JAMB UTME - Christian Religious Studies - 2018

In order that Benjamin might be brought to Egypt Joseph detained__________________

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In order that Benjamin might be brought to Egypt, Joseph detained Simeon. Joseph was a high-ranking official in Egypt and had become separated from his family when he was sold into slavery. He later rose to a powerful position in Egypt and his brothers came to him seeking food during a famine. Joseph, wanting to test his brothers, asked them to bring their youngest brother Benjamin to Egypt. However, the brothers were reluctant to do so, so Joseph detained Simeon until they returned with Benjamin to prove their sincerity.

According to the Book of Romans, they that are in the flesh cannot …………?

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According to the Book of Romans, they that are in the flesh cannot please God. This means that people who are controlled by their physical desires and worldly thoughts cannot live a life that is pleasing to God. It is believed that true worship and pleasing God come from having a spiritual mindset and being guided by the Holy Spirit, not just physical actions.

The main reason why peter and John were arrested by the officers of the temple after they had cured the lame man at the gate called beautiful was that they___________

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The main reason why Peter and John were arrested by the officers of the temple was because they proclaimed in Jesus the resurrection. They were healing a man who was lame from birth and the people were amazed by this miracle. When the people asked Peter and John how they had done this, they told them it was through the power of Jesus and that he had risen from the dead. This message of the resurrection of Jesus was a direct challenge to the religious leaders of the time and they arrested Peter and John to stop them from spreading this message.

When did the Israelites say 'All that the Lord has spoken we will do?"

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The Israelites said "All that the Lord has spoken we will do" at Mount Sinai. This statement is found in Exodus 19:8, where the Israelites were gathered at the foot of Mount Sinai and God had just given them the Ten Commandments. The people responded with this statement, indicating their willingness to obey God's commandments and follow His laws. However, as the story unfolds in the following chapters of Exodus and throughout the rest of the Old Testament, it becomes clear that the Israelites struggled to keep their promise, and frequently turned away from God's commandments.

When Christians give freely, God will supply

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The statement "when Christians give freely, God will supply" is based on a biblical principle that can be found in 2 Corinthians 9:6-8. This principle emphasizes that when Christians give generously and cheerfully to help others, God will provide for their needs in return. This does not mean that God will only supply the needs of those who give or that their needs will be based on the measure they give. Rather, it means that God is faithful and will provide for the needs of His people according to His riches in glory. The provision may come in different ways, and it may not always be immediate or in the form that we expect, but God promises to take care of His people. In essence, Christians are called to trust God and be generous with what they have, knowing that their giving will not go unnoticed or unappreciated. They can have the confidence that God will provide for them day by day as they seek to live out their faith and love others in practical ways.

According to james, judgment is without mercy to one who shows no mercy, yet mercy triumphs over 

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According to James, in his letter found in the New Testament of the Bible, "judgment is without mercy to one who shows no mercy." This means that if someone is not willing to show mercy to others, they can't expect to receive mercy when they themselves are judged. However, James also states that "mercy triumphs," which means that showing mercy is more powerful and important than any kind of judgment or punishment. In other words, being merciful towards others is the right way to live and can ultimately lead to positive outcomes. So, to summarize, if someone is not willing to show mercy to others, they cannot expect to receive mercy when they are judged. But, if someone is merciful towards others, they will experience the triumph of mercy over judgment.

"Arise, be gone." This statement was made by Amnon when

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The statement "Arise, be gone" was made by Amnon after he had raped his half-sister Tamar. Amnon, who was David's son, was filled with lust for Tamar, and after he tricked her into coming to his room, he raped her. After he was done, he told her to leave, using the words "Arise, be gone." This happened in 2 Samuel 13:15-19 in the Bible.

Who wrote the book of Genesis?

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The book of Genesis was not written by any one person named David, Samuel, or Abraham. It is generally believed to have been written by multiple authors over many centuries, with the final version being compiled and edited by the Israelites in the 5th century BCE. The most widely held belief is that the book of Genesis was primarily written by Moses, who was a leader and prophet of the Israelites. According to the Bible, Moses received the stories and laws contained in Genesis directly from God and wrote them down as a record of the early history of humanity and the Israelites. So, in summary, the book of Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses, but it is likely the result of contributions from multiple authors over time.

The angel of the Lord told Zachariah that a son be born to him and that the son would_____________

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"But the angel said to him: “Do not be afraid, Zechariah; your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to call him John. He will be a joy and delight to you, and many will rejoice because of his birth, for he will be great in the sight of the Lord. He is never to take wine or other fermented drink, and he will be filled with the Holy Spirit even before he is born. He will bring back many of the people of Israel to the Lord their God. And he will go on before the Lord, in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the parents to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the righteous to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.”" (Luke 1:13-17)

Rahab the harlot assisted the Israelites spies as they prepare to attack_______________

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Rahab the harlot assisted the Israelite spies as they prepared to attack Jericho. In the Bible, the story of Rahab is found in the book of Joshua. The Israelites, under the leadership of Joshua, were about to enter the promised land, but they first needed to conquer the city of Jericho. Joshua sent two spies to Jericho to gather information, and they ended up at Rahab's house. Rahab was a harlot, but she was also a woman of great faith in God. She believed that the Israelites were going to be victorious, and she wanted to be on their side. So she hid the spies on her roof and lied to the king's men who came looking for them. In exchange for her help, the spies promised to spare Rahab and her family when they attacked Jericho. When the Israelites did attack Jericho, they followed God's plan and marched around the city for seven days. On the seventh day, they shouted and blew their trumpets, and the walls of Jericho fell down. Rahab and her family were saved because she had helped the Israelite spies. So, in conclusion, Rahab the harlot assisted the Israelite spies as they prepared to attack Jericho.

The sign of God's covenant with Abraham was 

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The sign of God's covenant with Abraham was circumcision. In the book of Genesis, God made a covenant with Abraham and promised to make him the father of many nations. As a sign of this covenant, God instructed Abraham to circumcise himself, his male children, and his male servants. Circumcision is a surgical procedure that involves removing the foreskin of the penis. It was a common practice in the ancient Near East, but God gave it a new significance by making it the sign of His covenant with Abraham. Through circumcision, Abraham and his descendants were set apart as a people who belonged to God and were committed to following His ways. The practice of circumcision continued throughout the Old Testament, and it was an important sign of Jewish identity and faith. In the New Testament, however, the Apostle Paul taught that circumcision was not necessary for salvation, and that faith in Jesus Christ was the true sign of belonging to God. In summary, circumcision was the sign of God's covenant with Abraham, and it symbolized a commitment to follow God's ways and be set apart as His people.

When the glory of God appeared to Moses and Aaron in the wilderness of Zin, the Lord sad they should___________________-

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In the book of Numbers in the Bible, there is a story of how God provided water for the Israelites in the wilderness of Zin. When the people complained about their lack of water, God instructed Moses and Aaron to gather the people and speak to a rock in front of them. God promised that the rock would then yield water for the people to drink. However, instead of following God's specific instructions, Moses struck the rock twice with his staff, and water gushed out for the people to drink. As a result of this disobedience, God told Moses and Aaron that they would not be allowed to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land. In summary, when the glory of God appeared to Moses and Aaron in the wilderness of Zin, the Lord instructed them to speak to a rock before the people's eyes, and water would flow from it. However, Moses struck the rock instead of speaking to it, resulting in God's punishment for their disobedience.

During the giving of the law at mount Sinai, the Israelites wanted Moses to speak to them instead of God because_____________

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According to Paul in his letter to Philemon, forgiveness should not be by compulsion but by

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According to Paul in his letter to Philemon, forgiveness should not be by compulsion but by free will. In other words, Paul is saying that forgiveness should come from a person's own choice and decision, rather than being forced or required. This idea of forgiveness being a voluntary act aligns with the teachings of grace, which emphasizes that forgiveness and salvation are gifts freely given by God, rather than earned through works or coercion.

....... was the instrument used by God to destroy Babylon and in setting the children of Israel free from the Babylonian exile

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The instrument used by God to destroy Babylon and set the children of Israel free from the Babylonian exile was Cyrus the Persian. Cyrus was a powerful king who conquered Babylon in 539 BCE and issued the Edict of Cyrus, which allowed the Jews to return to Jerusalem and rebuild their temple. This event is described in the Old Testament book of Ezra, and is seen as a significant event in Jewish history. So, in summary, Cyrus the Persian was the instrument used by God to deliver the Jews from the Babylonian exile.

The disciple who replaced Judas Iscariot was

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The disciple who replaced Judas Iscariot was Matthias. According to the Bible, after the death of Jesus, the remaining 11 apostles chose Matthias to replace Judas, who had betrayed Jesus and later died. This was done to ensure that there were always 12 apostles, as Jesus had originally chosen 12 to be his closest followers. The selection of Matthias was done through a process of prayer and casting of lots, and he became the 12th apostle.

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Prophet Isaiah saw the Lord of hosts in the Temple and was filled with a sense of awe and reverence. He realized the holiness and greatness of God, and felt a deep sense of unworthiness and sinfulness in comparison. As a result, he condemned himself and his people for their sins and called for repentance. This experience deeply impacted Isaiah and served as a turning point in his prophetic ministry, inspiring him to speak out against the sins of his people and call them to turn back to God.

The man of God whose word was ignored by Kings Ahab and Jehoshaphat was

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The man of God whose word was ignored by Kings Ahab and Jehoshaphat was Micaiah. Micaiah was a prophet in the Hebrew Bible. When King Ahab of Israel and King Jehoshaphat of Judah went to war against the Arameans, they asked for advice from their prophets, who all told them that they would be victorious. But Jehoshaphat asked for another opinion, and Micaiah was brought before the two kings. Unlike the other prophets, Micaiah warned them that they would not be successful and that they would be defeated. However, both Ahab and Jehoshaphat ignored Micaiah's warning and went to battle anyway. In the end, Micaiah's prophecy came true and Ahab was killed in the battle.

God put the tree of knowledge of good and evil in the garden of Eden?

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According to the Bible, God placed the tree of knowledge of good and evil in the Garden of Eden to give Adam and Eve a choice to obey Him or disobey Him. It was a test of their obedience and love for God. God gave them free will to choose, but He also warned them of the consequences of eating from the tree. By eating the fruit, Adam and Eve disobeyed God and brought sin into the world, leading to their expulsion from the Garden of Eden. The tree was not there for its beneficial fibre or sweet fruit, but as a symbol of the choice that God gave to humans and the importance of obedience to God. It did not reveal their nakedness; that was a result of their disobedience and shame.

When David's son died, his servants refused to tell him because they feared that he might

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2 samual 12:18 
He may do himself some harm.

The sin of the sons of Eli was that they treated the offering of the Lord with

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The sons of Eli were scoundrels. They paid no attention to the LORD or to the regulations concerning what the priests could demand from the people. Instead, when anyone was offering a sacrifice, the priest's servant would come with a three-pronged fork. While the meat was still cooking, he would stick the fork into the cooking pot, and whatever the fork brought out belonged to the priest. All the Israelites who came to Shiloh to offer sacrifices were treated like this. In addition, even before the fat was taken off and burnt, the priest's servant would come and say to the one offering the sacrifice, “Give me some meat for the priest to roast; he won't accept boiled meat from you, only raw meat.” If the person answered, “Let us do what is right and burn the fat first; then take what you want,” the priest's servant would say, “No! Give it to me now! If you don't, I will have to take it by force!” This sin of the sons of Eli was extremely serious in the LORD's sight, because they treated the offerings to the LORD with such disrespect.

"I have no silver and gold, but I give you what I have; in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk". This was said by Peter to a lame man______________

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The statement "I have no silver and gold, but I give you what I have; in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk" was said by Peter to a lame man who was at the gate called Beautiful. According to the Bible in the book of Acts, the man was carried every day to the gate called Beautiful, where he would beg for money. When Peter and John came to the gate, the man asked them for money, but Peter said he had no money to give him. Instead, Peter said he would give the man something better - the ability to walk in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. Peter then took the man by the hand and helped him stand up, and the man was instantly healed and began to walk, leaping and praising God.

What have you to do with us O Son of God? Have you come here to torment us before the time?. This statement reveals that they demoniacs in the country of gardarenes

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The statement "What have you to do with us, O Son of God? Have you come here to torment us before the time?" reveals that the demoniacs in the country of Gadarenes did not expect Jesus to come to them at that time. They were surprised and perhaps even fearful because they recognized the supreme power of Jesus, who they referred to as the "Son of God". They may have also felt threatened by his power and wondered if he had come to torment them before the appointed time. However, they did not directly question Jesus' authority in this statement.

According to Matthew, true wisdom is

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What are the names of the men who healed the lame man at the beautiful gate?

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The men who healed the lame man at the beautiful gate were Peter and John. This event is recorded in the book of Acts in the New Testament of the Bible. Peter and John were two of Jesus' disciples and they were on their way to the temple when they encountered a man who had been lame from birth. The man was asking for money, but Peter and John told him they had no money to give him. Instead, they offered to heal him in the name of Jesus Christ. Peter then took the man by the hand and helped him up, and the man's feet and ankles were instantly strengthened. He began to walk and even leap, praising God. This miracle caused a commotion and many people gathered around to see what had happened. Peter took the opportunity to preach to the crowd about Jesus and the power of faith in him.

"Deal gently for my sake with the young man Absalom." David's statement exhibited his

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2samuel 18:5
And the king commanded Joab and Abishai and Ittai, saying, Deal gently for my sake with the young man, even with Absalom. And all the people heard when the king gave all the captains charge concerning Absalom.

David have earlier exhibited this extraordinary trait of forgiving people who considered him a threat and wished him evil as he did when king saul sought after his life.

What was the first Bird Noah sent out?

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According to the Bible, after the great flood, Noah sent out a bird to search for dry land. The first bird that Noah sent out was a raven. The raven flew out and did not return to the ark because it was able to find food and a place to perch on the floating debris. Later on, Noah sent out a dove to search for dry land. The dove initially found no place to rest, so it returned to the ark. Noah waited for a week and sent the dove out again, and this time it returned with an olive leaf in its beak, indicating that there was now dry land with trees growing on it. Noah waited for another week and sent the dove out again, and this time it did not return because it had found a suitable place to live. So to sum up, the first bird that Noah sent out was a raven, but it was the dove that eventually found dry land and helped Noah and his family to safely leave the ark after the flood.

What did King Josiah do the idolatrous priests of Judah?

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King Josiah of Judah did not kill the idolatrous priests, but he did depose them from their positions and removed their power and influence. This was part of his larger religious reforms, in which he sought to return the people of Judah to worshiping the one true God and to eliminate the idolatrous practices that had become widespread in the land. King Josiah recognized the negative impact that the idolatrous priests were having on the spiritual well-being of the people, and took steps to remove them from their positions of influence so that the people could be led back to a righteous and faithful way of life.

According to James, we must consider trials in our lives as what?

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According to James, we must consider trials in our lives as "testing." In the Bible, James encourages his readers to consider it pure joy whenever they face trials of many kinds because these trials test and refine their faith, producing perseverance and maturity in them. In other words, trials are an opportunity for us to grow stronger and more resilient in our faith and character. So, rather than seeing trials as something to be avoided, we should view them as a chance to learn and grow.

According to James, the prayer of a righteous man is

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According to James, the prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective. James, a New Testament book in the Bible, emphasizes the importance of faith and good works in a person's life. In James 5:16, it says that the prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective, meaning that when a person who is righteous prays, their prayer has the power to bring about change and is heard by God. This statement highlights the idea that a person's righteousness, or right standing with God, can have a positive impact on their prayers and the outcomes they receive.

In Thessalonia, believers are taught that at the second coming, the dead in Christ will

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Paul teaches the Thessalonians that when Jesus comes, there will be a resurrection of all saints who have died, then a rapture of all saints together, those raised from the dead and those remaining alive.

In his exhortation on interpersonal relationship, Peter commends that the elders should

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In his exhortation on interpersonal relationship, Peter commends that the elders should live exemplary lives. This means that they should be good role models for others to follow. They should display the qualities and behaviors that are expected of them, such as honesty, integrity, kindness, and love. By doing so, they can inspire others to follow their example and lead a life that is pleasing to God. Additionally, by living exemplary lives, they can earn the respect and trust of others, which can be important in their role as leaders and shepherds of the community.

In answer to the Syrophenician woman's request to cast the demon out of her daughter, Jesus first said_____________

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Jesus first said "It is not right to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs." This statement was in response to the Syrophenician woman who asked Jesus to cast the demon out of her daughter. Jesus used the term "children's bread" to refer to the blessings and healings he was performing for the Jewish people, and "dogs" as a metaphor for non-Jewish people like the Syrophenician woman. In other words, Jesus was saying that it wasn't appropriate to take away the blessings intended for the Jewish people and give them to someone who was not part of that group. However, the woman's persistence and faith impressed Jesus, and he ultimately healed her daughter.

Saul learnt from Samuel's spirit that the lord would___________

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In 1 Samuel 28, Saul consults a medium to bring up the spirit of the deceased prophet Samuel. When Samuel's spirit appears, he tells Saul that the Lord has turned away from him and become his enemy. He also prophesies that the Lord will hand over the army of Israel to the Philistines, and that Saul and his sons will die in battle the next day. Therefore, the correct option is "become his enemy." According to the account in 1 Samuel 28, Samuel's spirit did not mention affliction with sickness or pardon of iniquity.

David's behaviour after Prophet Nathan accused him of murder and adultery showed his

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David's behavior after Prophet Nathan accused him of murder and adultery showed repentance. Repentance means feeling sorry for your actions and being willing to change. In the Bible, after Prophet Nathan confronted David about his sin, David acknowledged his wrongdoing and asked for forgiveness from God. This shows that he was remorseful for his actions and wanted to make amends.

The exiles returned to Jerusalem in the reign of________

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The exiles returned to Jerusalem in the reign of Cyrus. Cyrus was the king of Persia who conquered Babylon and allowed the Jews who were held in captivity in Babylon to return to Jerusalem and rebuild their temple. This event is recorded in the Bible in the book of Ezra. The return of the exiles was led by Zerubbabel, who was a descendant of the royal line of David and served as the governor of Judah during the rebuilding of the temple. Huldah, on the other hand, was a prophetess who lived during the reign of King Josiah and was consulted by him regarding the discovery of the book of the law in the temple.

"Hear this word, you cows of Bashan... who oppress the poor, who crush the needy..." cows of Bashan in the statement above refer to the____________

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Why did the accusers of Jesus stay behind while he was led to the Praetorium?

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Then they led Jesus from the house of Ca′iaphas to the praetorium. It was early. They themselves did not enter the praetorium, so that they might not be defiled, but might eat the passover. (john 18:28)

When the man with an unclean spirit in the region of the Gadarenes saw Jesus, he_______

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And when he saw Jesus from afar, he ran and worshiped him; and crying out with a loud voice, he said, “What have you to do with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I adjure you by God, do not torment me.” (Mark 5:6-7)

God's pardon of the people of Nineveh teaches a lesson on the benefits of__________

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God's pardon of the people of Nineveh teaches a lesson on the benefits of repentance. The story of Nineveh comes from the Bible's book of Jonah, where God sends the prophet Jonah to warn the people of Nineveh about their wicked ways and impending destruction. Despite Jonah's initial reluctance, the people of Nineveh listened to his message and repented, turning away from their evil deeds. As a result of their repentance, God showed them mercy and forgave them, sparing their city from destruction. This story teaches us that when we acknowledge our wrongdoing, turn away from our sins, and seek forgiveness, we can receive mercy and experience a positive change in our lives. Repentance is not only about seeking forgiveness from a higher power, but it also involves acknowledging our mistakes, taking responsibility for our actions, and making a conscious effort to change our behavior. It requires humility, honesty, and a willingness to change. In summary, the story of Nineveh teaches us that repentance can lead to forgiveness, mercy, and a positive change in our lives. It's a powerful lesson that we can all apply to our own lives, regardless of our religious beliefs.