Grade Nine Bible Exam Review

Contextual readers believe some parts of the Bible, while literal readers believe every single word literally.

The four truths are: There is only one God; God planned everything; God created everything good; God made Sabbath holy.

Sin causes people to struggle with nature (weeds, thorns) and lose control of their bodies.

Sin alienates people from God, themselves, nature, other people, and other nations. Sin spreads like a forest fire.

God called Abraham to be the leader of the Israelites. He promised Abraham a great nation and land.

Moses was hidden in a basket to escape death as a baby. He fled Egypt after killing an Egyptian who was beating a Hebrew slave.

The Ten Commandments are: 1. Worship only me; 2. Don't use my name in vain; 3. Keep Sabbath holy; 4. Honor your parents; 5. Don't murder; 6. Don't commit adultery; 7. Don't steal; 8. Don't lie; 9. Don't covet another's wife; 10. Don't covet another's possessions.

The Gospels developed through three stages: Oral Tradition, Written Sources, and Final Writings.

The stages in which the gospels were developed:

1. Life Stage: The disciples witnessed and recorded Jesus' life and teachings.
2. Preaching Stage: Apostles proclaimed Jesus' message, sharing stories and interpretations.
3. Written Stage: Evangelists compiled accounts into the four Gospels, drawing from various sources.

Three key points in Luke's account of Jesus' birth:

1. Promised One: Jesus is identified as the Messiah, fulfilling prophecies.
2. Humble Beginnings: Born in poverty, not royalty, emphasizing God's choice of the ordinary.
3. Birth in a Cave: Symbolically connects to the cave of Bethlehem, reflecting humility and simplicity.

The three traditional ceremonies for Jewish males:

1. Circumcision: Symbolic entrance into the covenant community, signifying commitment to God.
2. Presentation: Baby is brought to the Temple, acknowledging God's sovereignty and the child's dedication.
3. Purification: Mother is cleansed after childbirth, signifying physical and spiritual restoration.

Three notable points about Jesus' crucifixion:

1. Prayer Amidst Pain: Demonstrates humility and trust in God even in suffering.
2. Temple Connection: The temple curtain tearing symbolizes the separation between God and humanity being removed through Jesus' sacrifice.
3. Roman Soldier's Faith: The Roman soldier acknowledges Jesus' divinity, indicating the power of the event.

A spiritual state of recognizing one's dependence on God. It characterizes those who acknowledge their need for salvation and are open to God's kingdom.

The realm of God's rule and presence in the hearts of believers. It signifies a spiritual state of righteousness, peace, and joy.

A process for making decisions, especially important ones, involving four key steps:

1. Seeing: Recognizing the need for a decision and understanding the situation.
2. Judging: Examining options, seeking wisdom, and weighing the potential consequences.
3. Acting: Choosing a course of action based on careful consideration and values.
4. Evaluating: Assessing the outcome, learning from mistakes, and adjusting future decisions.

Three principles guiding the evaluation of any decision:

1. God's Will: Assessing whether the decision aligns with God's purpose and plan.
2. Loving Action: Considering the potential impact on others and whether the decision promotes love.
3. Personal Growth: Reflecting on whether the decision contributes to spiritual maturity and a closer relationship with God.