JAMB UTME - Christian Religious Studies - 2019

The essence of St. Paul's teaching on Law and Grace is that___________

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The essence of St. Paul's teaching on Law and Grace is that observance of the law is not sufficient for salvation, but it is only through God's grace that Christians can be saved. Paul believed that following the law is important, but it cannot bring salvation because no one can perfectly keep the law. Therefore, it is only through faith in Jesus Christ and the grace of God that one can be redeemed and receive eternal life. However, this does not mean that Christians can continue in sin, but rather they are called to live a life of righteousness, obedience to God's commands, and to work out their salvation with fear and trembling.

"For the men in the ship knew that he was fleeing from the presence of the Lord". The person referred to in this statement is________

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The person referred to in the statement is Jonah. The statement is a reference to the Biblical story of Jonah, who was a prophet in ancient Israel. In the story, Jonah was commanded by God to go to the city of Nineveh to preach against its wickedness. However, Jonah didn't want to do this and instead decided to flee on a ship to Tarshish. During the journey, a great storm arose, and the men on the ship became fearful for their lives. They eventually realized that Jonah was the cause of the storm because he was running away from God's command, and they threw him overboard to appease God. Jonah was then swallowed by a great fish, and after three days and nights, he was vomited onto the shore by the fish. Therefore, the phrase "For the men in the ship knew that he was fleeing from the presence of the Lord" refers to the realization of the sailors that Jonah was trying to escape from God's will, which caused the storm to come upon them.

St Paul, in 'Law and Grace', although man was condemned, he has been redeemed through the ____

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St. Paul in 'Law and Grace' explains that although man was condemned due to sin, he has been redeemed through the grace of God. This means that even though we have failed to live up to God's standards, God has extended his unmerited favor and love towards us through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. This redemption is not based on our own efforts or good works, but solely on the grace of God, which is given to us freely by faith in Jesus Christ. So, in simple terms, St. Paul is saying that we are saved by the grace of God and not by our own merit or good works.

The core of Saul's disobedience was that_____________

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Saul actually carried out Gods assignment to destroy Amalek. The gist of his disobedience was that he didn't perform this assignment according to the prescribed instructions, he spared Agag and reserved choice animals for himself 

A Christian can demonstrate that he is light of the world by___________

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A Christian can demonstrate that they are the light of the world by living a life that reflects the teachings of Jesus Christ. This includes: - Advocating for the meek and helping those who are in need, being merciful and compassionate towards others. - Being committed to personal growth and improvement, striving to become a better person each day. - Upholding good moral values, such as honesty, integrity, and treating others with kindness and respect. By living in this way, a Christian can be a shining example of the love and grace of God, spreading hope and joy to those around them. They can be a source of light in a dark world, helping to bring peace and happiness to those in need.

St. Paul's teaching on forgiveness primarily shows that________

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St Paul emphasized the reception of Onesimus back by Philemon despite his inadequacies, that he (Paul) will cover the costs. But this time, not as a mere servant but as a brother in the Lord

St. Peter's teaching on Civic Responsibility centers upon_____

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St. Peter's teaching on Civic Responsibility centers upon Good Citizenship. St. Peter emphasizes that Christians should be model citizens who obey the laws of the land, respect authorities, and contribute to the welfare of society. He encourages believers to live in a way that promotes the common good and to be responsible members of their communities. This includes paying taxes, serving in public office, and actively participating in civic life. St. Peter's teaching on Good Citizenship recognizes the importance of contributing positively to society and promoting the well-being of others, which aligns with the broader Christian value of loving one's neighbor as oneself.

According to St Paul, God sent the spirit of his son into men's heart-----

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In ST Paul's teaching on Christians as sons and heirs of God, God sent the spirit of his Son into men's hearts crying. "Abba! Father!" and in effect making Christians sons and heirs of God rather being slaves

One of the following is not a quality of good discipleship________

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"Exuberance" is not a necessary quality of good discipleship. Good discipleship is characterized by qualities such as self-denial, where one is willing to give up their own interests and desires for the sake of following their spiritual leader or beliefs. Total commitment means being fully devoted and dedicated to the cause. However, exuberance refers to excessive excitement and enthusiasm, which is not necessarily a requirement for good discipleship. It is possible to be a good disciple without being overly energetic and enthusiastic. What is more important is a person's actions and behaviors, which should align with the principles and values of their faith.

St James teaching on impartiality centers on________

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St James teaching on impartiality centers on the principle of loving our neighbours as ourselves in all situations. In his letter, he emphasizes the importance of treating everyone equally, regardless of their social status, wealth, or any other distinguishing factor. He urges Christians not to show favoritism to the rich over the poor, and not to judge people based on outward appearances. According to St James, impartiality is an essential aspect of Christian living and is demonstrated by acts of kindness, generosity, and compassion towards others. Christians are called to show love to their neighbors, not only in words but also in deeds, and to actively seek out opportunities to serve and bless others. Therefore, St James teaches that Christians should love and care for all people, regardless of their background or circumstances, and that true faith is demonstrated by living out this principle of impartiality in our daily lives.

One of the most significant lessons from the healing of the Centurion's Servant is that ____________

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Despite the fact that the Centurion was a Roman and not a Jew, Jesus healed his servant. This shows that salvation is open to all. NB; It was the Centurion's level of faith that Inspired this miracle and nor the Faith of his servant 

One derivative lesson from the story of Gehazi'z greed is that_______

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Ghazi not only destroyed himself but also ruined the lives of his descendants (The curse of leprosy upon him and his generations forever) as a result of greed and dishonesty.

The name "Jezreel" is a representation of ______

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The name "Jezreel" represents the punishment to come unto the royal house. In the Old Testament, Jezreel was a city in Israel that became associated with God's judgment upon the ruling family of King Ahab and Queen Jezebel, due to their wickedness and disobedience. The prophet Hosea also named his son "Jezreel" as a symbolic act to indicate that God would soon punish the royal house of Israel for their sins, just as He had punished the house of Ahab in Jezreel. Therefore, the name "Jezreel" signifies divine judgment and punishment.

God instructed Saul to utterly destroy Amalek because___________

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God instructed Saul to utterly destroy Amalek because its people opposed the Israelites on the way after departing Egypt. In the Old Testament, the Amalekites were a people who attacked the Israelites in the wilderness after they had left Egypt, and continued to harass them throughout their journey. God's command to destroy the Amalekites was a punishment for their unprovoked aggression and hostility towards Israel. This command was given to Saul, the first king of Israel, who was expected to carry out God's judgment in obedience to His word. However, Saul failed to fully obey God's instructions, sparing the Amalekite king and some of the spoils of war, which ultimately led to his downfall. Therefore, God's command to destroy the Amalekites was a judgment for their opposition to His chosen people, the Israelites.

Peter refuted the mockery of drunkenness of the disciples by referring to the prophecy of________

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The correct answer is "Joel." Peter was speaking to the crowd on the day of Pentecost, after the Holy Spirit had come upon the disciples and they were speaking in tongues. Some people in the crowd accused the disciples of being drunk, but Peter explained that this was not the case. Instead, he pointed to the prophecy of Joel, which said that in the last days, God would pour out His Spirit on all people, and they would prophesy and speak in tongues. So, Peter was using the prophecy of Joel to show that the events of that day were not a result of drunkenness, but were the fulfillment of God's promise to pour out His Spirit on all people. This was a powerful way for Peter to refute the accusations against the disciples and to show that what was happening was a work of God, not the result of any human effort. In summary, Peter referenced the prophecy of Joel to show that the events of that day were a fulfillment of God's promise and not a result of drunkenness.

The Last Supper refers the last meal Jesus had with His disciples immediately before His_____

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Jesus ate the Last Supper with His disciples before His betrayal and arrest.

Paul taught that spiritual gifts in all their varieties emanate from___________

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Paul taught that spiritual gifts in all their varieties emanate from the one Spirit of God. In 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, Paul emphasizes that the gifts of the Spirit come from the same source, which is God. He also notes that there are different varieties of gifts, but they all come from the same Spirit. The gifts are given for the common good of the church, to build up the body of Christ. Paul emphasizes that no one gift is more important than another and that they are all necessary for the functioning of the church as a whole. He stresses the unity of the body of Christ and how each member of the church has a unique role to play. Therefore, Paul's teaching emphasizes that spiritual gifts come from the one Spirit of God and are given for the benefit of the entire church, reflecting God's diversity and unity.

When Ezekiel was called, he was shown a scroll on which were written words of______

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When Ezekiel was called, he was shown a scroll on which were written words of lamentations, mourning, and woe. Ezekiel was a prophet in the Bible who received a calling from God to prophesy to the exiled Israelites in Babylon. In the book of Ezekiel, it is written that when he was called, he saw a vision of God's glory and heard a voice speaking to him. The voice instructed him to eat a scroll, which he did. The scroll contained words of lamentation, mourning, and woe. These words are associated with the judgment that God was bringing upon Israel for their disobedience and idolatry. The words of lamentation expressed sorrow over the destruction that was coming, the words of mourning expressed grief over the loss of life that would occur, and the words of woe expressed warning of the impending disaster. Thus, the scroll that Ezekiel saw and ate symbolized the message of judgment that he was to deliver to the exiled Israelites, calling them to repent and turn back to God before it was too late.

When Jesus healed the paralytic, the anger of the scribes was aroused by His_______

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The scribes were angered by Jesus' statement 'my son, your sins are forgiven' when He healed the paralytic. To them, such statement was blasphemous, as it is only God that can forgive sins.

In the Gospel according to St. Matthew, Jesus sent His disciples to______

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Jesus sent the disciples to the lost sheep of the house of Israel, the Jews, according to the report of St. Matthew. (Matthew 10:5-6)

Paul advised the young in his teaching on interpersonal relationship among Christains to ________

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The youth according to ST Peter should be respectful and submissive to the elders in the Church. Whilst the elders lead exemplary lives 

One of the following is not a condition for effective prayer according to St James_____

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Lowliness is not considered a condition for effective prayer by Christians according to St Jame

St Paul's epistle to the Philippians on "Christian Giving' indicated his reception of gifts from them through________

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St. Paul's epistle to the Philippians on "Christian Giving" indicated his reception of gifts from them through Epaphroditus. In his letter to the Philippians, Paul wrote about the importance of Christian giving and thanked the Philippians for their generosity in supporting his ministry. He mentioned that they had sent him gifts on several occasions, and he expressed his gratitude for their kindness. Paul specifically mentions in Philippians 4:18 that the Philippians' gifts were delivered to him by Epaphroditus, who was a member of the Philippian church and who had been sent by the Philippians to bring their gifts to Paul while he was in prison. In Philippians 2:25-30, Paul also spoke highly of Epaphroditus and praised him for his service to the church. Through these passages, it is clear that the gifts from the Philippians were delivered to Paul by Epaphroditus, who was a trusted member of the Philippian church and who had been sent specifically to deliver the gifts to Paul while he was in prison. This shows the close relationship between Paul and the Philippians and their commitment to supporting one another in their shared mission to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ.

In Matthew's account, John the Baptist's immediate reaction when Jesus came to be baptized was to_______

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In Matthew's account, John the Baptist's immediate reaction when Jesus came to be baptized was to ask that Jesus should rather baptize him. John the Baptist recognized Jesus as the Son of God and knew that he was not worthy to baptize Him. In Matthew 3:14-15, it says, "But John tried to deter him, saying, 'I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?' Jesus replied, 'Let it be so now; it is proper for us to do this to fulfill all righteousness.'" By asking Jesus to baptize him instead, John was acknowledging the authority of Jesus and the superiority of His divine status. Jesus' response also shows that it was necessary for Him to be baptized to fulfill all righteousness, which was the plan of God. Therefore, John's immediate reaction was to recognize and submit to Jesus' authority and to fulfill God's plan for righteousness.

"What you sow does not come to life unless it dies". This was______

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St. Paul used this statement as to charge Christians to logically respond to the unbelievers in Christ's resurrection.

The intent of the their temptation of Christ was to____________

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By asking Jesus to fall down and bow to him, after showing him all the kingdoms of the world, Satan wanted Jesus to derail from his focus on the kingdom of God to the possession and control of his worldly kingdoms.

"For I desire steadfast love and not sacrifice..." this statement relates to the______

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Response of Israel to the genuiness of God's love is the correct answer. In the message of Hosea on 'Divine Love', God issued the above statement to indicate that he prefered steadfast love to burnt offerings.

"I am the resurrection and the life, he who believes in me, though he dies, yet shall he live". Jesus directed this statement to

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The statement "I am the resurrection and the life, he who believes in me, though he dies, yet shall he live" was directed by Jesus to Martha, the sister of Lazarus, after Lazarus had died and was buried. According to the Bible, Lazarus was a friend of Jesus and had become seriously ill. When Jesus arrived, Lazarus had already died and had been in the tomb for four days. Martha and her sister Mary were mourning the loss of their brother, but when Jesus arrived, Martha went out to meet him. During their conversation, Jesus declared that he was the resurrection and the life, and asked Martha if she believed in him. Martha responded by affirming her faith in Jesus and his power to bring her brother back to life. Jesus then went to the tomb, commanded Lazarus to come out, and miraculously raised him from the dead, fulfilling his promise that those who believe in him, even if they die, shall live. Thus, the statement "I am the resurrection and the life, he who believes in me, though he dies, yet shall he live" was a powerful declaration by Jesus of his divinity and his ability to grant eternal life to those who believe in him, even in the face of death.

One of the most significant lessons from the emergence of Deborah as a leader is that_________

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One of the most significant lessons from the emergence of Deborah as a leader is that gender difference isn't a limitation to leadership. Deborah was a prophetess and judge who led the Israelites during a time of oppression by the Canaanites. Despite living in a patriarchal society where men were typically the leaders, Deborah's wisdom and courage were recognized and respected by both men and women. Her leadership not only resulted in the defeat of their enemies but also brought peace to the land for forty years. Therefore, the lesson from Deborah's emergence as a leader is that one's gender should not be a limiting factor in leadership. What matters most is one's ability, character, and commitment to lead effectively.

According to St James, 'He who keeps the whole law and fails in one is guilty of....'

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St James advised Christians against partiality and corruption, saying that if they keep the whole law and fail in one by showing partiality

Josiah sent _____the priest to inquire of the Lord from Huldah

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Josiah sent Hilkiah the priest to inquire of the Lord from Huldah. King Josiah of Judah was concerned about the spiritual state of his kingdom, and so he sent Hilkiah to seek guidance from the prophetess Huldah. Huldah was a woman known for her spiritual insight and wisdom, and Josiah believed that she could provide him with the guidance he needed. When Hilkiah visited Huldah, she confirmed that the kingdom was indeed in a state of spiritual decline, but she also delivered a message of hope, telling Josiah that if he repented and turned back to the Lord, the Lord would spare the kingdom from the judgment it deserved. This story is a reminder of the importance of seeking guidance from God, and of the power of repentance and faith to bring about renewal and restoration.

The most significant lesson at the scene of the Israelites' blame of Moses in their struggle and escape from Egypt is that___________

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Moses' courage and confidence in God, even though there was to certainty of safety for the Israelites at the red sea as the Eyptians chased after them, is a stand-alone lesson to hold on to from the story.

"Who do men say that the Son of man is?" Jesus asked this question

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The emphasis of Jesus by asking the question in plainly in the context of the Great Confession and to show that popular thinking of the people doesn't count in honouring Him as a Messiah.

At about the ... hour, Jesus cried with a loud voice "Eli Eli lama sabach - thani".

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At about the ninth hour, Jesus cried with a loud voice 'My God, my God why has thou forsaken me.'

On the ________day, the child was _______and named Jesus

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Nebuchadnezzer king of Babylon invaded Jerusalem and carried away all the treasures of the temple during the reign of_________

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The invasion of Jerusalem by Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon, and the carrying away of the treasures of the temple occurred during the reign of Jehoiachin. Jehoiachin was the son of King Jehoiakim and the grandson of King Josiah. He became king of Judah at the age of 18 and reigned for only three months before he surrendered to Nebuchadnezzar and was taken captive to Babylon along with many of the people of Judah. During the invasion, Nebuchadnezzar looted the temple in Jerusalem, taking away many of its treasures, including the golden vessels that had been used in worship. He also destroyed the temple and the city walls, and exiled many of the people of Judah to Babylon, leading to a period of exile for the Jewish people. In summary, Nebuchadnezzar's invasion and looting of the temple in Jerusalem occurred during the reign of Jehoiachin, the son of King Jehoiakim.

God charged man to 'be fruitful, and multiply, and .... the earth, and subdue it'. (1st creation story)

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The authoritative answer is 'replenish'. See- Genesis 1:28.

St. James in the teaching on faith and work gave the analogy of _______

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St James liked his teaching on Faith and work to the situation of a hungry man who approached his fellow Christian for help but who was rather told to "Go in Peace; be warmed and filled'.

The core of Saul's disobedience was that__________

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Saul actually carried out God's assignment to destroy Amalek. The gist of his disobedience was that he didn't perform this assignment according to the prescribed instructions, he spared Agag and reserved choice animals for himself

Which of the following was Pilate's question to Jesus at his trial?

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Pilate's question to Jesus at his trial was "Are you the king of the Jews?" Pilate was the Roman governor of Judea who presided over the trial of Jesus. During the trial, Pilate asked Jesus if He was the king of the Jews, which was a political charge brought against Him by the religious leaders. This question was significant because it put Jesus in a difficult position, as claiming to be the king of the Jews would be seen as a challenge to the authority of the Roman Empire. In response to Pilate's question, Jesus answered, "My kingdom is not of this world." This answer conveyed that Jesus was not a political or military leader, but rather a spiritual leader who came to offer salvation and eternal life to all who would believe in Him.