Answer key C.E.

1 Finals Exam

The first four books of the New Testament are known as the "gospels," and they were all written
between approximately 70 and 100 CE.

True.

Matthew, Mark, and Luke are called the "synoptic" gospels because they present a common view of
Jesus through many common sayings, parables, and events.

True.

The Gospel of John focuses more on the humanity of Christ in the context of a cosmic worldview.

False. The statement is incorrect. The Gospel of John focuses more on the divinity of Christ.

In Luke's account of Jesus' birth, he and Mary had to stay in a stable in Bethlehem because there was
no room at the inn.

True.

Matthew's gospel tells of wise men or astrologers who came from the East bringing gifts to honor the
newborn Jesus.

True.

All four gospels mention the childhood event of Jesus teaching the rabbis in the temple in Jerusalem
at the age of twelve.

True.

Jesus' baptism by John the Baptist marks the beginning of his public ministry of preaching, teaching,
and healing.

True.

Jesus' message during his ministry included teachings on repentance, turning to God, and a message
of God's generosity, forgiveness, love, and justice.

True.

Jesus performed miracles, including healing the sick, casting out demons, and bringing the dead back
to life.

True.

Jesus taught that the expected Kingdom of God was an earthly political kingdom.

False. The statement is incorrect. Jesus taught that the Kingdom of God would not be an earthly
political kingdom.

Jesus' disciples and many who heard him began to speak of Jesus as the long-awaited redeemer, the
Messiah, who would make the Kingdom of God a reality.

True.
Jesus was well-received by both the Roman rulers and Jewish leaders during his travels and preaching.

False. The statement is incorrect. Jesus angered both Roman rulers and Jewish leaders.

Jesus warned his followers of his coming death and gathered them for a last supper before he was
betrayed.

True.

Jesus was charged with blasphemy and executed by the Roman practice of crucifixion.

False. The statement is incorrect. Jesus was charged with sedition, not blasphemy.

According to all the gospel accounts, some women who followed Jesus went to his tomb early Sunday
morning and found it empty, with a figure in dazzling white announcing Jesus' resurrection.

True.

The Christian faith understands the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus as a profound affirmation of
God's presence, not limited to the first century but applicable throughout history.

True.
Explanation for False Statements:
Statement 3: The Gospel of John focuses more on the divinity of Christ, not his humanity.
Statement 10: Jesus taught that the Kingdom of God would not be an earthly political kingdom, but a
reign of justice for the poor and liberation for the oppressed.
Statement 12: Jesus angered both Roman rulers and Jewish leaders during his travels and preaching.
Statement 14: Jesus was charged with sedition, not blasphemy.

The birth name of Paul is Saul.

True.

Paul was born in Jerusalem.

False. The statement is incorrect. Paul was born in the city of Tarsus.

Paul's early religious training was led by the Pharisee Nicodemus.

False. The statement is incorrect. Paul's early religious training was led by the well-known and
respected Pharisee Gamaliel.

Paul led the first great wave of persecution against the early church after witnessing the stoning of
Peter.

False. The statement is incorrect. Paul led the first great wave of persecution against the early church
after witnessing the stoning of Stephen.

During his trip to Damascus, a voice from heaven asked Paul, "Saul, Saul, why do you persecute Me?"

True.

After his conversion, Paul transformed into a hyperactive-like quest to spread the gospel worldwide.

True.
Paul personally taught Jesus for three years while living in Arabia.

False. The statement is incorrect. It was mentioned that Paul was personally taught by Jesus for three
years while living in Arabia, but it wasn't specified that Jesus Himself was physically present during
this time.

Paul resurrected at least one person from the dead during his ministry.

True.

Paul endured a total of more than five years in prison during his ministry.

True.

The conversion of Paul occurred when he saw a vision of Jesus on the road to Rome.

False. The statement is incorrect. The conversion of Paul occurred when he saw a vision of Jesus on
the road to Damascus.
Explanation for False Statements:
Statement 2: Paul was born in the city of Tarsus, not Jerusalem.
Statement 3: Paul's early religious training was led by Gamaliel, not Nicodemus.
Statement 4: Paul led the first great wave of persecution against the early church after witnessing the
stoning of Stephen, not Peter.
Statement 7: While Paul spent time in Arabia, it wasn't explicitly stated that Jesus was physically
present during this time. The details of this period are not explicitly provided in the text.

The Prayer of Thanksgiving is primarily about asking God for what we need without expressing
gratitude.

False. The statement is incorrect. The Prayer of Thanksgiving involves asking God for what we need
with a thankful heart.

The Prayer of Worship focuses more on what we need from God rather than recognizing His majesty.

False. The statement is incorrect. The Prayer of Worship emphasizes recognizing the majesty of God
and humbling ourselves in worship, sometimes with fasting.

Prayer of Intercession means praying only for oneself.

False. The statement is incorrect. Prayer of Intercession involves praying for others, walking in love for
them, and following biblical instruction.

Prayer of Consecration is about doing our own will without seeking God's guidance.

False. The statement is incorrect. Prayer of Consecration involves setting ourselves under the
authority and will of God, even when we don't know what His will is or when we know it will be
difficult.

Prayer of Faith is praying without knowledge of God's will.

False. The statement is incorrect. Prayer of Faith is praying with the knowledge of God's will, and it
involves faith in what God has already revealed in His Word.

Prayer of Agreement is not emphasized in the New Testament.

False. The statement is incorrect. In the New Testament, Jesus mentions that if two believers on earth
agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by the Father in heaven (Matthew 18:19).

The Holy Spirit does not help believers in their weakness or intercede for them.

False. The statement is incorrect. According to Romans 8:26-27, the Holy Spirit helps believers in their
weakness and intercedes for them with wordless groans.

Praying all the time is discouraged in the Bible.

False. The statement is incorrect. In 1 Thessalonians 5:17, believers are encouraged to "never stop
praying."
Explanation for False Statements:
Statement 1: The Prayer of Thanksgiving involves asking with a thankful heart.
Statement 2: The Prayer of Worship emphasizes recognizing the majesty of God.
Statement 3: Prayer of Intercession involves praying for others, not just oneself.
Statement 4: Prayer of Consecration involves submitting to God's will, not doing our own will.
Statement 5: Prayer of Faith is based on knowing God's will.
Statement 6: Prayer of Agreement is emphasized in the New Testament.
Statement 7: The Holy Spirit helps and intercedes for believers.
Statement 8: Praying all the time is encouraged in the Bible.

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