
9.
What is the meaning of the invitation in Matt. 11:28-30?
10.
In Matt. 12 the full manifestation of the enmity against Christ is demonstrated. T or F?
11.
In Matt. 12:1-5 Christ cites scripture to contradict the popular traditions of His day. T or
F?
12.
What is the meaning of Christ’s statement, “In this place is one greater than the temple”
(12:6)?
13.
Matt. 12:14 is the first time Christ’s enemies come together to destroy Him. What is the
reason for His reaction in verse 15,16 and how does this fulfill Isaiah 42.1-4 (Matt 12:1721)?
14.
What is the real issue in the casting out of devils by Christ (12:22-30)?
15.
What is the unpardonable sin and when (if ever) was it committed?
16.
The “sign of Jonah” refers to what?
17.
How does Matt 12:40 demonstrate that Christ did not die on a Friday?
18.
What is the meaning of Christ’s statement:
a. “a greater than Jonas is here” (12:41)
b. “a greater than Solomon is here” (12:42)
19.
In Matt 12:46-50 Christ publicly breaks the ties that naturally existed between Himself
and His people after the flesh. Is this “the fall of Israel”? Prove your answer.
20.
What is the significance of Christ’s going “out of the house” in Matt. 13
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Matthew Part 1 202-13
Matthew Part 1 Test #6 (32) Questions
Answer the following questions by listing the correct letter on a separate sheet of properly
headed paper.
1.
“Instead of a ‘mystery form’ of the Kingdom of Heaven now on earth, let it be
recognized that there is a present suspension of the Kingdom of Heaven. But at the end
of the present age these kingdom parables will take up again from where they were
interrupted by the present suspension and will have their final fulfillment.” T or F?
2.
Christ began to speak in parables in order to:
a. illustrate spiritual truth by common life parallels.
b. conceal truth from some of His hearers.
c. simplify difficult to understand concepts.
3.
Matt. 13:9-13 indicates the reason some did not understand the parables was that they:
a. did not have enough education and exposure to the world.
b. were not given the opportunity to understand.
c. were willfully ignorant and did not want to hear and understand.
4.
The parables of Matt. 13 should be associated with:
a. divine judgment.
b. teaching truth so the simple can grasp it.
c. a radical change taking place in God’s program at the time.
5.
The “mystery parables of the kingdom” focus on the:
a. present suspension of the kingdom of heaven and the resultant dispensation of grace.
b. events which were to follow the rejection of Christ and give the details about the
establishment of the kingdom.
c. the deeper spiritual nature of the ministry and mission of Christ.
6.
In interpreting the parables:
a. details are important and each is to be interpreted. T or F?
b. some details have several meanings. T or F?
c. We must be careful to distinguish those that identify the kingdom and those that do
not. T or F?
7.
The apparent comparison between the mystery parables of Matt 13 and the mystery of the
churches in Rev. 1-3 is explained by understanding that:
a. there is in fact no association at all.
b. Rev. 2 & 3 are an enlargement of Matt. 13.
8.
Christ interprets two parables:
a. to give a basis of understanding all the other parables.
b. to be sure His hearers did not miss their points.
c. because otherwise no one would ever have known for sure what they meant.
9.
The “seed” sown by the Sower is:
a. the word of the kingdom.
b. the gospel of grace.
c. the call to all the world to repent.
10.
The parable of the Sower sets forth:
a. the gathering of the little flock.
b. the many unbelievers in the world.
c. how hard it is to get people to receive Christ as Saviour.
11.
The Wheat and Tares represent:
a. that there are both saved and lost in every church.
b. the ministry of the little flock until the return of Christ.
c. the fact that while Christian workers sleep, the adversary seeks to destroy the church
with a mixed multitude.
12.
The parables of the Mustard Seed and the Leaven represent:
a. the inward working of the kingdom of heaven in the world.
b. the outward working of the kingdom of heaven in the world.
c. the spread of the gospel ministry from its little beginnings until it compasses the
whole earth.
13.
The Treasure hid in the field speaks of:
a. the nation Israel.
b. the Little Flock.
c. the Body of Christ.
14.
The pearl of great price represents:
a. the Body of Christ.
b. the nation Israel.
c. the Little Flock
15.
The governing thought in this section of Matthew (i.e., 13:1-ff) is:
a. the rejection of Christ by Israel.
b. the urgency of Israel’s recognition of their Messiah.
c. the compassion of Christ for His people.
16.
Mary, the mother of Jesus,
a. had no other children but Christ.
b. had four other children.
c. had at least six other children.
17.
The murder of John the Baptist was a telling sign of:
a. Israel’s blinded spiritual condition.
b. Herod’s uncaring attitude toward the people he governed.
c. John’s carelessness in attacking the ruler of Israel.
18.
By feeding the 5,000 plus people, Christ showed:
a. His disciples that they should have come to Him first.
b. He was the one who could feed Israel’s poor.
c. They didn’t need to carry food and provisions with them on their journeys.
19.
Following His departure into a “desert place,” Christ healed those who came to Him to
demonstrate:
a. He still was greater than Herod.
b. He was still the supplier of their needs.
c. He was through with the nation Israel and would give their blessings to others.
20.
According to 13:52, a real scribe is one who:
a. is a dispensationalist, putting old and new together in one unified whole.
b. write down the new things Christ said to them beside the old things.
c. speaks both the Mosaic Law and the kingdom program to his hearers.
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Matthew Part 1 202-18
Matthew Part 1 Test #7 (33) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper, answer the following questions, using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
The scene of the disciples on the storm-tossed sea is a picture of what future events?
2.
Christ walking on the water was a tremendous and clear demonstration of: (a) His Deity;
(b) His concern for the disciples; (c) His victorious human nature? (Choose One)
3.
What is the significance of Christ coming during the fourth watch of the night?
4.
What are the four watches into which the night was divided?
5.
Draw a diagram and explain the prophetic connections associated with Christ coming
during the fourth watch.
6.
Peter’s walking and sinking on the water was a demonstration of what great truth?
7.
The Gennesaret miracles followed naturally to demonstrate what truth?
8.
What is the danger of teaching religious tradition?
9.
The reason Israel failed to recognize her Messiah was a heart problem. T or F?
10.
Where do the things that defile a person come from?
11.
Matt. 15:16-20 is a classic definition of human depravity. T or F?
12.
In the encounter with the woman of Canaan, Christ demonstrates God’s faithfulness to
His promises. T or F?
13.
In Matt. 15:24, Christ identifies and sums up His ministry. Please explain.
14.
Why must “the children first be fed” (Mark 7:21)?
15.
Explain how this Gentile woman was able to press her case in such a way that Christ
answers her request.
16.
What is the meaning of Christ’s statement in Matt 15:28: “Great is thy faith”?
17.
Matt. 15 concludes with a series of miracles (vs. 29-39) would set forth what
dispensational point?
18.
What is the significance of the seven basketsful remaining after the feeding of the
multitude?
19.
Leaven is a type of what?
20.
What is the leaven of the Pharisees? Sadducees? Herodians?
21.
How does Peter identify Christ and what is the significance of his statement?
22.
What church is Christ to build in 16:19?
23.
Identify the “rock” upon which it is built.
24.
What is the significance of the keys of the Kingdom of heaven being given to Peter?
25.
Why does Christ charge the disciples to tell no one that He is the Christ?
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08 Matthew Part 2 (5 Tests)
Grace School of the Bible
Matthew Part 2 203-11
Matthew Part 2 Test #1 (34) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use and unmarked Bible to answer the following
questions on a separate sheet of properly headed paper.
1.
What is the importance of “from that time forth” and “began” in 16:21?
2.
How does 16:22 prove that Peter and the Twelve were not preaching the gospel of grace?
3.
Matt. 16:24 –26 explains how the cross fits into the Kingdom program. Identify the
meaning they were to attribute to it.
4.
Why was the promise of 16:27 & 28 not fulfilled?
5.
The transfiguration of Christ was a sample of the coming Kingdom glory and was given
to confirm the fait ho f the disciples. T or F?
6.
Why were they not to tell anyone of the transfiguration of Christ until after the
resurrection?
7.
Explain 17:10-13’s reference to the second coming of Elijah.
8.
Why could the disciples not cast out the devil from the boy? Explain their “unbelief” and
the reference to “prayer and fasting.”
9.
The events of 17:24-27 demonstrate that the disciples were not citizens of an earthly
Kingdom. T or F?
10.
How are offences to be handled by the little flock (17:23-35)?
11.
“Two agreeing together” is a reference to what?
12.
Explain the dispensational interpretation of the parable of 18:23-35.
13.
Explain the dispensational teaching and significance of divorce regulations before the
Law, under the Law and in the Kingdom program.
14.
Why did Christ tell the young man he must sell his possessions in order to inherit eternal
life?
15.
What does eternal life consist of under the Kingdom program?
16.
Outline the governmental structure of the Kingdom.
17.
To which does Matt. 20:16 refer: salvation or service?
18.
The sense of the parable of the laborers (20:1-16) is that although the little flock came on
the scene late, they will replace the leaders of Israel. T or F?
19.
To what does the baptism of 20:22 refer?
20.
Who will be the truly “great one” in Christ’s Kingdom?
21.
Explain the difference between Matt. 20:28 and I Tim. 2:6.
22.
Christ’s entry into Jerusalem (21:1-11) was to present Himself to Israel in what capacity?
23.
Why did Christ again cleanse the Temple and perform miracles there?
24.
The cursing of the fig tree demonstrates: (a) Christ’s anger at being deceived; (b) God’s
judgment on Israel’s spiritual barrenness; (c) The right of the Creator to do with His
creation as He pleases. (Choose one)
25.
Explain the application of the prayer promise in 21:22
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Grace School of the Bible
Matthew Part 2 301-07
Matthew Part 2 Test #2 (35) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use and unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
Who are the servants who invite guests to the wedding in 22:1-10?
2.
Identify the interpretation of the three calls in this parable.
3.
Matt. 22:7 is often said to refer to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 A.D. Do you agree?
Why?
4.
Who is the guest without a garment?
5.
Explain the ramifications of Christ’s statement, “render unto Caesar the things that are
Caesar’s and unto God the things that are God’s.”
6.
Angels are generally said to be sexless because of 22:30. Do you agree? Prove your
answer by Scripture.
7.
Explain how Matt. 22:31 is a great verse to demonstrate the inspiration and preservation
of Scripture.
8.
What are the two great commandments in the law and how is it that all the law finds its
basis in them?
9.
When His enemies asked Him questions, Christ answered them all. What happened
when He asked them questions?
10.
How could Daniel call Christ Lord when Christ is his son (22:41-45)?
11.
In light of 22:46, explain the contrast between Rom. 3:4 and Psalm 51:4.
12.
In Matt. 23 we learn that the Lord often remained silent when religious leaders opposed
the truth. T or F?
13.
In Matt. 23:1-3 Christ clearly instructs the disciples to keep the Mosaic Law. T or F?
14.
What is the significance of the prohibition in 23:9?
15.
Identify “this generation: referred to in 23:36.
16.
Explain Christ’s canonical statement in 23:35.
17.
How does 23:37 effect Hyper-Calvinism?
18.
Christ’s statement in 23:38 indicates that God Himself would never forsake Israel even
though Christ was being rejected. T or F?
19.
What is meant by the term “the end of the world” in 24:3?
20.
How does Matt. 24 compare with Rev. 6?
21.
Explain Matt. 24:13.
22.
The reason for the persecution of 24:9-12 is found in 24:14. T or F?
23.
Matt. 24:15 is generally used to teach that preaching the gospel to all the world will result
in the return of Christ. Demonstrate the fallacy of this position.
24.
At what point in the tribulation does Matt. 24:15 take place?
25.
Explain what is meant by the “shortening of the days” in 24:22.
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Grace School of the Bible
Matthew Part 2 301-13
Matthew Part 2 Test #3 (36) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use and unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
Why does Christ say His return will be like lightning in 24:27?
2.
To what is 24:28 a reference?
3.
By comparing 24:27-31 with I Thess. 4:16-17, demonstrate they are not referring to the
same coming.
4.
What is the sign of the Son of Man?
5.
Explain the two positions Christ is seen in Mark 16:42.
6.
What is the trumpet of 24:31?
7.
Who are the elect in 24:31?
8.
Identify the four Bible trees associated with Israel and the significance of each.
9.
What is the basic mistake made by date setters when using 24:32-34’s parable?
10.
Explain the parable of 24:32-35.
11.
Why does Mark 13:32 say that even the Son doesn’t know the time and His coming while
Matt. omits this?
12.
Until Acts 7 the Second Coming is in view in all that is done and taught. T or F?
13.
The Flood is a type of what coming prophetic event?
14.
Matt. 24:40-41 is generally said to refer to the Rapture. Explain how this cannot be true
and what it does in fact refer to.
15.
What is the basic fault of the servant of 24:45-51?
16.
The parable of the Ten Virgins is designed to teach what basic truth?
17.
Who are the virgins?
18.
The oil is usually understood to be a type of the Holy Spirit. Do you agree? Prove your
answer.
19.
What is the point of the parable in 25:14-30?
20.
Demonstrate that the Matt. 2:31-46 judgment is not the same as the Rev. 20:11-15
judgment.
21.
“The Throne of Glory” is Christ’s millennial throne. T or F?
22.
What is the significance of the titles “ye blessed” in 25:34 and “ye cursed” in 25:41?
23.
Matt. 25:34 demonstrates that the Kingdom has been the issue with God from the time
God placed man on the earth. T or F?
24.
How long is “everlasting” in 25:46? Prove this by Scripture.
25.
What is the basis upon which the nations will gain entrance into the Kingdom?
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Matthew Part 2 301-18
Matthew Part 2 Test #4 (37) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use and unmarked Bible to look up references.
1. The closer we draw to the cross the more vividly we see human nature. T or F?
2. How does the deity of Christ shine through even in the hour of His humiliation? Give at
least three examples.
3. Who is it that took the major part in the murder of Christ?
4. Why was a special memorial established for Mary?
5. What is the significance of the apostles’ question, “Is it I?” (26:22)
6. Christ made five attempts to win Judas from his betrayal demonstrating that the
responsibility lay with Judas alone. T or F?
7. Was the Lord’s Supper introduced as part of the Passover meal or after it? Prove your
answer.
8. Explain the meaning of “this is” in “this is my body” (26:26) and “this is my blood”
(26:28).
9. Define the following positions on the Lord’s Supper:
a. Transubstantiation –
b. Consubstantiation –
c. Plymouth Brethren –
d. Quaker/Salvation Army –
e. Pauline –
10. Who are the “many” for who Christ’s blood is to be shed in 26:28? How does this fit
today?
11. The blood of Christ is the foundation for both the prophecy and the mystery programs.
a. T or F?
12. The blood of the New Covenant is the blood that ratifies the New Covenant. T or F?
13. By Scripture demonstrate what was in the cup.
14. Why does Christ promise to meet them in Galilee after the resurrection (26:32)?
15. What does “the cup” of 26:39,42 represent?
16. Explain the progression in thinking through Christ’s three prayers in 26:39,42,44 and
identify the one basic unchanging issue.
17. What caused Peter to forsake Christ?
18. Why were they unable to get witnesses to convict Christ?
19. What is the significance of the High Priest’s rending his clothes?
20. What caused Peter’s repentance?
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Grace School of the Bible
Matthew Part 2 302-08
Matthew Part 2 Test #5 (38) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1. Why did the elders have to meet again in the morning after the night time trial?
2. Judas’ repentance was not simply the repentance of despair, but genuine godly sorrow,
the depths of which was demonstrated by his suicide. T or F?
3. Reconcile the accounts of Judas’ death and the use of the bribe money in Matthew 27:58 and Acts 1:18-19.
4. Matthew 27: 9-10 says the quote is from Jeremiah yet it is found in Zechariah 11:13.
Explain this apparent contradiction.
5. Barabbas represented the expression of the spirit of this world and thus was loved and
accepted by Israel. T or F?
6. Matthew 27:22 is life’s greatest question. T or F?
7. What is the significance of Pilate washing his hands?
8. Where is the word “Calvary” found in the Bible?
9. What is symbolized by the crown of thorns?
10. Why was Christ crucified between the thieves?
11. Explain what was happening when Christ made the cry of 27:46.
12. Why did He cry “I thirst” (John 19:28-29)?
13. Identify the corresponding elements in the following list by drawing a line between the
matching ones:
Matthew
Sin offering
Psalm 69
Mark
Burnt offering
Psalm 40
Luke
Peace offering
Psalm 118
John
Trespass offering
Psalm 22
14. Why was the veil in the temple rent and by whom?
15. How did the elders of Israel try to explain the empty tomb?
16. The resurrection of Jesus Christ was different from all those who had been previously
raised. Demonstrate the validity of this statement and describe His resurrection body.
17. The post-resurrection commission was given in five parts because each has a particular
area of application. Explain where each fits.
18. Teaching “all nations” includes even the nation Israel. T or F?
19. Matthew 28:19
presents a Gentile baptism. Why is this not for us today?
20. Matthew 28:20’s instructions to teach to “observe all things whatsoever I have
commanded you.” In light of Matthew 5:19 and 23:1-3 how does this relate to us today?
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09 Manuscript Evidence (8 Tests)
Grace School of the Bible
MSS Evidence 101-07
MSS Evidence Test #1 (39) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1. According to II Tim. 2:2, what is the measure of a successful ministry?
2. What passage outlines Paul’s pattern for the edification of the believer?
3. What two issues are involved in the first step?
4. How would you describe what Paul means by the second step?
5. Since all of God’s word is for us, therefore it logically follows that it is all about us. T or F
6. How is Paul’s pattern for the believer’s edification reflected in the canonical order of his epistles?
How can II Tim. 3:16 be used to show this spiritual arrangement?
7. “Manuscript Evidence” is a study of both the origin and transmission of the written word of God.
T or F
8. Gen. 3:1-6 records five classic attacks on the Word of God. List three.
9. What is Satan’s policy of evil against God’s word designed to destroy?
10. Give five illustrations (with support verses) that demonstrate the close connection between the
written and living word of God.
11. What is the meaning of the term “revelation”?
12. Revelation
_____________ (fill in blank)
13. _________________
Preservation (fill in blank)
14. Define what the Bible means by “inspiration.”
15. There are many theories of inspiration – which one is correct?
Is this view totally adequate? Why?
16. What is the basic issue in inspiration?
Write out the text that states this basic issue.
17. What is God’s design and purpose in inspiration?
Give three passages to illustrate this design.
18. How did the NT writers view the other NT writers?
Give two proof texts.
19. How did Jesus Christ view the Scripture?
Give three proof texts.
20. If the Bible is inspired, how do you explain the presence of statements that are untrue?
For example, Satan’s statement to Eve: “thou shalt not surely die.”
21. Did each Bible writer have a personal understanding of what he wrote?
Scripture please?
22. Inspiration does away with all personal research done by the writer.
T or F. Proof text please.
23. Inspiration does not deny the use of extra Biblical sources
T or F. Proof text please.
24. Because the Bible is inspired, there is perfect uniformity and agreement in all the details given in
describing the same event.
T or F.
25. The doctrine of inspiration alone does not assure us that God included in the Bible all the necessary
things He wanted us to know and excluded everything else.
T or F.
Please write the following verses:
Romans 10:17
Romans 16:25
Romans 16:26
Corinthians 2:13
John 12:48
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Grace School of the Bible
MSS Evidence 101-12
MSS Evidence Test #2 (40) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
The doctrine of plenary, verbal inspiration assures us that God included in the Bible all the
necessary things He wants us to know and excluded everything else. True or False?
2.
Cite and explain two passages that teach that the process of revelation and inspiration has been
completed.
3.
Demonstrate from Scripture that the O.T. canon was already fixed at the time of Christ.
4.
Explain the make-up of the Jewish Bible as cited by Christ in Luke 24:44.
5.
What was the position of the Apocrypha in the Jewish Bible?
6.
What basic threat does the Charismatic Movement pose to the written word of God?
7.
Explain how I Corinthians 13:8-12 teaches that revelation has ceased.
8.
List three reasons for God giving us His word in written form.
9.
How does II Timothy 3:15, 16 teach that inspiration and preservation go hand in hand?
10.
Demonstrate from Scripture that God has promised to preserve His word through time and
history.
11.
What was Jesus Christ’s attitude toward the Word of God?
12.
What is “textual criticism”?
13.
The “original MSS” have always been the main issue with God in locating and identifying His
Word.
True or False? Give scriptural illustration for your answer.
14.
By what process has God designed to preserve His word?
15.
Demonstrate that process from Scripture. Cite at least six passages.
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Grace School of the Bible
MSS Evidence 101-17
MSS Evidence Test #3 (41) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.)
The four popularly held views of the Bible have one basic and underlying assumption in
common. Identify this common idea and the proper “Bible believer’s viewpoint” on this
issue.
2.)
Explain how II Timothy 3:15-16 teaches both inspiration and preservation of the
Scriptures.
3.)
God has promised to preserve His word. Demonstrate this promise from Scripture.
4.)
God has established a process to preserve His Word through time.
demonstrate this Divine design from Scripture.
5.)
In the Old Testament, what group of people are specifically raised up to execute the
Divine design in preservation? Give adequate Scripture references.
6.)
Demonstrate from Scripture when and how the New Testament was made available to
believers in the Church at large (i.e., how the New Testament canon was formed and
authenticated).
7.)
How has the process of preservation been continued since the completion of the
Scriptures?
8.)
Write from memory I Peter 1:23-25.
9.)
Write from memory Matthew 5:18.
10.)
Write from memory II Timothy 1:13.
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Grace School of the Bible
MSS Evidence 102-06
MSS Evidence Test #4 (42) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
What is meant by the term “Manuscript Evidence”?
2.
Since there are no later Scriptures by which to verify the New Testament canon, by what
procedure are we to identify the New Testament text?
3.
What is Satan’s policy of evil against the Word of God (as stated in I Cor. 2:17, etc.)?
4.
List five verses you would use to demonstrate that there is a difference in Bible lines.
5.
List seven verses you would use to show that this difference is serious.
6.
What is meant by Uncial MS?
7.
What is a Cursive MS?
8.
Who proved that the New Testament was written in Koine Greek?
9.
Which type MS makes up the vast majority of extant New Testament MSS: cursive or
uncial?
10.
What are three leading representatives of Uncial MSS?
11.
By what letter title are each of theses MS identified?
12.
What is vellum?
13.
What is papyrus?
14.
Are any Bibles available today in papyrus?
15.
Which version did Jerome translate: the Latin Vulgate or the Old Latin?
16.
What ancient version originated in Asia Minor and Antioch?
17.
What version did the “little wolf” produce?
18.
Service books of the early Church which contain extracts from the New Testament are
called what?
19.
Who originated the “family” divisions for the MSS?
20.
What are the four families of MSS?
21.
Only three of these families are generally considered significant and each has a
characteristic reading. Identify this family reading characteristic for each.
22.
What is meant by Hesychian?
23.
What is the origin of the term Byzantine?
24.
What are Majuscule MSS?
25.
Draw a chart that represents the proper view of the development of the New Testament
text through history since its completion.
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Grace School of the Bible
MSS Evidence 102-13
MSS Evidence Test #5 (43) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions, remembering to
use complete sentences. An unmarked Bible may be used for references.
1.
Origen was the creator of the Hexapla. Describe the contents of this work.
2.
What was Origen’s purpose in creating the Hexapla?
3.
What is LXX?
4.
Although the LXX is said to have originated before the time of Christ, what is its more
likely origin?
5.
There are a number of different theories as to the transmission of the Bible text.
However, they can all be placed in two basic divisions or categories. Identify and define
these two basic approaches.
6.
What is the basic fallacy in “the supernatural preservation of Bible doctrines” approach to
the transmission of the Biblical texts?
7.
State your understanding of the proper view of the preservation of Biblical texts.
8.
Variations in existing MSS are generally divided into (1) unintentional and (2) intentional
variants. Give three reasons for unintentional variations.
9.
What is the explanation for the intentional changes?
10.
Most changes and damage to the text were done by what date?
11.
What had happened to make it almost impossible to introduce changes into the text after
this point?
12.
Were the early Christians careful to follow the divine design through copies? Can you
demonstrate this?
13.
What special advantage did the early church have in checking any questions about the
copies that were being distributed?
14.
As the traditional text emerged and became established, there was also a fringe abnormal
text being transmitted due to occasional local variations temporarily gaining recognition.
True or False?
15.
What revolutionary invention came on the scene in 1454? Who was the inventor?
16.
The TR period of the Majority Text basically began with the publishing of the first
printed Greek text. Give the date and editor of this text.
17.
Erasmus used only five MSS and therefore did not have access to the many variant
readings available today. True or False?
18.
Explain what is meant by the statement: “Erasmus was a Humanist.”
19.
Who was Robert Stephanus (Stephens)?
20.
Why is Beza’s fifth edition of his Greek text important?
21.
When was the term “textus receptus” used for the first time?
22.
The Protestant Reformers accepted and used the Bible of the Papacy. True or False?
23.
After the establishment of the TR in printed form, Rome reacted with three important
steps designed to destroy the TR and the many translations being made of it. What are
these three measures?
24.
What type was used by Luther, Tyndale, and the Waldenses in their translating and
evangelistic work?
25.
What text type is represented by Jerome’s Latin Vulgate?
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Grace School of the Bible
MSS Evidence 102-17
MSS Evidence Test #6 (44) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
Since there are no later Scriptures by which to verify the New Testament canon, by what
procedure are we to identify the New Testament text?
2.
What is Satan’s policy of evil against the Word of God as stated in II Corinthians 2:17?
3.
List five verses you would use to demonstrate that there is a difference in Bible lines.
4.
List seven verses you would use to show that this difference is serious.
5.
List three passages you would use to show that new translations make it very difficult to
teach dispensational truth.
6.
What is meant by Uncial MSS?
7.
What are three major uncial MSS and by what letter titles are each identified?
8.
Which type MS makes up the vast majority of extant New Testament MSS: cursive or
uncial?
9.
What is vellum?
10.
What is papyrus?
11.
What ancient version originated in Asia Minor and Antioch?
12.
Service books of the early church which contain extracts from the New Testament are
called what?
13.
Who originated the “family” divisions for the MSS? What are the four “families” of
MSS?
14.
What are Majuscule MSS?
15.
Who was Adamantius Origenes?
16.
Define the following schools of thought regarding the transmission of Bible text:
a. The supernatural preservation of Bible doctrines approach
b. The naturalistic approach
c. The supernatural preservation of the text in one inspired translation approach
d. The supernatural preservation of the text through the Bible believing, and preaching
believers approach
17.
State your understanding of the proper view of the preservation of the Biblical text.
18.
Variations in existing MSS are generally divided into (a) unintentional and (b) intentional
variants. Give three reasons for the unintentional variations.
19.
Most changes and damage to the text were done by the year 200 A.D. What had
happened by this point to make it almost impossible to introduce changes into the text
beyond this time?
20.
What special advantage did the early church have in checking any questions about the
copies that were being distributed?
21.
What revolutionary invention came on the scene in 1451? Who was the inventor?
22.
The TR period of the Majority Text basically began with the publishing of the first
printed Greek text. Give the date and editor of this text.
23.
If Erasmus used only 5 MSS, how could he possibly have had knowledge of the many
variant readings available today?
24.
Explain what is meant by the statement: “Erasmus was a Humanist.”
25.
When was the term “textus receptus” used for the first time?
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Grace School of the Bible
MSS Evidence 103-04
MSS Evidence Test #7 (45) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete sentences
where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
What is the only printed form in which the Majority Text has ever appeared?
2.
Has preservation been “miraculous” or “providential”?
3.
What variety of the TR is represented in the KJV Bible text?
4.
Give three reasons why God would allow even minor differences to exist in the TR.
5.
Give at least three (or five) reasons to prove the statement that age alone is not the
absolute or final standard for a reading or MS.
6.
Where does the logic of faith tell us to look for the proper text of the TR?
7.
Do the Dead Sea Scrolls offer any real proof for the LXX? If so, what is it?
8.
Give at least one example of the following differences between the TR and the Majority
Text:
a. verse additions in the TR not found in the MT
b. different verse order
c. spelling
d. word changes
9.
For maximum certainty, what must our faith be based upon?
10.
Choose any three of the following seven so-called “spurious passages” and demonstrate
their validity and/or reasonableness. Use the Seven Texts of Truth as much as possible:
Matthew 6:13b, Mark 16:9-20, John 5:3b-4, John 7:53-8:11, Romans 8:1b, I Timothy
3:16, I John 5:7.
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Grace School of the Bible
MSS Evidence 103-10
MSS Evidence Test #8 (46) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete sentences
where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
Genesis 3:1-6 records five classic attacks on the Word of God. List three.
2.
What is Satan’s policy of evil against God’s Word designed to destroy?
3.
Define what the Bible means by “inspiration.”
4.
Explain how II Timothy 3:15-16 teaches both inspiration and preservation of Scripture.
5.
How and when was the New Testament canon formed and authenticated?
6.
List five verses you would use to demonstrate that there is a serious difference between
Bible lines.
7.
Who created the Hexapla?
8.
What is the LXX?
9.
The TR period of the Majority Text basically began with the publishing of the first
printed Greek Text. Give the date and editor of this text.
10.
When was the term “textus receptus” used for the first time?
11.
Has the preservation of God’s Word been “miraculous” or “providential”?
12.
What variety of TR is represented by the KJB text?
13.
Why are translations valid and necessary?
14.
Which method of translating represents a “true translation”: Literal Equivalency or
Dynamic Equivalency?
15.
List the three component parts of the translating process.
16.
Identify the six English predecessors to the KJB.
17.
What early English translator had the greatest influence on these works?
18.
Who translated the first whole Bible in English and when?
19.
What was the Puritan’s Bible called? – It was also called the “breeches Bible.”
20.
List the translating companies involved in producing the KJB along with the portion each
originally worked on.
21.
What are the dates covered by the King James translating process?
22.
Give a brief description of the actual working of the translation project.
23.
The translators of the AV did not know many of the doctrines of the Word that we today
rejoice in. What then was the secret of their spiritual power and success?
24.
Describe and summarize changes that have been made in the KJB since 1611.
25.
How do you answer the charge: “The KJB is too difficult to read and understand today”?
26.
How do you respond to those who object to so-called “ecclesiastical language”
specifically “thee” and “thou”?
27.
What is the best way to handle genuine archaic words?
28.
What is the real and more basic question behind the objection that the KJV is a “poor
translation”?
29.
What should our attitude be toward those who disagree with us about the Bible version
issue? How closely can you be yoked together with them?
30.
Give in brief form a clear statement of faith that reflects your understanding of the
doctrine of the Bible (i.e., inspiration and preservation).
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3rd Year Course
10 Preparation & Delivery(5 Tests)
Grace School of the Bible
Preparation and Delivery 201-07
Preparation and Delivery Test #1 (47) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
Explain the difference between exegesis and exposition.
2.
What are the two key issues in real preaching?
3.
Explain what Paul means in I Thess. 2:8 when he says he was “willing to have imparted
unto you…our own souls.”
4.
Give three common causes for an unfulfilled ministry.
5.
The ability to teach and preach is a learned ability that the Holy Spirit will give you the
grace to develop. True or False?
6.
In the preaching situation, what is the key to forgetting yourself and thus to being
natural?
7.
What is the definition this course gives to “good preaching”?
8.
Preaching demands two basic skill areas: Research and Transmission. Explain what is
involved in these two areas.
9.
Preaching is the process the sermon is the product. True or False?
10.
Explain the importance of the “COLD-SOAP” chart in considering the preaching
situation.
11.
Preparation of a sermon is in two parts. Explain them.
12.
What should be the controlling factor in every sermon?
13.
What are the three possible general purposes for a sermon?
14.
Write out a sample purpose statement.
15.
Explain what is meant by “reserve power,” how it effects preaching and how it can be
developed.
16.
What are the sources of obscurity?
17.
What are the sources of ambiguity?
18.
The purpose in research is to have something to say. What is the one most important task
involved in research?
19.
Explain why the inductive approach is the most valuable and Scriptural approach to Bible
study and sermon research.
20.
What three applications can be made of Bible passages?
21.
Give some methods by which this (i.e., #21) can be done.
22.
You were given seven rules for reading a passage. List these rules.
23.
Explain how you should handle archaic or unfamiliar words in Bible passages.
24.
What is the proper use of the Greek/Hebrew text in preaching?
accomplished?
25.
We do not believe in censorship but suggest you become familiar with as many different
versions and commentaries as you can get your hands on. What rule, however, should be
followed in using this material?
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Grace School of the Bible
Preparation and Delivery 201-13
Preparation and Delivery Test #2 (48) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
What are the three basic components of sermon research?
2.
Identify and explain the six types of sermons we discussed.
3.
What are the five parts to a sermon outline?
4.
Which ones must be done first?
5.
What basic type of sermon does this course focus one?
6.
What are the three keys to effective outlining?
7.
Explain the process of gathering the material for the sermon body.
8.
Explain the process of getting a ruff sketch together.
9.
Explain the process of organizing and filling in the outline.
10.
Good preaching is the communication of sound doctrine from the rightly divided Word
through the preacher to the hearer in such a way that it changes them. True or False?
11.
Using your Bible, develop your own purpose statement and outline for a sermon based on
Eph. 2:8-10.
12.
Using your Bible, develop your own purpose statement and outline for a sermon based on
I Tim. 6:6-12.
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Grace School of the Bible
Preparation and Delivery 201-18
Preparation and Delivery Test #3 (49) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
What is the purpose of the Introduction?
2.
How will the way we enter the pulpit effect the audience’s reception of our message?
3.
Why is it important to have the first few sentences well prepared and fresh in our minds?
4.
List some of the sources for good introductions.
5.
What is the purpose of the Conclusion?
6.
What two things should the Conclusion do?
7.
Identify some of the forms a good conclusion can take.
8.
What is the purpose of the Title?
9.
What are the marks of a good Title?
10.
Describe the process through which you must go in “fingind the outline.”
11.
What is “the Jelling Factor” in preaching the sermon?
12.
Explain the preparation of the final pulpit notes.
13.
What do we mean by the expression “note free preaching”?
14.
What are the three steps that allow “note free” preaching?
15.
Good preaching is the powerful and effective delivering of the truth of God’s word
rightly divided to the hearts of men so as to transform them. True or False?
16.
A sermon’s effectiveness depends on what two thigns?
17.
Where does the effective delivery of a sermon always begin?
18.
What are the three basic communication networks?
19.
What elements help make an effective preaching style?
20.
What is the key to a good style?
21.
What is the goal in a good preaching style?
22.
The Jellying Factor is the result of _________________________________.
23.
What are the four phases in the mechanics of speaking and voice production?
24.
The first great concern in delivery is to be heard. True or False?
25.
Identify non-verbal gestures that can effect the delivery of a sermon.
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Grace School of the Bible
Preparation and Delivery 202-10
Preparation and Delivery Test #4 (50) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
The goal of good preaching “style” is ____________________________________.
2.
The key element in the delivery of the message is the “jelling factor.” Explain what is
meant bye the jelling factor and how it can be developed.
3.
Voice intonation enables you to both convey ideas and feelings and also to hold attention.
T or F?
4.
You should breathe from the chest rather than from the waist line. T or F?
5.
The first great concern in delivery is to be heard. T or F?
6.
Explain the importance of proper dress and grooming to the pulpit ministry.
7.
How can the way you approach the pulpit be important to the delivery of your message?
8.
What are some of the causes of bad pulpit manners?
9.
Good manners are an expression of good feelings and attitudes inside of you. T or F?
10.
Movement and gestures are of critical importance to presentation. The rule for their use
is that content is never to motivate movements and gestures. T or F?
11.
What are three important uses of gestures?
12.
What are the characteristics of good gestures?
13.
What is the key to making gestures spontaneous?
14.
What is the most effective non-verbal communication?
15.
How can we keep our preaching vital?
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Grace School of the Bible
Preparation and Delivery 202-17
Preparation and Delivery Test #5 (51) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
The secret of emphasis lies in contrast. T or F?
2.
What are the four means of accomplishing emphasis?
3.
What is projection and why is it so important in preaching?
4.
The key to effective projection is deep sincerity and strong conviction. T or F?
5.
Explain what is meant by “presence” and how it is produced.
6.
How should prayer fit into the delivery of the sermon?
7.
Successful preaching seldom requires an interested hearing. T or F?
8.
Quoting authorities is not a good way to create and maintain interest. T or F?
9.
What is a good illustration?
10.
Why are good illustrations vital to good preaching?
11.
What are the best sources of illustrations?
12.
Telling a story or illustration is a lost art in our day. How can you develop the ability to
be a great story teller?
13.
List the five rules you were given on how to put an illustration across.
14.
What things should the preacher pay special attention to notice while on the platform?
15.
What things should the preacher ignore while he is on the platform?
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11 Ephesians (6 Tests)
Grace School of the Bible
Ephesians 301-06
Ephesians Test #1 (52) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
The book of Ephesians presents: (a) the mind of Christ; (b) the Head of the Body; (c) the
Body of which Christ is the Head. Choose correct answer.
2.
Eph. is a sister epistle to: (a) Colossians (b) Philippians (c) Romans
3.
In Eph. we find the standard and norm of doctrine and practice for the dispensation of
grace. T or F?
4.
Give two proof texts that all of Paul’s epistles were circulated among the different
churches.
5.
How would you answer those who remove “at Ephesus” from 1:1?
6.
Give an outline of the book of Ephesians.
7.
Explain the title “the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
8.
What is meant by the term “spiritual blessings”?
9.
How would you answer those who say “places’ should be removed from the phrase
“heavenly places”?
10.
Explain the significance and meaning of being “in Christ.”
11.
In time past God promised His earthly people material blessings as a reward for their
obedience. Why has He given us spiritual blessings instead?
12.
Exactly what does Paul have in mind by the term “heavenly places”?
13.
Compare Eph. 1:3 and Heb. 3:1 and explain to what each has reference.
14.
There are four elections in the Bible. Explain each.
15.
What is the dispensational significance of the phrase “before the foundation of the
world”?
16.
Who are the elect of Eph. 1:4?
17.
Explain what is meant by predestination and to whom it refers.
18.
Define adoption and explain this important doctrine as it relates to the Body of Christ.
19.
There are three adoptions in the Bible. Explain each.
20.
To what is the will of God a reference in 1:5?
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Grace School of the Bible
Ephesians 301-12
Ephesians Test #2 (53) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
Explain what it means to be “accepted in the beloved.”
2.
How does Eph. 1:7 assume the reader has laid the Roman’s foundation?
3.
Define forgiveness and explain how daily sins are to be dealt with in the lives of
believers.
4.
Explain I John 1:9, “parental forgiveness” and the relation of each to the believer today.
5.
The revelation of the mystery of the Father’s will (1:9) gives the believer insight into His
ultimate purpose and genius. Explain this mystery.
6.
Identify the “all things” of 1:10 and explain how their being “gathered together in Christ”
does not teach universalism.
7.
To what is “the counsel of His own will” in 1:11 a reference?
8.
The phrase “after that ye believed, ye were sealed” in 1:13 teaches us that there is a time
gap between believing and being sealed. T or F?
9.
Identify the sealer, the sealed and the seal of 1:13.
10.
Explain the function of a seal and the doctrine it represents.
11.
How is it that the Holy Spirit is called the “earnest of our inheritance”?
12.
The prayer in Eph. 1:!5-23 is for empowerment; the prayer in 3:14-21 is for
enlightenment. T or F?
13.
What is “the hope of His calling”?
14.
What is “the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints”?
15.
What is “the exceeding greatness of His power”?
16.
Explain the governmental organization represented by the terms of 1:21.
17.
What headship is ascribed to Christ in 1:22 and how is it to ultimately be accomplished?
18.
What relation does Col. 1:16-20 have to Eph. 1:19-23? Explain.
19.
To be “dead in sins and trespasses” means the lost sinner is totally incapable of
responding to God. T or F?
20.
Identify and explain the five types of death found in Scripture.
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Grace School of the Bible
Ephesians 301-18
Ephesians Test #3 (54) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
Explain what is referred to as “the course of this world.”
2.
Who is “the prince of the power of the air”? To what is “the air” a reference?
3.
All unsaved people are demon possessed, which means that even their creative genius is
Satanically inspired. T or F?
4.
Just how does “the spirit” of Satan “now work in the children of disobedience”?
5.
How does 2:3 indicate that when we were lost we were driven by a desire-oriented life?
6.
In the title “children of wrath,” to what is wrath a reference?
7.
What does it mean to be “quickened together with Christ”?
8.
How is it that we have been “raised” together with Him?
9.
What does it mean to be “seated together in heavenly places” in Christ Jesus”?
10.
The future destiny of the Body of Christ is outlined in 2:7. T or F?
11.
In Eph. 2:8,9, what is “the gift of God”?
12.
What relationship do “good works” have to salvation?
13.
Eph. 2:1-10 details the Gentiles personal predicament; 2:11 – details their dispensational
position. T or F?
14.
What is the thrust of the word “called” in 2:11?
15.
Why were the Gentiles “without Christ” (2:12)?
16.
What is the basic characteristic of time past?
17.
Explain the dispensational change indicated in 2;13.
18.
Demonstrate that the “far off” of Eph. 2:13 is not the same as that of Acts 2:39.
19.
How was this “far off” status demonstrated in the earthly ministry of Christ?
20.
What is “the middle wall of partition”?
21.
The “oneness” of 2:13,14 is dispensational in nature and not a reference to the “oneness”
of the Body of Christ. T or F?
22.
What is the present status of the law and religious ordinances?
23.
Identify “the one new man” of 2:15.
24.
Explain the two-fold reconciliation set forth in 2:16.
25.
Eph. 2:16 explains when the reconciliation into the Body of Christ took place. T or F?
26.
How is Christ now preaching peace to both Jews and Gentiles?
27.
Explain the function of each member of the trinity in 2:18.
28.
Eph. 2:19-ff indicates that the separation of verse 12 has been removed today. T or F?
29.
How is it that the Body of Christ is a part of “the household of God”?
30.
What is built on the foundation of 2:20?
31.
To what is “the foundation of the apostles and prophets” a reference?
32.
Who are the apostles and prophets of 2:20?
33.
Why does Paul refer to himself as the prisoner of Jesus Christ rather than a prisoner for
Him?
34.
The dispensation of grace is the mystery. T or F?
35.
Define the term dispensation. Use scripture please.
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Grace School of the Bible
Ephesians 302-06
Ephesians Test #4 (55) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1. The use of the “as” in Ephesians 3:5 is said to indicate that the mystery had previously been
revealed to a lesser degree than now made known. Do you agree? Prove your answer.
2. Who are the apostles and prophets of 3:5?
3. How does the method by which the mystery was revealed to the apostles and prophets differ
from the manner it was revealed to Paul?
4. Exactly what is the mystery? Explain its contents.
5. Ephesians 1:9 speaks of the mystery of the Father’s will while 3:4 speaks of the mystery of
Christ. Explain the “two mysteries” and how they are related.
6. What is the “gift” of 3:7?
7. Why are the riches of Christ unsearchable (3:8)?
8. What is “the fellowship of the mystery” (3:9)?
9. The new Bibles and Greek texts use “dispensation” instead of “fellowship” in 3:9. Do you
agree?
10. How does the body of Christ impact the heavenly places “now”?
11. What special issue is the dispensation of grace and the body of Christ intended to display and
how does it impact on God’s “eternal purpose” (3:11)?
12. Compare the prayers of chapter 1 and 3.
13. What are the mechanics of the Spirit’s strengthening the believer’s “inner man” (3:16)
14. What does it mean to have Christ “dwell in your heart” (3:17)?
15. What do the four dimensions of 3:18 measure? Explain each measurement.
16. Explain the prayer promises of 3:20,21.
17. Where is the power of God put on display in the dispensation of grace?
18. Why does Paul “beseech” rather than command in 4:1?
19. What is the vocation to which we have been called (4:1)?
20. What is the objective of our Sonship (4:1-3)?
21. What is the “unity of the Spirit” (4:3)?
22. How is it possible to “keep” this unity?
23. What is the “one hope”?
24. What is the “one baptism”?
25. The worthy walk of Ephesians 4:4-6 is the practical application of the purpose of the body of
Christ in the life of the local church. True or False?
Grace School of the Bible
Ephesians 302-13
Ephesians Test #5 (56) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete sentences
where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
What is the “measure of the gift of Christ” (4:7)?
2.
How many times does Paul quote the O.T. in Eph.? Identify these passages.
3.
What is Paul’s point in the Psa. 68:18 quote (4:8)?
4.
Explain the relationship of Christ having “lead captivity captive” to the Body of Christ.
5.
Who are the apostles of 4:11?
6.
Who are the prophets of 4:11 and what was their function?
7.
Evangelists are only charged with winning the lost. True or False?
8.
Pastors and teachers are two positions that are designed to edify the local church.
Explain the function of each. N.B.: I have come to the firm conviction (after teaching
the class) that these two positions are not two titles for one job, i.e., Pastor-teacher. The
“and” is not a case where the so-called Grandville Sharp rule applies.
9.
What is the “work of the ministry” (4:12)?
10.
The “gifts” of 4:11 were supernaturally given during the time that the mystery revelation
had not been completed (v.13) so that their special functions could be accomplished.
After this transition period they are no longer “supernaturally given,” even though their
function is still needed. The Pastoral epistles indicate that evangelists, pastors and
teachers are positions still needed in the Body of Christ. Believers today are no longer
supernaturally placed in these positions but are responsible to discern by the application
of wisdom their own responsibilities of service in the Body. how does this “perfecting of
the saints” take place?
11.
What is the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ (4:13)?
12.
What is the basic characteristic of a spiritual child (4:14)?
13.
Explain “slight” and “cunning craftiness” (4:14).
14.
Explain the mechanics of how a believer can go into reversion, living and acting like an
unbeliever as per 4:17-19.
15.
Eph. 4:22-25 sets forth the Replacement Principle. Explain.
16.
According to 4:26 anger is not necessarily a bad emotion. What makes it sinful?
17.
What does it mean to “grieve” the Holy Spirit (4:30)?
18.
Eph 4:28 illustrates the exact reversal of life style brought about by faith in Christ. True
or False?
19.
Explain how the believer should use his tongue (4:29-32).
20.
Matt. 6:14,15 illustrates law motivation; Eph. 4:32 illustrates grace motivation. Explain
these principles.
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Grace School of the Bible
Ephesians 302-19
Ephesians Test #6 (57) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete sentences
where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
Why is “followers” a better translation than “imitators” in 5:1?
2.
What does it mean to “walk in love” (5:2)?
3.
The true believer in this age does not have to worry about becoming adjusted to sin. True
or False?
4.
Eph. 5:4 demonstrates that what inner attitude is necessary to stop sin in our lives?
5.
How can we reconcile the believer receiving a “reward” for faithful service at the
Judgment Seat of Christ with the principle of grace?
6.
How do we walk as “children of light”?
7.
Identify the five kinds of death and explain which is referred to in 5:14.
8.
What does it mean to “walk circumspectly” (5:15)?
9.
To what does “the will of the Lord” refer (5:17)?
10.
Explain “the days are evil” (5:16)?
11.
How do Eph. 5:18 and Acts 2:4 differ?
12.
What is the basic idea in the command “be filled”?
13.
Identify the three-fold manifestation of being filled with the Spirit.
14.
What is the meaning of the phrase “with the Spirit”?
15.
Explain how the believer today is filled with the Spirit.
12 Ambassador (6 Tests)
Grace School of the Bible
Ambassadorship 301-07
Ambassadorship Test #1 (58) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
What is the function of an “ambassador”?
2.
What is our “Great Commission” and the basic standard it sets for our service?
3.
What is the general condition in which you can expect to find believers and into which
you can expect them to move?
4.
How is the grace gospel perverted into “another gospel”?
5.
It takes far more than the mere addition of human merit to cancel out grace. T or F?
6.
Why did the Galatians fall for this perversion?
7.
Explain what Paul means by “the wisdom of words” (I Cor. 1:17).
8.
What is the main issue in our Ambassadorship?
9.
The two areas in which the clarity of grace must be maintained are the salvation of the
lost and the service of the saints. T or F?
10.
What three categories of Gospel messages are to be distinguished in Scriptures?
11.
List the following in the proper categories given in #10:
a. The Gospel of Peace
b. The Gospel of the Kingdom
c. The Gospel of Grace
d. The Gospel of the Circumcision
e. The Gospel of the Uncircumcision
f. The Gospel of God
g. The Gospel of Christ
12.
Define the Gospel of God.
13.
The Gospel of the Circumcision is based upon what Covenant?
14.
We learned five marks to identify faulty terminology in the presentation of the gospel.
List three.
15.
Explain the problems with the following popular appeals:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
“Give Your Heart to Christ”
“Let Christ Come Into Your Heart (or life)”
“Make Christ the Lord of Your Life”
“Repent (i.e. forsake your sins) and Turn to Christ”
“Confess Your Sins and ask the Lord to Forgive You”
16.
The neglect to stress what important issue invariably leads to these type terms?
17.
What are the “three Crucial Issues” of a proper gospel presentation?
18.
What three methods are commonly used to add works to the gospel of grace?
19.
To present the gospel clearly we must: (choose one)
a. Be careful to emphasize the cross-work as the only adequate basis for faith.
b. Never present a message that stresses Human Merit or performance of any kind as
a part of being saved.
c. Never neglect the explanation of Sin and its consequences.
d. All of the above.
20.
Explain the following verses which hare often used to object to faith-only:
a. Romans 10:9 (Confessional Salvation) (Lordship Salvation)
b. Romans 10:13 (Must Pray)
c. Luke 13:3
d. Revelation 3:20
e. James 2:24
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Grace School of the Bible
Ambassadorship 301-12
Ambassadorship Test #2 (59) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
Satan’s policy is to defeat the Christian life by enticing the believer to be satisfied by
their service and works. T or F?
2.
Explain how the Law Principle operates.
3.
Explain how the Grace Principle operates.
4.
Our daily acceptance by God as believers comes on a somewhat different basis than our
eternal acceptance. T or F?
5.
The “flesh” works on the basis of the Law. T or F? Scripture please.
6.
Grace is the motivational power for the believer in the Dispensation of Grace. Explain
how “grace motivation” empowers the believer.
7.
What is the energy” God uses to accomplish His work in the believer?
8.
Identify the Divine Operating Assets provided to assure the accomplishment of the
believer’s perfection and performance.
9.
Explain how the power from the Holy Spirit is transferred to the believer?
10.
Explain the three phases of Salvation?
11.
Explain the mechanics of the believer’s progressive sanctification.
12.
What is “Godly Sorrow”?
13.
Explain the process of true repentance.
14.
What is the “sorrow of the world” (II Cor. 7:10)?
15.
The product of Grace motivation is true holiness. Explain what true, Biblical holiness is.
Grace School of the Bible
Ambassadorship 301-18
Ambassadorship Test #3 (60) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
Genesis 3 gives the pattern of all sinful behavior and the resultant sinful responses.
Explain the Sinful Emotional responses of false guilt:
a. Fear
b. Shame
c. Rejection/Alienation
2.
Explain the Defense mechanisms used to avoid the impact of False guilt:
a. Performance System
b. Avoidance of Accountability
c. Blame Shifting
3.
These sinful emotions and defense mechanisms are authored by the Old Sin Nature to
immobilize the believer and prohibit Godly Sorrow and True Repentance. T or F?
4.
Explain the following points concerning man’s spirit:
a. Its location
b. It is not the soul
c. Gives God-consciousness
d. Its Essence:
i.
Mind –
ii.
Perception –
5.
Explain the following points concerning man’s soul:
a. Its Location
b. It is not the Spirit plus the Body
c. Gives Self-consciousness
d. Its Essence:
i.
Heart –
ii.
Conscious –
iii. Volition –
iv.
Emotions –
6.
Explain the following points concerning man’s body:
a. It’s called our “house”
b. Gives World-consciousness
7.
Explain the effect of the fall on man’s Spirit.
8.
Explain the effect of the fall on man’s Soul.
9.
Explain the effect of the fall on man’s body.
10.
Explain the effect of salvation on man’s Spirit.
11.
Explain the effect of salvation on man’s Soul.
12.
Explain the effect of salvation on man’s Body.
13.
When you preach to Lost men, how does the Word effect them and bring them to
salvation?
14.
Explain the process of Maturation and Godly Edification.
15.
The problem of Reversionism is detailed in Eph. 4:17-24. Outline this process and its
effect on the believer.
16.
II Tim. 2:24-26 plots the Procedure for Restoration. What are the keys to recovery?
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Grace School of the Bible
Ambassadorship 302-07
Ambassadorship Test #4 (61) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
Explain the three things Timothy is charged not to do in his ministry (1:3,4).
2.
What specific thing is Timothy charged to focus his ministry on? Explain.
3.
What is the proper use of the law?
4.
How does one avoid making “shipwreck” of the faith?
5.
In I Tim. 2 Paul begins specific instructions on the working of the local church. What is
the first priority and responsibility he addresses and why?
6.
What is the “key word” in the Pastoral Epistles?
7.
Why does I Tim. 2:2 single out rulers?
8.
I Tim. 2:4 sets forth God’s will for all men to be twofold. Please explain.
9.
How does prayer relate to evangelism?
10.
Explain what Pauline Prayer is expected to produce and achieve.
11.
What is the basic role of women in the local church?
12.
Women set the moral tone of a group. True or False?
13.
Explain I Tim. 2:11.
14.
What two “offices” does I Tim. 3 establish as proper in the local church?
15.
What are the four types of ecclesiastical organization? Which his the Scriptural one?
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Grace School of the Bible
Ambassadorship 302-14
Ambassadorship Test #5 (62) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
What is the key to real, effective leadership? Please explain.
2.
Leadership must always be by the consent of those being led. True or False?
3.
Explain the office of a bishop.
4.
Explain the office of a deacon.
5.
The unity and harmony of a local church begins with and is dependent on what?
6.
Elders are to be selected on the basis of their proven executive ability, financial success,
public relations skills as well as their spiritual qualifications. True or False?
7.
How do you understand the qualification that an elder is to “be the husband of one wife”?
8.
I Tim. 3:14-16 identifies the Church as the pillar and ground of the truth. Explain.
9.
What is the mystery of godliness?
10.
Explain the danger the ministry faces set forth in I Tim. 4:1-3.
11.
Explain I Tim 4:12’s admonition to “Let no man despise thy youth.”
12.
I Tim. 4:13-16 sets forth several issues necessary to progress in and having a stable
ministry. List and explain.
13.
What is Paul’s “rule” about financing the ministry?
14.
What are the three criteria for ordination?
15.
What is the primary vehicle through which the work of the ministry is to be
accomplished?
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Grace School of the Bible
Ambassadorship 302-19
Ambassadorship Test #6 (63) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions using complete
sentences where appropriate. You may use an unmarked Bible to look up references.
1.
In II Tim. the mood changes to focus on the Church in ruin. Explain Satan’s “Plan B” for
opposing the ministry
2.
What is the proper response to this Satanic plan?
3.
What is the “good thing” committed to our trust (1:13-15)?
4.
Paul uses a series of metaphors to describe the ministry. Explain their meaning:
a. Son
e. Farmer
b. Steward
f. Workman
c. Soldier
g. Vessel
d. Athlete
h. Servant
5.
II Tim. 3:8 illustrates a special way the truth is resisted. Please explain.
6.
What are we to expect the reaction of the world to be to godly living?
7.
The Holy Spirit is not visibly manifest today apart from the daily walk of the believer in
response to the Word rightly divided. True or False?
8.
How could Timothy’s knowledge of the O.T. Scripture have led him to salvation if the
message committed to Paul was not previously revealed?
9.
For what is the written Word of God profitable? Explain each item.
10.
Explain the responsibility expressed in II Tim 4:1,2.
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13 Acts (1 Tests)
Grace School of the Bible
Acts 301-07
Acts Test #1 (64) Questions
On a separate sheet of properly headed paper answer the following questions, remembering to
use complete sentences. An unmarked Bible may be used for references.
1. The book of Acts is probably the most difficult book in the Bible to get straight because
of its transitional nature. True or False?
2. How do Acts 1:6 and 28:28 demonstrate the true nature of the book of Acts?
3. Acts was written by Luke to a Gentile and is a continuation of and sequel to the book of
Luke? True or False?
4. Why should Luke’s writings hold special interest for members of the Body of Christ?
5. Identify the basic sections of the book (by chapters) and the main figure of each section.
6. List at least six parallels between the ministries of Peter and Paul. Why does Luke
present such a balance?
7. What are the three pivot points of the book?
8. The departure from the old dispensation to the new takes place at: (a) Pentecost; (b) the
raising up of Paul; (c) Acts 28:28. Choose one.
9. Using Romans 11:11-13, outline the book.
10. Between the resurrection and ascension of Jesus Christ, what did He spend His time
doing?
11. Why were the Apostle told not to depart from Jerusalem?
12. Explain the significance of the question of 1:6 and Christ’s answer in 1:7-8.
13. Who are the “witnesses” of 1:8 and why is this restricted order given to them?
14. In light of Matthew 10:5-6, why is Samaria included in 1:8?
15. Explain the apparent contradiction between 1:18-19 and Matthew 27:5.
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