10 Questions
Who declared that there is no greater prophet than John the Baptist?
The Lord Jesus Christ
What was the purpose of John the Baptist's ministry according to the text?
To prepare the way for Jesus Christ
What did Job's trials provide evidence of, as mentioned in the text?
That true believers can endure hardships by God's will
What did Esther's courage prevent according to the text?
The total annihilation of Jewish people
Where do believers of Christ ultimately belong?
Heaven
What did Ruth offer that eventually led to her being part of the lineage of Jesus Christ?
Love, loyalty, obedience, and commitment to God
Why would the whole nation of Israel have been annihilated if Esther did not stand up for God's people?
Because of Haman's plot against the Jews
According to Job, how did he expect to come forth after being tried?
As gold
What always accompanies divine promotion according to the text?
Making a serious stand for the Lord
What was the main thing Daniel and the three Hebrew children had in common that led to divine promotion according to the text?
Their strong faith and willingness to stand for the Lord
Study Notes
Standing Firm in Faith
- God provides the strength to overcome and triumph in the face of great danger.
- He gives boldness and victory beyond imagination.
The Beheading of John the Baptist
- John the Baptist's death was cruel and senseless, but his service to God was not worthless.
- Jesus highly honored John, declaring him the greatest prophet among those born of women.
- God chose John, giving him his name, life, and ministry to prepare the way for Jesus.
The Coming of the Savior
- Jesus' life was filled with sorrow, suffering, and humiliation, but He didn't give up on humanity.
- He suffered and died to give us eternal life and redeem us.
Results of Unlikely Events
- Joseph's life led to Israel finding temporary refuge in Egypt.
- Moses' experience prepared him to deliver Israel.
- Ruth's obedience revealed God's redemptive plan, including non-Israelites.
- Esther's courage prevented the annihilation of the Jewish people.
- Job's trials proved that believers can endure hardships and live above the world.
- Daniel's firm stand led to recognition and worship of the true and living God.
Standouts of Faith
- The obedience of Ruth showed that commitment to God leads to great blessings.
- The bravery of Esther saved the Jewish nation and paved the way for Jesus' birth.
- The trials of Job demonstrated that faith can overcome even the most difficult times.
- The stand of Daniel and the Three Hebrew Children showed that divine promotion comes from standing firm for the Lord.
Test your knowledge on the stories of Ruth's obedience and Esther's bravery from the Bible. Explore the profound examples of love, loyalty, obedience, and commitment shown by these women.
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