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WEBER ROAD

2016 BIBLE BOWL

COVERING

THE ACTS OF THE APOSTLES

CHAPTERS 15-28

USING THE

NEW KING JAMES VERSION

HOSTED BY THE

WEBER ROAD CHURCH OF CHRIST

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

CONTENTS

Letter to Parents and Coaches

Letter to Bible Bowl Students

Information and Facts of Bible Bowl

Study Questions (All Ages)

Chapter Headings (All Ages)

Memory Work (All Ages)

To All Bible Bowl Coaches,

Weber Road’s Bible Bowl will be here before you know it. I hope you are looking forward to

studying Acts of the Apostles with your students. Thank you for your commitment to the youth of

today. The work can only bless the lives of each child you have in your care. I encourage you to

keep up the great work!

In a world where young people are looking for direction, God's Word provides the direction they

need. Bible Bowl can serve as a tool to help them understand and live the Word of God. Remember

David's words found in Psalm 119:105, "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my

path" (KJV). Let's do our best to make that verse come to life for each child involved with Bible

Bowl.

My hope is that every coach will be excited about studying. This attitude will rub off on each

student.

Do not underestimate your children's amazing memories! At one Christian school, third graders

memorize Hebrews 11. I have known 3 and 4 year olds who know the Books of the Bible, the Ten

Commandments, and up to 100 basic Bible facts, among other things. Do not put limits on them.

Challenge and encourage them. Their confidence and desire will grow as they learn.

As in past years, this study guide focuses on leading each student through the book of the Bible we

are studying. If your students follow this guide, they will gain knowledge and understanding. All

scripture will be taken from the New King James Version.

Here are ideas to use in preparing for Junior Bible Bowl:

(1) Meet one time per week for at least one hour (try not to over-work the students,

especially at first).

(2) Use "grease pencils" to color code the scripture: Blue-important quotes, Yellow-

names, Orange-verse numbers, Green-places, Red or pink-objects and other nouns.

(3) Assign one or two chapters per week.

(4) Encourage parents to help in study.

(5) Split up students to have contests.

(6) Compliment them in front of the congregation, in the bulletin, and in front of

parents.

(7) Remind them that this is not a school grade and whatever they learn will help them

in life and for eternity.

Whether each student knows everything does not matter. Encourage each young person to

participate November 5, 2016.

Enjoy your study of the Acts of the Apostles, and I hope the lives of students will be enriched over

the next few months.

In Christ,

Christian Torres (Director)

A Note to All Bible Bowlers:

Are you excited about Bible Bowl? Here at Weber road we cannot wait for it. Do not forget to study

hard and to apply everything we learn from His word.

This year, like each year, we will have MANY awards to give out. That means if you study and

do well, you have a very good chance of receiving a trophy, ribbon, or plaque. Study hard and

commit yourself to the Acts of the Apostles, chapters 1-14. Remember, no matter how you do,

you will be learning God’s Word.

As you study, try not only to know the facts; try to understand what is going on. This study guide

is designed to aid your study. Here are a few tips in studying for Bible Bowl:

(1) Read chapters without your study guide. Take short notes or write down words

and items you do not understand.

(2) Look at the guide and see if it helps you understand (if not, ask your parents, coach,

teacher, or preacher).

(3) This year, like last year, we will have an open Bible section. You will be expected

to find the chapter and verse in which certain scriptures are found. Bring your Bible

for this section.

(4) You are allowed to mark in your Bible if you wish.

(5) Look up any words that you do not understand. (6) Do not get discouraged.

(7) Remember to include prayer in your study.

(8) High school will have an “extra” matching section over the study guide, the biblical

text, and the special Memory Verses at the end of the study guide.

You will realize you have a great mind if you use it, and that's what Bible Bowl can do for you.

You will never be sorry for taking the time to study the Bible because knowledge of the Bible can

help you for the rest of your life. The more you know, the better off you will be. Here is a verse in

2 Timothy 2:15 that you should remember as you study, "Do your best to present yourself to

God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly

handles the word of truth."

In Christ,

Christian Torres

(Director)

2016 BIBLE BOWL

INFORMATION AND RULES

I. Date of Competition: Saturday, November 5, 2016.

II. Time: 8:45 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

III. Ages: Children from the 2nd - 12th grades.

IV. Open to any church who wants to participate.

V. Material Covered: The Acts of the Apostles, chapters 15-28.

VI. Bible Translation: New King James Version.

VII. Competition:

A. One “Find the Verse” Round worth 30 points.

B. Two “General Question” multiple choice rounds worth 75 points each.

1. Over the covered material (Acts 15-28).

2. Also over the Chapter Headings found on the study guide.

3. SAMPLE TEST QUESTIONS can be found on our website.

VIII. Awards:

A. Trophies for the top five scores in nine age groups (45 total).

B. Ribbons for 6th-13th place in nine age groups (72 total).

C. Team Award Certificates

D. All participants receive a participation ribbon.

IX. Cost:

A. The cost is $8 per participant to offset some of the cost of awards.

B. You may add participants up to the week of the competition.

X. Contact Christian Torres (director of Bible Bowl) for orders or questions:

A. Weber Rd. Church of Christ * 5253 Weber Road* Corpus Christi, TX 78411.

B. Church Phone: 512-853-7701.

C. Cell Phone: 361 500 2018.

D. E-Mail: [email protected].

2016 Bible Bowl Acts 15-28

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CHAPTER 15

1. What custom of Moses were the men from Judea teaching in Antioch? (15:1) Circumcision

2. What two men caused great joy to all the brethren in Phoenicia and Samaria when they told of the

conversion of the Gentiles? (15:2-3) Paul and Barnabas

3. What sect claimed it was necessary to circumcise Gentiles and keep the Law of Moses? (15:5)

Pharisees

4. What man did God choose to teach the Gentiles about the gospel for the first time? (15:7) Peter

5. What did God give to the Gentiles when He acknowledged them? (15:8)

Holy Spirit

6. After Paul and Barnabas told of the miracles and wonders God had worked through them among the Gentiles, what man spoke up? (15:13)

James

7. What was Peter's other name? (15:14) Simon

8. What prophet did James quote to show that God wanted the Gentiles to be a part of His kingdom?

(15:16,17) Amos

9. From what four things did James say the Gentile Christians should abstain? (15:20)

things polluted by idols sexual immorality things strangled blood

10. How often was Moses read in the synagogues? (15:21) Every Sabbath

11. What men did the apostles, elders and whole church in Jerusalem send to convey their decision? (15:22)

-Judas (also named Barsabas) -Silas

12. To what three areas did the apostles, elders and brethren in Jerusalem send a letter? (15:23)

-Antioch -Syria

-Cilicia

13. Did the Gentiles have to be circumcised to become Christians? (15:24) No

14. For whose name had Paul and Barnabas risked their lives? (15:26)

Jesus Christ


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15. When the Christians in Antioch read the letter from Jerusalem, what was their reaction? (15:31) They rejoiced over its encouragement.

16. What spiritual gift did Judas and Silas have? (15:32)

Prophecy

17. What does "exhort" mean? (15:32) To urge or advise strongly

18. Which prophet from Jerusalem chose to stay in Antioch with Paul and Barnabas? (15:34)

Silas

19. Who suggested that Paul and Barnabas return to visit churches established on the first missionary journey? (15:36)

Paul

20. By what name was John also known? (15:37) Mark

21. What caused the sharp contention between Paul and Barnabas? (15:37-39)

John Mark's worthiness to go on the second missionary journey

22. From what place had John Mark departed from Paul and Barnabas? (15:38) Pamphylia

23. After parting company with Paul, where did Barnabas and John Mark go? (15:39)

Cyprus

24. With whom did Paul choose to travel? (15:40) Silas

25. To what places did Paul and his companion travel to strengthen the churches? (15:41)

Syria and Cilicia


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CHAPTER 16

26. Where did Paul meet Timothy? (16:1)

Lystra

27. What was the cultural heritage of Timothy's mother? (16:1) Jewish

28. What was the cultural heritage of Timothy's father? (16:1)

Greek

29. What was the reputation of Timothy in Lystra and Iconium? (16:2) He was well spoken of.

30. Why did Paul circumcise Timothy? (16:3)

The Jews in the region knew that Timothy's father was Greek.

31. As Paul traveled through the cities, what did he and his companions deliver to the churches? (16:4) Decrees from the apostles and elders at Jerusalem

32. In what area was Paul forbidden to enter by the Holy Spirit after going through Phrygia and the region of

Galatia? (16:6) Asia

33. Why did Paul not preach in Bithynia? (16:7)

The Spirit did not permit it.

34. In what place was Paul located when a vision appeared to him about the man in Macedonia? (16:8,9) Troas

35. What did the man from Macedonia say to Paul in the vision? (16:9)

"Come over to Macedonia and help us."

36. Why is Acts 16:10 a significant verse in the book of Acts? It is the first verse in which the author includes himself in Paul's travels by writing "we."

37. In what region was Philippi located? (16:12)

Macedonia

38. Where did Paul first meet Lydia? (16:13,14) By a riverside where prayer was customarily made

39. What was Lydia's occupation? (16:14)

seller of purple


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40. What was Lydia's hometown? (16:14) Thyatira

41. What did Lydia and her household do to obey God? (16:15)

They were baptized.

42. What was wrong with the slave girl who was brought to Paul in Philippi? (16:16) She was possessed with a spirit of divination.

43. What is divination? (16:16)

The practice of seeking knowledge of the future or the unknown by supernatural means (Oxford Online Dictionary)

44. How did the slave girl make money for her masters? (16:16) She was a fortune-teller.

45. As the slave girl in Philippi followed Paul, what did she cry out? (16:17)

"These men are the servants of the Most High God, who proclaim to us the way of salvation."

46. How long did the girl with the spirit of divination follow Paul? (16:18) Many days.

47. What was Paul's reaction to the slave-girl following him? (16:18)

He was greatly annoyed and cast the spirit out of the girl.

48. Why did the slave girl's masters drag Paul and Silas into the marketplace to the authorities? (16:19) They saw their profit was gone.

49. What charges did the slave girl's masters bring against Paul and Silas? (16:20,21)

"These men, being Jews, exceedingly trouble our city; and they teach customs which are not lawful for us, being Romans, to receive or observe."

50. What were the rulers of Philippi called? (16:20,22 and 35)

Magistrates

51. What punishment did Paul and Silas receive in Philippi? (16:22,23) They were beaten with rods and put into prison.

52. In what part of the prison were Paul and Silas put? (16:24)

The inner prison

53. What extra precaution did the jailer take in securing Paul and Silas in prison? (16:24) He put their feet in the stocks.

54. What did Paul and Silas do while they were in prison at midnight? (16:25)

They prayed and sang hymns to God.

55. What amazing event happened to open the doors of the prison and loosen the prisoners' chains? (16:26) A great earthquake

56. What weapon did the jailer of the prison plan to use to kill himself? (16:27)

His sword


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57. Why did the Philippian jailer consider killing himself? (16:27) He thought the prisoners had fled.

58. Who stopped the jailer from killing himself? (16:28)

Paul

59. When the jailer saw that Paul and Silas had not fled, what did he do? (16:29) -Called for a light -Ran in -Fell down trembling before Paul and Silas

60. What question did the jailer pose to Paul and Silas? (16:30)

"Sirs, what must I do to be saved?"

61. What did Paul and Silas tell the jailer in response to his question? (16:31) "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household."

62. What did the jailer do for Paul and Silas the same hour they spoke the word of the Lord to him and his

household? (16:33) Washed their stripes

63. After hearing the word of the Lord, what did the jailer and his family immediately do? (16:33)

They were baptized.

64. What did the Philippian jailer do for Paul and Silas in his house? (16:34) Fed them

65. What word did the magistrates send to the prison? (16:35)

To let Paul and Silas go

66. Why were the magistrates afraid of Paul and Silas? (16:38) They found out they were Romans.

67. After getting out of prison, where did Paul and Silas first go? (16:40)

The house of Lydia


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CHAPTER 17

68. After leaving Philippi, to what city's synagogue did Paul go to reason with the Jews? (17:1,2)

Thessalonica

69. How long did Paul reason from the Scriptures in the synagogue? (17:2) Three Sabbaths

70. What did Paul explain, demonstrate, and say while he reasoned with the Jews in the synagogue? (17:3)

Christ had to suffer and rise again from the dead, and he said, "This Jesus whom I preach to you is the Christ."

71. Was Paul successful in his teaching in the Thessalonian synagogue? (17:4)

Yes

72. What did the Jews who were not persuaded gather together to do harm to Paul and his followers? (17:5) Formed a mob

73. Whose house did the Jews and evil men attack in looking for Paul and his companions? (17:5) Jason's

74. Whose decrees did the Jews say Paul was teaching against? (17:7)

Caesar's

75. What was the punishment for those brought to the rulers of Thessalonica? (17:9) They had to pay a fine (security).

76. Upon leaving Thessalonica, where did Paul and Silas go by night? (17:10)

Berea

77. What is said of the Berean Jews in comparison to those in Thessalonica regarding their attitude about Paul's message? (17:11)

-These were more fair-minded than those in Thessalonica. -They received the word with all readiness. -They searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so.

78. Did just the Jews accept the word of the Lord in Berea? (17:12)

No, Greeks and prominent women did also.

79. Who stirred up the crowds in Berea? (17:13) The Jews from Thessalonica

80. When Paul was sent from Berea, which two of his companions remained? (17:14)

Silas and Timothy


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81. What provoked Paul's spirit in Athens? (17:16) He saw that the city was given over to idols.

82. In what two ways was Paul described in Athens? (17:18)

-A babbler -A proclaimer of foreign gods

83. Where did the philosophers take Paul to question him about the doctrine he taught? (17:19)

Areopagus

84. Which two groups of people were said to have "spent their time in nothing else but either to tell or to hear some new thing?" (17:21)

-Athenians -Foreigners

85. What particular altar's inscription caught the eye of Paul? (17:23)

TO THE UNKNOWN GOD

86. What, according to Paul, does God now command all men everywhere to do? (17:30) Repent

87. How did God give assurance that He ordained Jesus to judge the world? (17:31)

By raising Him from the dead

88. What two reactions did Paul receive after preaching about the resurrection of the dead? (17:32) -Some mocked. -Others said, "We will hear you again on this matter."

89. Who was the Areopagite that joined Paul and believed? (17:34)

Dionysius

90. What woman is mentioned from Athens that joined Paul and believed? (17:34) Damaris


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CHAPTER 18

91. Where did Paul meet Aquila and Priscilla? (18:1,2)

Corinth

92. Where was Aquila born? (18:2) Pontus

93. Of what religion were Aquila and Priscilla? (18:2)

They were Jewish.

94. Why did Aquila and Priscilla leave Italy? (18:2) Claudius had commanded all the Jews to depart from Rome.

95. What ruler had commanded all Jews to depart from Rome? (18:2) Claudius

96. What was the occupation of Aquila, Priscilla, and Paul? (18:3)

Tentmakers

97. What two men joined Paul in Corinth from Macedonia? (18:5) Silas and Timothy

98. At what point did Paul go to the Gentiles in Corinth? (18:6)

When the Jews opposed him and blasphemed

99. To whose house did Paul go after telling the Jews he would go to the Gentiles? (18:7) Justus

100. Where was the home of Justus located? (18:7)

Next door to the synagogue

101. What ruler of the synagogue in Corinth believed on the Lord? (18:8) Crispus

102. Did any more of the Corinthians respond to Paul’s message positively? (18:8)

Yes, many of them believed and were baptized.

103. How did the Lord speak to Paul while he was in Corinth? (18:9) A vision

104. How long did Paul remain in Corinth? (18:11)

One year and six months

105. Who was the proconsul (deputy) of Achaia to whom Paul was taken to be judged? (18:12) Gallio

106. What “seat” was Paul brought before to be judged? (18:12) “Judgement” seat

107. What charge did the Corinthian Jews bring against Paul? (18:13)

"This fellow persuades men to worship God contrary to the law."


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108. What did the proconsul of Achaia do with Paul after charges were brought against him? (18:14-16)

Let him go after lecturing the Jews

109. What position did Sosthenes hold? (18:17) Ruler of the synagogue

110. What did the Greeks do with Sosthenes? (18:17)

They beat him.

111. After taking a vow in Cenchrea, what did Paul do to his physical appearance? (18:18) Had his hair cut off

112. Why did Paul go over all the region of Galatia and Phrygia? (18:23)

To strengthen all the disciples

113. Where was Apollos born? (18:24) Alexandria

114. What two characteristics of Apollos are given when he is first mentioned in Acts? (18:24) -Eloquent -Mighty in the Scriptures

115. Before meeting Aquila and Priscilla, what baptism had Apollos known? (18:25)

John’s

116. Who taught Apollos the way of God more accurately? (18:26) Aquila and Priscilla

117. When Apollos vigorously refuted the Jews, what did he specifically teach from the Scriptures? (18:28)

That Jesus is the Christ


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CHAPTER 19

118. What disciples at Ephesus had not even heard about the Holy Spirit's existence? (19:1-7)

The twelve disciples of John

119. After listening to Paul regarding baptism, into what name were the disciples of John baptized? (19:5) The Lord Jesus

120. After Paul had laid hands upon the disciples in Ephesus, what happened to them, and what were they

able to do? (19:6) -The Holy Spirit came upon them. -They spoke with tongues and prophesied.

121. How long did Paul teach in the Ephesian synagogue? (19:8)

Three months

122. In what school did the disciples reason daily after Paul departed? (19:9) School of Tyrannus

123. How long did it take the disciples in Ephesus to teach so that all who dwelt in Asia heard the word of

Jesus Christ? (19:10) Two years

124. What two possessions of Paul were used to heal diseases and cast out evil spirits? (19:12)

-Handkerchiefs -Aprons

125. Who were some Jewish exorcists that took it upon themselves to call on the name of the Lord Jesus to

drive out evil spirits? (19:13,14) -Sons of Sceva -Traveling Jewish exorcists

126. How many sons did the chief priest Sceva have? (19:14)

Seven

127. What major incident caused the name of the Lord Jesus to be magnified? (19:16,17) The attack on the sons of Sceva

128. What was the value of the magic books destroyed by fire by the believers in Ephesus? (19:19)

50,000 pieces of silver

129. About how much in today’s money were the magic books worth? (19:19) $364,000


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130. After the burning of the magic books in Ephesus, to what four places did Paul travel? (19:21) -Macedonia -Achaia -Jerusalem -Rome

131. What two men did Paul send into Macedonia? (19:22)

-Timothy -Erastus

132. What was the occupation of Demetrius? (19:24)

Silversmith

133. What did Demetrius make that made a lot of profit for the craftsmen? (19:24) Silver shrines of Diana

134. What phrase did the worshipers of Diana constantly repeat? (19:28,34)

"Great is Diana of the Ephesians!"

135. What two Macedonian traveling companions of Paul were captured by the rioters in Ephesus? (19:29) -Gaius -Aristarchus

136. Into what place in Ephesus did the brethren plead with Paul not to enter? (19:31)

Theater

137. What city was known as the temple guardian of the goddess Diana? (19:35) Ephesus

138. Who spoke to calm and dismiss the rioters in Ephesus? (19:35-41)

The city clerk

139. Was the assembly in Ephesus a legal and orderly gathering? (19:39-41) No


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CHAPTER 20

140. When the Ephesian uproar ended, where did Paul go? (20:1)

Macedonia

141. How long did Paul stay in Greece on his third missionary journey? (20:2-3) Three months

142. Why did Paul change his plans and go back through Macedonia instead of sailing directly to Syria?

(20:3) The Jews plotted against him.

143. What seven men waited for Paul at Troas on the third journey? (20:4,5)

1-Sopater 2-Aristarchus 3-Secundus 4-Gaius 5-Timothy 6-Tychicus 7-Trophimus

144. After which Jewish holiday did Paul and his companions sail from Philippi? (20:6)

Days of Unleavened Bread

145. How long did it take Paul's ship to sail to Troas from Philippi? (20:6) Five days

146. How long did Paul's group stay in Troas when he returned from the third missionary journey? (20:6)

Seven days

147. On what day of the week did the disciples in the early church gather together to break bread (take the Lord's Supper)? (20:7)

First day of the week

148. How long did Paul preach to the brethren at Troas? (20:7) Until midnight

149. While Paul preached, in what area of the building were there many lamps? (20:8)

The upper room

150. What young man fell from the third story window and was taken up dead as Paul preached? (20:9) Eutychus

151. Who fell on the young man, Eutychus, and embraced him and brought him back to life? (20:10)

Paul


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152. Why had Paul decided to sail past Ephesus during his return from the third missionary journey? (20:16)

He was in a hurry to get to Jerusalem.

153. On what day did Paul want to be in Jerusalem? (20:16) Day of Pentecost

154. How did Paul summarize his message in Acts 20:21?

He preached " repentance toward God and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ."

155. According to the Holy Spirit, what awaited Paul in Jerusalem? (20:23) Chains and tribulations

156. When did Paul tell the Ephesian elders that he would see them again as he prepared to go to

Jerusalem? (20:25) He would not see them again.

157. What did Paul tell the Ephesian elders that the Holy Spirit had made them? (20:28)

Overseers over the flock (church)

158. With what did Christ purchase the church of God? (20:28) His own blood

159. How did Paul describe those who would cause trouble in the church? (20:29)

Savage wolves

160. What is able to build up and give an inheritance among all those who are sanctified? (20:32) The word of His grace

161. Did Paul accept any support from the church throughout Asia? (20:33,34)

No, he provided for his own necessities and for those with him.

162. What quotation of Jesus occurs only in Acts regarding giving and receiving? (20:35) "It is more blessed to give than to receive."

163. After Paul had spoken to the Ephesian elders, what did he kneel down to do? (20:36)

Pray with them all

164. What grieved the elders from Ephesus most of all when Paul left? (20:38) That they would see his face no more


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CHAPTER 21

165. What message did the disciples at Tyre give to Paul? (21:4)

Not to go up to Jerusalem

166. From whom did the disciples at Tyre receive the message they gave to Paul? (21:4) The Holy Spirit

167. Paul left Tyre and went to what place for one day? (21:7)

Ptolemais

168. With whom did Paul stay when he reached Caesarea? (21:8) Philip the evangelist, one of the seven

169. What man had four virgin daughters who prophesied? (21:9)

Philip the evangelist

170. What prophet used Paul's belt to demonstrate the fate awaiting him at Jerusalem? (21:10,11) Agabus

171. Into whose hands did the prophet say that Paul would be delivered? (21:11)

Gentiles

172. What two things did Paul say he was ready for at Jerusalem? (21:13) -To be bound -To die for the name of the Lord Jesus

173. After trying to persuade Paul not to go to Jerusalem, what comment did the disciples make? (21:14)

"The will of the Lord be done."

174. What man from Cyprus went with Paul to Jerusalem and had a place in which they were going to stay? (21:16)

Mnason

175. How were Paul and his companions received by the brethren when they arrived in Jerusalem? (21:17) Gladly

176. When Paul went to see the Jerusalem elders at the end of his third journey, what man is mentioned

specifically? (21:18) James

177. Why did Paul agree to participate in the purification rites of the four who had taken a vow? (21:20-24)

To show the Jewish Christians that he walked orderly and kept the law


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178. What rumor had the Jewish Christians in Jerusalem heard about Paul concerning what he taught the Jews who were among the Gentiles? (21:21)

-He taught them to forsake Moses and not to circumcise their children nor walk according to their customs.

179. After their purification, where did Paul take the men that were purified? (21:26)

The temple

180. What did Paul announce while in the temple after being purified? (21:26) The expiration of the days of purification

181. What group began the riot against Paul in the Jerusalem temple? (21:27)

Jews from Asia

182. What two charges were made against Paul in the Jerusalem temple? (21:28) -He taught against the people, the law, and the temple. -He brought Greeks into the temple and has defiled the holy place.

183. What was the hometown of Trophimus? (21:29)

Ephesus

184. What was the first intention of the rioters in Jerusalem after they dragged Paul out of the temple? (21:31)

They were seeking to kill him.

185. Who came to Paul's rescue? (21:31,32) The commander of the garrison heard of it, and he took soldiers and centurions to help.

186. With what did the commander of the garrison have Paul bound? (21:33)

Two chains

187. Where was Paul taken after he was bound? (21:34) The barracks

188. Why did the soldiers have to carry Paul up the stairs? (21:35)

Because of the violence of the mob

189. What nationality did the commander believe Paul was when he first saw him? (21:38) Egyptian

190. The commander had mistakenly thought Paul was the man who had raised an insurrection and led

how many assassins out into the wilderness? (21:38) 4,000

191. From what city was Paul? (21:39)

Tarsus

192. Whose permission did Paul receive to speak to the people? (21:40) The commander of the garrison

193. In what language did Paul speak to the people? (21:40)

Hebrew


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CHAPTER 22

194. What did Paul want the angry mob in Jerusalem to hear? (22:1)

His defense

195. Why did the angry crowd in Jerusalem keep silent as Paul spoke? (22:2) He spoke to them in Hebrew.

196. Where was Paul born? (22:3)

Tarsus, a city of Cilicia

197. At whose feet did Paul study? (22:3) Gamaliel

198. What did Paul tell the Jerusalem mob about his life before he was a Christian regarding how he

treated Christians? (22:4) "I persecuted this Way to the death, binding and delivering into prisons both men and women."

199. What was Paul's name before he became a Christian? (22:7) Saul

200. From whom did Saul get permission to persecute the Christians? (22:5) The high priest and council of elders gave him written authority.

201. To what city was Saul going when the great light shone on around him? (22:6)

Damascus

202. About what time was it when the great light shone on Saul? (22:6) Noon

203. When he fell to the ground, what did the voice say? (22:7)

"Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting Me?"

204. Whose voice was it that called out to Saul? (22:8) Jesus of Nazareth's

205. What did those with Saul see while on the road from Jerusalem to Damascus? (22:9)

They saw the light.

206. What did those with Saul hear while on the road from Jerusalem to Damascus? (22:9) Nothing, they did not hear the voice.

207. What instructions did Saul receive from the voice? (22:10) "Arise and go into Damascus, and there you will be told all things which are appointed for you to do."

208. What physical problem did Saul have after seeing the light? (22:11)

He was blind.

209. What devout man came to Saul in Damascus? (22:12) Ananias


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210. What was the first thing that Ananias said to Saul when he saw him? (22:13) "Brother Saul, receive your sight."

211. Who is the "Just One?" (22:14)

Jesus

212. Why did Ananias say that Saul had seen the Just One and heard the voice of His mouth? (22:14,15) To be “His witness to all men of what you have seen and heard.”

213. What did Ananias tell Saul he must do to be saved in Acts 22:16?

"And now why are you waiting? Arise and be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on the name of the Lord."

214. After his conversion, while in the temple of Jerusalem praying, in what state of mind did Paul find

himself? (22:17) A trance

215. What did the Lord tell Paul to do while he was in the Jerusalem temple after his conversion? (22:18)

"Make haste and get out of Jerusalem quickly."

216. What martyr's death did Saul witness before becoming a Christian? (22:20) Stephen's

217. During Stephen’s stoning, what did Saul do? (22:20)

Guarded the clothing of those who killed Stephen

218. After leaving Jerusalem, to what group of people did the Lord send Paul? (22:21) Gentiles

219. What did the angry mob in Jerusalem say when they heard Paul's story about his conversion? (22:22)

"Away with such a fellow from the earth, for he is not fit to live!"

220. What were the three reactions of the Jerusalem mob after hearing Paul's defense? (22:23) -They cried out. -They tore off their clothes. -They threw dust into the air.

221. How was Paul examined (questioned) by the order of the commander? (22:24)

Scourging

222. What did Paul say to the centurion while they were binding him with thongs? (22:25) "Is it lawful for you to scourge a man who is Roman, and uncondemned?"

223. Who did the centurion go to after learning that Paul was a Roman? (22:26)

The commander

224. How did Paul become a Roman citizen? (22:28) He was born a citizen.

225. Did the commander have Paul scourged? (22:29)

No

226. After being released by the commander, whom did Paul appear before? (22:30) The chief priests and all their council


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CHAPTER 23

227. In what did Paul tell the council he had lived all of his life? (23:1)

In all good conscience before God

228. What high priest ordered those who stood by Paul to strike him on the mouth? (23:2) Ananias

229. What kind of wall did Paul call the high priest? (23:3)

Whitewashed

230. When Paul rebuked the high priest, did he realize it was the high priest he was speaking to? (23:5) No

231. What two groups was Paul successful in dividing? (23:6,7)

-Pharisees -Sadducees

232. Of what group was Paul a member? (23:6)

Pharisees

233. Which group did not believe in the resurrection, angels, or spirits? (23:8) Sadducees

234. Where did the commander order Paul to be taken after the great division took place between the two

Jewish religious groups? (23:10) Into the barracks

235. Who said the following to Paul: "Be of good cheer, Paul . . . “? (23:11)

The Lord

236. Where did the Lord want Paul to go after the division between the Jews? (23:11) Rome

237. Some Jews took an oath that they would neither eat nor drink until they did what to Paul? (23:12-14)

Killed him

238. How many Jews had formed a conspiracy against Paul? (23:13) More than 40

239. Who heard about the ambush planned for Paul? (23:16)

Paul's sister's son (his nephew)

240. Where did Paul ask the centurion to take the one who had heard about the ambush? (23:17) To the commander

241. What request was made to the commander concerning Paul? (23:21)

When the Jews ask to see Paul, the commander should not yield to them.


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242. How many soldiers, horses, and spearmen were sent to guard Paul on his way to Caesarea? (23:23) -200 soldiers -70 horsemen -200 spearmen

243. In what hour of the night did Paul leave for Caesarea under careful guard? (23:23)

Third hour

244. Did Paul walk or ride on the journey to Caesarea? (23:23-24) He rode a horse (a mount).

245. To whom was Paul to be taken once he reached Caesarea? (23:24)

Felix the governor

246. What was the Commander’s name? (23:26) Claudius Lysias

247. Why did the commander send a letter to the governor in Jerusalem? (23:25-30)

To explain why he was sending Paul to Felix

248. At what time of the day did the soldiers take Paul to Antipatris? (23:31) By night

249. Who delivered Paul to Felix? (23:32)

The horsemen

250. From what province was Paul? (23:34) Cilicia

251. Where did the governor order Paul to be kept while they waited for his accusers? (23:35)

Herod's Praetorium


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CHAPTER 24

252. How many days did it take the high priest, Ananias, to arrive while Paul was being held by the

governor in Jerusalem? (24:1) 5 days

253. Who came with the high priest to Jerusalem to give evidence against Paul? (24:1)

Tertullus

254. What was Tertullus’ occupation? (24:1) An orator (lawyer)

255. What four accusations were brought against Paul by his accusers? (24:5,6)

1-He was a plague. 2-Created dissention among all the Jews throughout the world. 3-Ringleader of the sect of the Nazarenes. 4-Tried to profane the temple.

256. After the orator spoke about the accusations against Paul, who assented (joined the attack) to

everything? (24:9) The Jews

257. When the governor was questioning Paul, how many days had it been since he had gone up to

Jerusalem to worship? (24:11) 12

258. Did Paul say he was disputing with anyone in the Jerusalem temple or inciting the crowd? (24:12)

No

259. What had the Jews named the Christian movement? (24:14) The Way

260. To what extent did Paul believe the Law and the Prophets? (24:14)

He believed all things written in the Law and the Prophets.

261. Will the just or unjust be resurrected from the dead? (24:15) Both will be resurrected.

262. What did Paul always strive to have? (24:16)

A conscience without offense toward God and men

263. How did the Jews from Asia find Paul when he was in the temple? (24:18) Purified (He was keeping the Nazarite vow).

264. What one statement did Paul admit to making in the temple? (24:21)

One concerning the resurrection of the dead.

265. After hearing both sides of the argument, how did Felix terminate the hearing? (24:22) He adjourned until the commander arrived.

266. What was the commander’s name for whom Felix was waiting? (24:22)

Lysias


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267. Who was instructed to keep Paul but let him have some liberty and visits by friends? (24:23) The centurion

268. Who was the wife of Felix? (24:24)

Drusilla

269. Of what religion was Felix's wife? (24:24) Jewish

270. About what three things did Paul reason in the presence of Felix? (24:25)

1-Righteousness 2-Self control 3-Judgement to come

271. What was Felix's reaction to Paul's teaching? (24:25)

He was afraid and told Paul to go away, for "when I have a convenient time I will call for you."

272. Did Felix ever become a Christian? (24:27) We have no record of Felix ever becoming a Christian.

273. Who succeeded Felix? (24:27)

Porcius Festus

274. Why did Felix leave Paul bound? (24:27) To do the Jews a favor


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CHAPTER 25

275. Where did Festus go from Caesarea after three days in the province? (25:1)

Jerusalem

276. What did the Jews plan to do if Paul were transported to Jerusalem? (25:3) lay in ambush along the road and kill Paul

277. In what town did Festus keep Paul bound? (25:4)

in Caesarea

278. How long did Festus remain in Jerusalem before going back to Caesarea? (25:6) more than ten days

279. Who and what did Paul say that he had not offended? (25:8)

not against the law of the Jews, nor against the temple, nor against Caesar

280. What did Festus ask Paul about doing? (25:9) He asked Paul if he were willing to go to Jerusalem to be judged.

281. Where did Paul tell Festus he should be judged? (25:10)

at Caesar's judgement seat

282. To whom did Paul make his final appeal? (25:11,12) Caesar

283. With whom did Festus confer before sending Paul away? (25:12)

the council

284. A few days after Paul's trial before Festus, who came to Caesarea to greet Festus? (25:13) King Agrippa and Bernice

285. According to Festus, what man that died did Paul affirm to be alive? (25:19)

Jesus

286. What was the name of the Caesar at the time of Paul's trial before Festus? (25:21) Augustus

287. When Agrippa heard Festus' review of Paul's case, what was his response? (25:22)

He wanted to hear from Paul himself.

288. When did the King have the opportunity to hear Paul's defense? (25:22,23) the next day

289. For what reason did Festus send Paul before King Agrippa? (25:26,27)

He found nothing wrong with Paul, and he wanted something to write to Caesar.


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CHAPTER 26

290. What did Paul consider himself to be because he was answering for himself before Agrippa? (26:2)

happy

291. In what did Paul say Agrippa was an expert? (26:3) all customs and questions which have to do with the Jews

292. In what city did Paul live while growing up? (26:4)

Jerusalem

293. Of what religious sect was Paul a member before his conversion? (26:5) Pharisee

294. Why did Paul say he was being judged by Agrippa? (26:6)

for the hope of the promise made by God to their fathers

295. How many tribes were in Israel? (26:7) twelve

296. Whose name did Paul stand against while he was a Jew? (26:9)

Jesus of Nazareth

297. Whom did Paul say he had shut up in prison while a Jew? (26:10) saints

298. When those he put in prison were put to death, what did Paul say he did against them? (26:10)

cast his vote against them

299. Paul said he persecuted the Christians even in what kind of cities? (26:11) Foreign

300. To what city did Paul go with authority and commission from the chief priests? (26:12)

Damascus

301. What did Paul see in heaven on the road to Damascus? (26:13) a light, brighter than the sun

302. In what language did the voice speak to him on the road to Damascus? (26:14)

Hebrew

303. Against what did the voice tell Paul it was hard to kick? (26:14) the goads

304. Who spoke to Paul on the road to Damascus? (26:15)

Jesus

305. To what people did the voice tell Paul he was being sent? (26:17) Gentiles

306. What was Paul's response to the heavenly voice? (26:19)

He was obedient.


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307. What did Paul teach when he began to preach? (26:20) Repentance, turning to God, and doing works befitting repentance

308. Who did Paul say was the first to rise from the dead? (26:23)

Christ

309. What did Festus say learning was doing to Paul? (26:24) Much learning is driving him mad.

310. What kind of words did Paul confess to speaking? (24:25)

Words of truth and reason

311. What was Paul's answer to the question: "King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets?" (26:27) “I know that you do believe.”

312. What was King Agrippa's answer to Paul? (26:28)

“You almost persuade me to become a Christian.”

313. What did King Agrippa and those with him decide that Paul did not deserve? (26:31) Death or chains

314. If Paul had not appealed to Caesar, what did King Agrippa say could have been done with him?

(26:32) He might have been set free.


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CHAPTER 27

315. What was the name of the centurion with whom Paul and other prisoners were being sent to Caesar?

(27:1) Julius

316. To whose regiment did the centurion belong? (27:1)

Augustus'

317. What country was the destination of Paul and the other prisoners? (27:1) Italy

318. What Macedonian was with Paul's ship? (27:2)

Aristarchus

319. How did the centurion treat Paul when they arrived in Sidon? (27:3) He treated him kindly and gave him liberty to go to his friends and receive care.

320. Why did the ship sail under the shelter of Cyprus? (27:4)

The winds were contrary.

321. What kind of ship did the centurion find in the city of Myra? (27:5,6) an Alexandrian ship

322. After some difficulty sailing under the shelter of Crete, to what city did Paul's ship arrive? (27:8)

Fair Havens

323. What kind of warning did Paul give to those in charge of sailing the ship? (27:10) The voyage would end in disaster with the loss of cargo and lives.

324. Who persuaded the centurion to continue the voyage even though it was very dangerous? (27:11)

the helmsman

325. Where did the commander of Paul's ship wish to winter? (27:12) Phoenix, a harbor Crete

326. What was the tempestuous head wind called? (27:14)

Euroclydon

327. On which day of the terrible storm did those on board throw the tackle overboard? (27:19) third day

328. What did not appear for many days after the storm and just before Paul was shipwrecked? (27:20)

the sun nor stars

329. How many lives did Paul say would be lost because of the shipwreck? (27:22) none

330. Who told Paul not to be afraid because he was supposed to appear before Caesar? (27:23)

an angel of God


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331. How many nights did they spend on the ship before a wind drove them up and down in the Adriatic Sea? (27:27)

fourteen

332. How many anchors did the sailors try to drop from the stern because of their fear of running aground? (27:29)

four

333. On what did the sailors try to get away? (27:30) the skiff (life boat)

334. How many people were on the ship before it shipwrecked? (27:37) 276 people

335. After eating, what did they throw out to lighten the ship? (27:38)

the wheat

336. When the ship wrecked, what did the soldiers plan to do with the prisoners? (27:42) kill them so they wouldn't escape


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CHAPTER 28

337. What was the name of the island on which Paul was shipwrecked? (28:1)

Malta

338. How did the natives of the island respond to the ship's occupants after the shipwreck? (28:2) They showed unusual kindness and built them a fire.

339. What fastened on Paul's hand when he was gathering sticks? (28:3) a viper

340. What did the natives believe Paul to be when they saw the viper hanging on his hand? (28:4) a murderer

341. After being bitten by the viper, what was Paul's condition? (28:5) He suffered no harm.

342. A while after Paul was bitten by the viper and when nothing ill happened to him, what did the natives think Paul was? (28:6)

a god

343. Who was the leading citizen of the island on which Paul was shipwrecked? (28:7) Publius

344. What relative of the leading citizen was sick with fever and dysentery? (28:8) his father

345. How long did Paul stay on the island after being shipwrecked? (28:11) three months

346. What was the figurehead of the ship which Paul boarded after being shipwrecked? (28:11) Twin Brothers

347. Who came to meet Paul from as far as Appii Forum and Three Inns? (28:15) the brethren

348. How was Paul allowed to live as a prisoner in Rome? (28:16) He was permitted to live by himself with the soldier who guarded him.

349. After three days in Rome, whom did Paul call together? (28:17) The leaders of the Jews

350. For what hope did Paul say he was bound with chains? (28:20) the hope of Israel

351. What did the Jews in Rome hear about the sect (Christianity)? (28:22) It was spoken against everywhere

352. When Paul taught some of the Jews in Rome about Jesus, where did he go in scripture for his main proof? (28:23)

the Law of Moses and the Prophets


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353. What Old Testament Prophet wrote: "Hearing you will hear, and shall not understand; seeing you will see, and not perceive; For the heart of this people has grown dull. . .”? (28:26,27)

Isaiah

354. Paul told the Jews the following concerning what people: "Therefore let it be known to you that the salvation of God has been sent to the , and they will hear it!"? (28:28)

Gentiles

355. How long did Paul live in his own rented house? (28:30) two years

356. Who forbade Paul to preach in Rome? (28:31) no one

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KNOW THE CHAPTERS

Study the following events and know in which chapters each appears:

CHAPTER 15

The Jerusalem Conference

The Division over John Mark

CHAPTER 16

The Macedonian Call

Lydia Baptized at Philippi

The Philippian Jailer Saved

CHAPTER 17

In Thessalonica and Berea

The Philosophers at Athens

CHAPTER 18

Ministering at Corinth

Priscilla, Aquila, and Apollos

CHAPTER 19

Paul in Ephesus and the Riot

CHAPTER 20

Journeys in Greece

Eutychus Raised from the Dead at Troas

Paul's Farewell to the Ephesian Elders

CHAPTER 21

Journey to Jerusalem

Paul Arrested in the Temple

CHAPTER 22

Paul's Roman Citizenship

Paul before the Sanhedrin

CHAPTER 23

The Plot to Kill Paul

Paul Sent to Felix

CHAPTER 24

Paul's Trial before Felix

CHAPTER 25

Paul before Festus

Paul before Agrippa

CHAPTER 26

Paul's Early Life

Paul Recounts His Conversion

Agrippa Puts off Christ

CHAPTER 27

Paul's Voyage to Rome

The Storm and Shipwreck

CHAPTER 28

Paul on Malta

Paul Arrives at Rome and Preaches under Guard

Paul Addresses the Jerusalem Mob

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MEMORIZATION LIST

Memorize everything on the following pages.

Old Testament Books (A)

Days of Creation (B)

Sons of Jacob (C)

Ten Plagues (D)

Ten Commandments (E)

Judges of Israel (F)

23rd Psalm (G)

New Testament Books (H)

Twelve Apostles (I)

Beatitudes (J)

Lord's Prayer (K)

Great Commission (L)

Steps of Salvation (M)

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A. BOOKS OF THE OLD TESTAMENT (Tune:`The More we get together')

Let us sing the Books of Moses, of Moses, of Moses, Let us sing the Books of Moses, for he wrote the law. First, Genesis; second, Exodus; third, Leviticus; fourth, Numbers; And the fifth is Deuteronomy, the last of them all.

Let us sing the Books of History, of History, of History; Let us sing the Books of History, that tell of the Jews. There's Joshua and Judges and the story of Ruth; Then 1st and 2nd Samuel, and 1st and 2nd Kings; Then 1st and 2nd Chronicles which give us the records. Then Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther the queen.

Let us sing the Books of Poetry, of Poetry, of Poetry; Let us sing the Books of Poetry, the songs the Jews sang. Job the patient, Psalms of David, and the Proverbs of a wise one; And then Ecclesiastes and the Song of Solomon. Let us sing the Major Prophets, Major Prophets, Major Prophets; Let us sing the Major Prophets; they wrote five books in all. Isaiah, Jeremiah who wrote Lamentations; Then Ezekiel and Daniel, who were true to their God.

Let us sing the Minor Prophets, Minor Prophets, Minor Prophets; Let us sing the Minor Prophets, there were twelve of them all. Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi.

B. DAYS OF CREATION

Day one, day one, God made light when there was none; Day two, day two, God made clouds and skies of blue; Day three, day three, God made flowers and plants and trees. Day four, day four, God made sun and moon and stars galore. Day five, day five, God made birds and fish alive; Sixth day, sixth day God made animals and man that day. Day seven, day seven, God rested in his heaven.

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C. SONS OF JACOB (Tune: “Sing A Song of Sixpence”)

Jacob lived in Canaan; there he had twelve sons, Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Zebulun, Issachar and Asher, Naphtali, and Dan, Joseph, Gad, and Benjamin.

D. TEN PLAGUES (Exodus 7-12)

1) Water turning to blood 2) Frogs 3) Lice 4) Flies 5) Sickness of cattle 6) Boils on men and animals 7) Hail 8) Locusts 9) Darkness 10) Death of the firstborn

E. TEN COMMANDMENTS (Exodus 20)

1) You shall have no other gods before me. 2) You shall not make for yourself any carved image. 3) You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain. 4) Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy. 5) Honor your father and your mother. 6) You shall not murder. 7) You shall not commit adultery. 8) You shall not steal. 9) You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. 10) You shall not covet.

F. JUDGES OF ISRAEL

God sent Judges over Israel, One brave woman, fourteen men. They helped Israel fight their battles, led them back to God from sin. Othniel, Ehud, Shamgar, Deborah, Gideon, Abimelech, Tola, Jair, Jephthah, Ibzan, Elon, Abdon, Samson, Eli, Samuel.

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G. 23RD PSALM

1. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside the still waters. 3. He restores my soul; he leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake. 4. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You

are with me; your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. 5. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with

oil; my cup runs over. 6. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the

house of the LORD forever.

H. NEW TESTAMENT BOOKS

Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, Acts and the letter to the Romans, First and Second Corinthians, Galatians and Ephesians. Philippians, Colossians, First and Second Thessalonians, First and Second Timothy, Titus, and Philemon. Hebrews, James, First and Second Peter, First and Second and Third John, Jude and Revelation.

I. APOSTLES

Peter, Andrew, James, and John, Philip, Bartholomew, Thomas and Matthew, James, Simon, Thaddaeus, Judas, Matthias, and Paul

J. BEATITUDES (Matthew 5)

3 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. 5 Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. 6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled. 7 Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy. 8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. 9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. 10 Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the

kingdom of heaven. 11 Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil

against you falsely for My sake.

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K. THE LORD'S PRAYER (Matthew 6:9-13)

9 "In this manner, therefore, pray: our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name. 10 Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. 11 Give us this day our daily bread. 12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. 13 And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For Yours

is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.”

L. THE GREAT COMMISSION (Matthew 28:19-20)

"Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Amen.”

M. STEPS OF SALVATION (Memorize Step, Verse, and where it is found)

1) HEAR:

“How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher?” (Romans 10:14)

“So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” (Romans 10:17)

2) BELIEVE:

“Therefore I said to you that you will die in your sins; for if you do not believe that I am He, you will die in your sins.” (John 8:24)

3) REPENT:

“I tell you, no; but unless you repent you will all likewise perish.” (Luke 13:3)

4) CONFESS:

"For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation." (Romans 10:10)

5) BE BAPTIZED:

"He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned." (Mark 16:16)

6) BE FAITHFUL:

"[B]e faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life." (Revelation 2:10)

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