New Testament Church & Epistles Quiz

Question 1

Paul's letter to the Romans is considered his most systematic theological work. What does he say about humanity's universal need in Romans 3:23?

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'All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God'

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'There is none who seeks after God'

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'The wages of sin is death'

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'No one is righteous, not even one'

Question 2

What is the central theme of Paul's letter to the Galatians?

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Justification by faith alone, not by observing the Law

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Church unity between Jewish and Gentile believers

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Instructions on the Lord's Supper and spiritual gifts

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The resurrection of the body and the afterlife

Question 3

In his letter to the Corinthians, Paul addresses the problem of divisive factions. What does he say about human wisdom versus God's wisdom?

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'The foolishness of God is wiser than human wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than human strength'

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Human wisdom should be combined with divine wisdom for the best result

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'Seek wisdom above all else and God will honour you'

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'Those who are wise in this world are also wise in God's eyes'

Question 4

What specific problem in the Corinthian church led Paul to write his detailed teaching on the resurrection in 1 Corinthians 15?

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Some in the church were saying there is no resurrection of the dead

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Some claimed only the wealthy would be resurrected

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Some were teaching that resurrection had already happened

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Some were saying only the apostles would be resurrected

Question 5

What does Paul mean by 'adoption' (huiothesia) in Romans 8 and Galatians 4?

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That believers receive the full legal status of adult sons/daughters in God's family with inheritance rights through the Spirit

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That God chooses some people and not others based on His sovereign will

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That believers are adopted temporarily until they prove themselves worthy

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That salvation can be lost if the adopted child rebels against God

Question 6

In Ephesians 4, Paul uses a memorable image to describe the diversity of roles God has given in the church. What five ministry gifts does he list?

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Apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers

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Pastor, elder, deacon, evangelist, and prophet

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Bishops, deacons, elders, prophets, and teachers

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Teachers, healers, miracle-workers, helpers, and administrators

Question 7

The book of James directly challenges a superficial understanding of faith. What does James 2:17 say?

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'Faith without works is dead'

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'Faith without prayer is incomplete'

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'Faith is the foundation and works are the walls'

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'Works without faith are worthless before God'

Question 8

In Philippians 2:5-11, Paul quotes what scholars believe was an early Christian hymn about Christ. What theological truth does it establish?

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That Christ existed in the form of God, but humbled himself to become human and die — and is now exalted with the name above all names

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That Christ is primarily a moral example we should follow

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That Christ had no divine nature before the incarnation

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That humility is the only virtue Christians need to develop

Question 9

What is the theme of Paul's letter to the Colossians, and what false teaching was he countering?

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The supremacy of Christ over all creation and powers — countering a proto-Gnostic philosophy that downplayed Christ and elevated angels and regulations

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Spiritual gifts and church order — countering chaos in worship

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The second coming — countering those who said it had already happened

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Church finances — countering those who exploited the poor

Question 10

What image does Paul use in 1 Corinthians 12 to explain why all members of the church are equally essential?

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The human body — each part different but all necessary and interdependent

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A building with each stone supporting the others

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A vine with many branches, all needing the root

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An army with soldiers of different ranks but one commander

Question 11

In Hebrews 11, Abel is the first person listed in the 'Hall of Faith'. Why is Abel mentioned ahead of Enoch and Noah?

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Because Abel's faith produced the first acceptable sacrifice, demonstrating that genuine faith pleases God

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Because Abel was the first to die for his faith, making him the first martyr

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Because Abel was the first person to pray

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Because the hall of faith is listed in chronological order and Abel came before Enoch

Question 12

What does Romans 12:1-2 instruct believers to do with their bodies and minds?

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'Offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God' and 'be transformed by the renewing of your mind'

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To separate themselves from the world completely in monasteries

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To fast regularly to discipline the flesh

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To use their bodies for God's service only after purification rituals

Question 13

What does Paul teach is the root of all kinds of evil in 1 Timothy 6:10?

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The love of money

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Pride and arrogance

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Sexual immorality

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Unbelief and doubt

Question 14

In Titus 2:11-14, Paul gives one of the clearest summaries of what salvation does in a believer's life. What does he say God's grace teaches us?

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To say No to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives — while awaiting Christ's return

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To obey the law and perform religious duties

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To give up all worldly possessions and live simply

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To speak in tongues and prophecy regularly

Question 15

In 2 Timothy 3:16-17, what does Paul say all Scripture is, and what is it useful for?

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'God-breathed and useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness'

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'Holy and beneficial for those who study it carefully'

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'The word of God and sharper than any double-edged sword'

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'Inspired by the Spirit and sufficient for all matters of life'

Question 16

What does the word 'ecclesia' (the Greek word for 'church') literally mean?

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'The called out ones' — an assembly of those called out

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A sacred building set apart for worship

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A gathering of priests and elders

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A group of disciples who follow a rabbi

Question 17

Paul's letter to Philemon is the most personal of his letters. What is it about?

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Paul interceding for Onesimus, a runaway slave belonging to Philemon, asking Philemon to receive him back as a brother in Christ

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Paul's instructions for Philemon to take over leadership of the Colossian church

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Paul's request for Philemon to financially support his mission to Rome

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Paul correcting Philemon for teaching false doctrine in his home church

Question 18

What does the Greek word 'agape' mean, which Paul uses in 1 Corinthians 13?

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Self-sacrificial, unconditional love — the highest form of love, chosen rather than felt

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Romantic love between spouses

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Friendly affection between close friends

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Family loyalty and devotion

Question 19

In Romans 8:38-39, Paul declares what cannot separate believers from the love of God. Which of these is included in his list?

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Height, depth, angels, demons, present, future, powers, life, or death

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Sickness, poverty, persecution, or failure

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Sin, unbelief, doubt, or backsliding

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The works of the flesh listed in Galatians 5

Question 20

What does Paul mean by the 'mystery' that was hidden for ages but is now revealed, described in Colossians 1:27?

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'Christ in you, the hope of glory' — that God now dwells in Gentile believers as well as Jewish ones

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The exact date of Christ's return

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The plan to destroy Satan and his angels at the end of time

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The secret location of the New Jerusalem