Presented January 24, 2010 in the Evening
As we work to have a good understanding of who God is, try out this quiz. The answers are covered in the audio below, presented on Sunday Evening.
Quiz 1: The Word of God – See how you score.
1. We can use the phrase “The Word of God” in five legitimate senses. List them and give biblical examples.
2. What is the primary purpose of revelation? What is it that God desires to communication through his word?
3. What is the definition of the word “canon”? Is the canon “determined” or “recognized” by the church? Why is it important?
4. What is the earliest collection of the written words of God?
5. Why is the Apocrypha not included in Protestant Bibles?
6. What consistent characteristics do those who penned the New Testament share?
7. List two places that New Testament books reveal that the authors considered other New Testament books to be inspired/authoritative Scripture.
8. The earliest complete list of canonical New Testament books shows up in which century?
9. List at least two Scripture passages that indicate that there can be no more books added to the Bible.
10. How do we know that the Gnostic writings, referenced by Time Life publishers and more recently Dan Brown, are not Scriptural?
Terms to Know:
Apocrypha, Apostle, Canon, Canonical, God-breathed, “The History of Redemption”
If you’re interested in a copy of the handout presented during the message, speak to Pastor Steve.
You can download the mp3 HERE.