JAMB UTME - Christian Religious Studies - 2019

To St. James, a doer of the word of God must learn to also__________

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According to St. James a doer of the word must learn to control his tongue, as anyone who cannot do this, deceives himself and his religion is in vain.

Since fervent prayers of the righteous has great power in its effects, Christians according to St. James must________

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Christians must confess their sins before God and take conscious steps to forsake them as the prayer of the righteous answers fervently.

Moses named the place where the Israelites drank water from the rock "Mesah and Meribah' particularly because---------

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Moses called the place, "Massah and Meribah' because the Israelites put God to proof by saying, "Is the Lord among us or not?

... updated Nehemiah about the state of Jerusalem while he was ...

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Hanai visited Nehemiah, a captive in Babylon and reported the state of Jerusalem to him.

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.

Peter healed Aeneas who had been bedridden for ____ years?

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Peter healed Aeneas who had been bedridden for eight years. Aeneas was a man who was paralyzed and unable to move or walk. According to the Bible, Peter went to his house and prayed for him, and Aeneas was instantly healed. This miracle showed the power of Jesus and the impact that his disciples were having on the people around them, spreading the message of hope and healing to all who needed it.

The model example for wives in Christian families according to St Peter is _____

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St. Peter's model for wives in Christian families is given in 1 Peter 3:1-6, where he instructs wives to be submissive to their husbands and to win them over with their conduct. In this passage, St. Peter mentions Sarah, the wife of Abraham, as an example of a wife who honored her husband and obeyed God. Sarah is seen as a model of obedience and respect for all Christian wives. She is also a symbol of the faithful and obedient wife who is a source of blessing for her husband and her household.

Jesus charged Christians to express love just as_______

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Christians are to show love to everyone as Jesus Christ did when he made the supreme sacrifice for mankind through the shedding of his blood 

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.

The core of St Paul's advice on dignity of Labour is that

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The core of St. Paul's advice on the dignity of labor is that Christians should be productive and work diligently in whatever occupation they have, as if they are working for the Lord. In the Bible, St. Paul emphasizes the importance of work and the need to avoid idleness. He encourages Christians to work hard, not just to support themselves, but also to support others who may be in need. St. Paul believed that labor was a way to honor God and to demonstrate love for others. In his letter to the Colossians, St. Paul wrote: "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving" (Colossians 3:23-24). St. Paul also worked hard himself, despite facing many challenges and difficulties, and encouraged others to follow his example. He wrote, "We were not idle when we were with you, nor did we eat anyone's food without paying for it. On the contrary, we worked night and day, laboring and toiling so that we would not be a burden to any of you" (2 Thessalonians 3:7-9). Thus, the core of St. Paul's advice on the dignity of labor is that Christians should work hard and be productive in their occupations, not just to support themselves, but also to serve others and honor God.

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.

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

"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.

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.

The Lord protected the Israelites with all but one of the following when the Egyptians chased them

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The Lord used his Angels, pillar of cloud and darkness to obstruct the view of the Egyptians when they pursued the Israelites

Jesus healed the lame man who had been sick for thirty-eight years at?

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Jesus healed the lame man who had been sick for thirty-eight years at the pool of Bethesda in Jerusalem. This is recorded in the book of John, chapter 5. In this story, Jesus encounters a man who had been an invalid for a long time and was unable to walk. He asked the man if he wanted to be healed, and when the man said yes, Jesus commanded him to get up, pick up his mat, and walk. The man was instantly healed and did as Jesus commanded. This event caused controversy because it was the Sabbath, and the religious leaders accused Jesus of breaking the Sabbath law by healing the man on that day. However, Jesus defended himself by saying that he was doing the work of his Father. This story is an example of Jesus' compassion and power to heal those who were sick and in need of physical and spiritual healing.

Summarily, St Paul in his teaching on 'New Life In Christ' advised Christains to ______

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St. Paul's teaching on 'New Life In Christ' is centered on the idea that believers should live a transformed life by turning away from their old ways and embracing a new way of living through faith in Jesus Christ. He advises Christians to dwell richly in the word of God, which is the source of spiritual nourishment and growth. By reading and meditating on the Scriptures, believers can gain a deeper understanding of God's will and purpose for their lives. Additionally, Paul encourages believers to pray for the grace of God, which is the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit that enables them to live a holy and righteous life. Finally, while Paul does not explicitly mention baptism, he emphasizes the importance of repentance and turning away from sin as part of the process of entering into a new life in Christ.

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 illustration of Satan, the adversary who prowls around seeking whom to devour, is particular to__________

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In St. Peter's teaching on humility, he advised that Christians be sober and watchful, for Satan, the adversary, prowls around seeking whom to devour.

One significance of St Paul's teaching on Resurrection is that__________

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The resurrection of Christ is the basis of the Christian Faith, it is the hope of salvation upon which Christians rely

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. 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. Paul had already boasted to the ______and for this reason he sent a reminder letter to the ______ on Christian giving

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The correct answer is: Macedonians, Corinthians. In the Bible, specifically in 2 Corinthians 8-9, the apostle Paul wrote to the Corinthians to remind them about their previous commitment to give to the collection for the poor in Jerusalem. He used the example of the Macedonian churches, who despite being in extreme poverty, had given generously to the same cause. Therefore, he urged the Corinthians to follow their example and give generously as well. So, St. Paul had already boasted to the Macedonians about the Corinthians' eagerness to give, and for this reason, he sent a reminder letter to the Corinthians on Christian giving.

St. Paul showed commitment as a means upon which forgiveness can effectively thrive by_______

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St.Paul demonstrated to Philemon that he truly wanted him to forgive Onesimus by undertaking the extra responsibility of paying whatever sum Onesimus owed

"Hosanna to the son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, Hosanna in the highest!" This was... account of the Triumphal Entry

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Matthew's synoptic account (in Matthew 21:9) is the authoritative answer to this. N.B: paying attention to little details a true quality of an Art and CRS student.

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

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'.

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 

"It shall be neither mine nor yours; divide it" what was to be divided?

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"It shall be neither mine nor yours; divide it" refers to a live baby that two women claimed as their own. This story is recorded in the Old Testament book of 1 Kings chapter 3, where King Solomon was faced with the difficult task of determining which of two women was the real mother of a baby. Both women claimed that the baby belonged to them, and Solomon had to decide who was telling the truth. His solution was to propose cutting the baby in half and giving each woman an equal share. The true mother's love for the child was revealed when she begged the king to spare the baby's life and give it to the other woman instead. Solomon then declared that the first woman, who was willing to give up her claim to the child rather than see it harmed, was the true mother. Therefore, the phrase "It shall be neither mine nor yours; divide it" refers to the live baby that King Solomon was called upon to judge and which he ultimately saved by revealing the true mother's identity.

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

To St Paul, Christians can prepare for the second coming of Christ by______

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All that Christians have to do in preparation for the second coming of Christ is to live righteous lives with strong faith in the redemptive work of Christ

The triumphal entry was in fulfilment of the prophecy of_______

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The triumphal entry refers to the event when Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey, just a few days before he was crucified. It is said to have fulfilled a prophecy from the Old Testament book of Zechariah. In Zechariah 9:9, it is written: "Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! Shout, Daughter Jerusalem! See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey." This prophecy was written hundreds of years before Jesus' birth and is believed by Christians to have been fulfilled by his triumphant entry into Jerusalem on a donkey, as recorded in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The people of Jerusalem, who were familiar with this prophecy, saw Jesus' entry on a donkey as a sign that he was the promised Messiah and King who would deliver them from their oppressors. They welcomed him with great joy and praised him as the Son of David, the rightful heir to the throne of Israel. Thus, the triumphal entry was seen as a significant event in the life of Jesus and in the fulfillment of biblical prophecy.

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.

"Do not be afraid; for I know what you seek, Jesus who was crucified..." This statement was made__________

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The statement "Do not be afraid; for I know what you seek, Jesus who was crucified..." was made by an angel to Mary Magdalene and the other Mary (the mother of James) who had come to Jesus' tomb on the morning of his resurrection. According to the Bible, after Jesus was crucified and buried, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to the tomb to anoint his body with spices. When they arrived, there was a great earthquake and an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, rolled back the stone from the tomb, and sat on it. The guards who were watching the tomb were terrified and became like dead men. The angel then spoke to the women, saying "Do not be afraid; for I know that you are looking for Jesus who has been crucified. He is not here, for He has risen, just as He said. Come, see the place where He was lying" (Matthew 28:5-6). The women were overjoyed at the news and hurried to tell the disciples, who later saw Jesus alive and were convinced of his resurrection. Thus, the statement "Do not be afraid; for I know what you seek, Jesus who was crucified..." was a message of comfort and assurance from the angel to Mary Magdalene and the other Mary, confirming the fulfillment of Jesus' promise to rise from the dead and providing them with evidence of his resurrection.

The model example in St. Paul teaching on humility is ______

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The model example in St. Paul's teaching on humility is Jesus Christ. In Philippians 2:5-8, Paul wrote about the importance of humility and the example that Jesus Christ set for us. He urged his readers to have the same attitude that Christ had, which involved putting the needs of others before our own and serving them with humility and love. Paul described Jesus as one who, "being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross!" (Philippians 2:6-8). This passage shows that Jesus, who was fully God, willingly took on human form and became a servant, putting the needs of others before his own. He humbled himself by submitting to death on a cross, even though he had the power to save himself. In doing so, Jesus set the ultimate example of humility and self-sacrifice, which serves as a model for all Christians to follow. Therefore, St. Paul's teaching on humility is centered around the example of Jesus Christ, who showed us the ultimate act of humility and selflessness through his life, death, and resurrection.

The Egyptians encamped at ____ when they pursued the Israelites

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The Egyptians encamped at Pi-ha-hi-roth when they pursued the Israelites. To understand this, we need to go back to the story of the Exodus in the Bible. According to the book of Exodus, the Israelites were slaves in Egypt and God chose Moses to lead them out of slavery and into the promised land. After a series of plagues and miracles, the Pharaoh finally let the Israelites go. However, soon after leaving Egypt, the Pharaoh changed his mind and pursued the Israelites with his army. The Israelites were trapped between the pursuing army and the Red Sea, but God miraculously parted the sea and allowed the Israelites to pass through safely. After the Israelites had crossed the Red Sea, the pursuing Egyptian army followed them into the sea, but God caused the waters to return and drown the army. The Bible says that the Egyptians encamped at Pi-ha-hi-roth before pursuing the Israelites, so that is where they were when they were drowned in the Red Sea.

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.

Only ...stated that the transfiguration took place eight days after Peter's confession of Jesus as the son of God.

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The synoptic record of Luke added that Christ's transfiguration took place 8 days after the Peter confessed Jesus as the son of God. (Luke 9:28).

Jeremiah prophesied God's punishment of the Israelites because they had_______

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Jeremiah prophesied God's punishment of the Israelites because they had compromised their worship and turned away from God. The Israelites had abandoned their faith and turned to idolatry, worshiping false gods and engaging in other sinful practices. This behavior was in direct violation of God's commands, and Jeremiah warned the people that their disobedience would lead to punishment and exile. In addition, the Israelites had also trampled on the needy and committed other injustices, which further angered God and contributed to his decision to punish them. However, it was primarily their abandonment of true worship that led to Jeremiah's prophesies of punishment.

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.