JAMB UTME - Christian Religious Studies - 2004

A promise made by King Saul to anyone that could face and defeat Goliath was

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King Saul promised to give his daughter in marriage to anyone that could face and defeat Goliath.

''... for if this plan or this undertaken is of men, it will fail; but if it is of God, you will not be able to overthrow them...''

Them in Gamaliel's statement above refers to

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In the statement above, "them" refers to Peter and the apostles. Gamaliel was a Jewish teacher and a member of the Sanhedrin, who spoke to the council about the apostles' preaching of the gospel. He advised the council to be careful in how they dealt with the apostles because if their teachings were of human origin, they would eventually fail. But if they were from God, then the council would be fighting against God, which would be futile.

What did King Josiah do to the altar that was erected by Jeroboam at Bethel?

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King Josiah destroyed the altar that was erected by Jeroboam at Bethel. He broke its stones into pieces and scattered them. This is in accordance with the commandments of God to worship only at the central sanctuary in Jerusalem and not at local altars. The actions of Josiah were a way of purifying the worship of God in the land and removing any form of idolatry.

''...Just so, I tell you, there is joy before the angels of God over one sinner who repents'' Jesus made this statement after telling the parable of the

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Jesus made the statement, "...Just so, I tell you, there is joy before the angels of God over one sinner who repents" after telling the parable of the lost sheep. In the parable, a shepherd leaves his ninety-nine sheep in search of one that has gone missing. When he finds the lost sheep, he rejoices and calls his friends and neighbors to celebrate with him. Jesus used this parable to illustrate the love and compassion of God, who seeks out and rejoices over even one lost sinner who repents and turns back to Him.

Jesus declared that men loved darkness rather than light because

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In John 3:19-20, Jesus explains that men loved darkness rather than light because their deeds were evil. He compared the situation to a person who prefers darkness because they do not want their evil deeds exposed by the light. Therefore, Jesus is saying that people who do wrong things prefer to hide their actions, and avoid the light that might reveal them. They choose to live in the darkness of their wrongdoing because they do not want to be exposed by the light of truth.

According to Paul, just as the law came to increase trespass, so sin came to increase

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Paul in his letter to the Romans 5:20 states that "Now the law came in to increase the trespass, but where sin increased, grace abounded all the more." Here, Paul explains that just as the law made the knowledge of sin greater, the sin increased in response. However, despite the increase in sin, grace, which is the undeserved love and favor of God, abounds all the more. In other words, the more sin there is, the more God's grace is able to overcome it. Therefore, the answer is "grace".

On the third day of their capture of the Ark of God, the Philistines discovered that

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On the third day of their capture of the Ark of God, the Philistines discovered that Dagon, their god, had fallen and broken to pieces.

'' Take heart, it is I; have no fear''

This statement was made by Jesus when

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The statement "Take heart, it is I; have no fear" was made by Jesus when he was walking on the sea in the night, as recorded in the Gospel of Matthew 14:27. The disciples were in a boat and a strong wind was blowing, causing the waves to rock the boat. The disciples saw Jesus walking on the sea towards them and were afraid, thinking that it was a ghost. Jesus spoke to them, assuring them that it was him and that they should not be afraid.

Joeseph's brothers decided not to kill him because he

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When they returned from their mission, the Seventy reported that

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The correct answer is "Even demons were subject to them". The Seventy were a group of disciples that Jesus sent out to proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God. When they returned from their mission, they reported to Jesus that even demons were subject to them in his name. This demonstrated the power and authority that Jesus had given them to perform miracles and cast out demons in his name.

Rahab's reward for hiding the messengers sent by Joshua to spy out the city of Jericho was that

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Rahab's reward for hiding the messengers sent by Joshua to spy out the city of Jericho was that she and her household were spared when the city was conquered and destroyed by the Israelites. As part of the agreement, the Israelite army instructed her to tie a scarlet cord in her window to mark her house, so that they would know to spare it. Rahab's faith and actions showed that she had aligned herself with the God of Israel and demonstrated her belief in the spies' message, leading to her and her family's salvation.

According to Luke, the leper healed by Jesus was commanded to

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One of King Solomon's unwise policies was the

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One of King Solomon's unwise policies was the use of forced labor to build the house of God. According to the Bible, he conscripted 30,000 men from Israel, and sent them to Lebanon in shifts of 10,000 a month to work on the temple and palace construction projects. This policy was unpopular and oppressive, leading to resentment among the people and the eventual split of the kingdom after his death. Therefore, the use of forced labor can be seen as an unwise decision by King Solomon.

''They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we do not know where they have laid him.''

What happened immediately after Mary Magdalene made the statement above?

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After Mary Magdalene made the statement above, Peter and the other disciple went towards the tomb to verify her claim. (John 20:2-3)

In Romans, Christians are admonished to put on the Lord Jesus Christ and not to

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In Romans, Christians are admonished to put on the Lord Jesus Christ and not to make provision for the flesh. This means that Christians should embrace the teachings of Jesus Christ and let Him be their guide in their everyday life. They should not indulge in sinful desires that are of the flesh, but rather, live a life that is pleasing to God. Making provision for the flesh means giving in to the desires and temptations of the flesh, which can lead to sin and ultimately, separation from God. Therefore, Christians are encouraged to walk in the spirit and not in the flesh, and to follow the example of Jesus Christ in all things.

Peter teaches that servants should be submissive to their masters with all respect, not only to the kind and gentle but also to the

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''....We must work the works of him who sent me, while it is day; night comes, when no one can work...''

Jesus made the statement above after the healing of the

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Jesus made the statement above after the healing of the man born blind. In John 9, Jesus healed a man who had been blind from birth, and the Pharisees criticized him for doing it on the Sabbath day. Jesus responded to them by saying that he must do the works of him who sent him while it is day, because night comes when no one can work. He meant that he had to continue doing the works of God while he still had the opportunity, as his time on earth was limited.

Paul and Barnabas were sent out on the first missionary work from Antioch to Seleucia by the

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According to Jeremiah, other nations would find glory in God and bless themselves in Him only when Israel

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According to Jeremiah, other nations would find glory in God and bless themselves in Him only when Israel returns to God, honours and glorifies Him. This means that for other nations to see God's greatness, Israel must first acknowledge Him as their Lord and worship Him in truth and righteousness. Only then will other nations see the blessings of serving God and follow in Israel's footsteps.

One of the sins of Manasseh for which the LORD sent bands of the Chaldeans, Syrians, Moabites and Ammonites to destroy Judah was

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The sin of Manasseh for which the LORD sent bands of the Chaldeans, Syrians, Moabites and Ammonites to destroy Judah was "the shedding of innocent blood." Manasseh was a king of Judah who practiced idolatry and even sacrificed his own sons to false gods. He shed the blood of the innocent by sacrificing children in the fire, and also by killing many people who opposed him. As a result, God's judgment fell on Judah and Manasseh, and they were defeated by their enemies.

After healing the man at the pool of Bethzatha, the Jews sought all the more to kill Jesus because

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After healing the man at the pool of Bethzatha, the Jews sought all the more to kill Jesus because He did this on the Sabbath. The Jewish leaders had strict laws and traditions concerning the observance of the Sabbath, and Jesus healing on the Sabbath was considered a violation of those laws. Therefore, they saw Him as a threat to their religious traditions and sought to kill Him.

''....This Jesus God raised up, and of that we all are witnesses....''
The statement above was made by Peter on the occasion of his

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Answer is option D. Reference acts 2:32

Elijah decreed that there would be neither rain nor dew for three years because

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Elijah decreed that there would be neither rain nor dew for three years because Ahab had forsaken the commandment of God by erecting an altar for Baal. Elijah was a prophet of God and he had warned King Ahab that if he and the Israelites continued to worship Baal, a false god, instead of the true God of Israel, there would be consequences. The drought was a punishment for their disobedience, and it was meant to show the people that only God had the power to provide for their needs.

After the great confession by Peter, Jesus charged the disciples to

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God did not lead the Israelites by the way of the land of the Philistines although that was near because

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God did not lead the Israelites by the way of the land of the Philistines although that was near because He did not want them to see war and return to Egypt. The Israelites had just left Egypt and were on their way to the Promised Land. The way of the land of the Philistines was the shorter route, but it was also the more dangerous route because of the presence of the Philistines who were known for their military might. God knew that if the Israelites encountered war at this early stage, they might lose heart and return to Egypt. Therefore, He led them by a longer route through the wilderness, where they could learn and grow stronger before facing the challenges ahead.

The LORD said to Moses that the people should gather just a day's portion of bread so that He might test their

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The LORD told Moses that He would rain bread from heaven for the people of Israel to eat, but He instructed them to gather just enough for one day. The reason for this was to test their obedience and faith in Him. The people were not supposed to store up the bread for the next day, but some of them did not listen and kept the bread overnight. As a result, the bread became full of worms and stank. This showed that they lacked faith in God's provision and His ability to provide for them daily. Therefore, the answer is obedience and faith.

'''Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations''

The statement above was made by God during the

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The statement "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations" was made by God during the call of Prophet Jeremiah. In this statement, God is telling Jeremiah that he had already set him apart for a special purpose even before he was born, and that purpose was to be a prophet to the nations. This shows that God has a plan for every individual, and he can call and equip anyone he chooses to fulfill his purpose.

The Angel of the Lord told Zachariah that a son would be born to him and that the son would

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The Angel of the Lord told Zachariah that a son would be born to him, and that the son would go before God in the spirit and power of Elijah. This means that the son would be a prophet who would prepare the way for the coming of the Lord, just as Elijah did in his time. The son would have a great responsibility and a powerful anointing from God to turn the hearts of the people back to Him and to prepare them for the coming of the Messiah.

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What does James say would be the outcome of this effect?

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According to Amos, God decided to raise up a nation that would fight and oppress Israel because the people

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According to Amos, God decided to raise up a nation that would fight and oppress Israel because the people rejected Him and sold the righteous for silver. In the book of Amos, God expresses His displeasure at Israel's mistreatment of the poor and needy and their failure to follow His commandments. He accuses the people of selling the righteous for silver and rejecting Him. As a result, God declares that He will raise up a nation against them, which will oppress and afflict them. This nation is later identified as Assyria, which eventually conquered and destroyed Israel.

According to Romans, as one man's trespass led to condemnation for all, so will one man's act of righteousness lead to

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'Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus.....

This mind in Paul's statement above means a mind of

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In the statement above, Paul encourages the readers to have the mind of Christ, which is characterized by humility. He further explains that Jesus, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, taking the form of a servant. Therefore, having the mind of Christ means having a mindset of humility and service towards others.

'''To you I will give all this authority and their glory; for it has been delivered to me, and I give it to whom I will....''

This statement was made during the

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This statement was made during the temptation of Jesus, as recorded in the Bible in the Gospel of Luke, chapter 4, verse 6. The devil was tempting Jesus in the wilderness and offered to give him all the kingdoms of the world if he would worship him. This was the devil's way of testing Jesus and trying to deceive him. Jesus replied with the statement, "It is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve him only.’"

What were the Israelites asked to do before meeting with God on Mount Sinai?

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Before meeting with God on Mount Sinai, the Israelites were asked to be consecrated and have their garments washed. This was a preparation for the meeting with God, and it was to symbolize their purification and readiness to meet with the Holy One. They were to wash their clothes and abstain from sexual relations as a sign of their commitment to God's holiness. This was a way to show their reverence for God and their willingness to obey His commands.

The response of Eli after Samuel had told him the Lord's message as regards his sons' acts of blasphemy was that

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Paul declares that Christians have the same functions but they have gifts that differ according to

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Consequent upon the murder of Naboth by Ahab and Jezebel, God declared that

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When Naboth, the owner of a vineyard, was murdered by Ahab and Jezebel, God declared judgment against them. God declared that dogs would lick Ahab's blood where they had licked Naboth's blood, that he would require the blood of Naboth from Ahab's hand, and that the sword would not depart from the house of Ahab. Furthermore, Ahab's descendants would never ascend the throne in Israel as a consequence of this sin.

Hosea proclaimed that Israel should return to God and plead that he should

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King Josiah ordered an inquiry about the words of the book that was found in the Temple because

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Paul teaches that those who have been baptized into Christ have been baptized into His

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In his letter to the Romans, Paul teaches that when a person is baptized into Christ, they are baptized into His death. This means that just as Christ died and was buried, the baptized person dies to their old self and is buried with Christ. And just as Christ was raised from the dead, the baptized person is raised to a new life in Him. This signifies the end of the old way of life and the beginning of a new life in Christ. Therefore, the answer is death.

David's victory over the Amalekites who raided Ziklag was due to

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David's victory over the Amalekites who raided Ziklag was due to his prayer in seeking the approval of God before pursuing them. After the Amalekites raided Ziklag and took all the women and children captive, David and his men were greatly distressed. However, David strengthened himself in the Lord and inquired of the Lord if he should pursue the raiders. God told David to pursue them, assuring him that he would recover all that was taken. David obeyed God's instructions, and they pursued the Amalekites. God fought for David and his men, and they were able to recover all that was taken and even captured more spoil from the Amalekites.

''Are you the only visitor to Jerusalem who doses not know the things that have happened there in these days?

The things being referred to in the statement above are the

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The statement above is referring to events that happened in Jerusalem in the days leading up to the conversation. Based on the context and the common knowledge of Christian history, these events are the crucifixion, death, and resurrection of Jesus. The person speaking is surprised that the other party is not aware of these significant events.

''It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him''

After this statement, the first thing God did was to

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After the statement, "It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him," God caused a deep sleep to fall upon the man. While the man was asleep, God took one of his ribs and closed up its place with flesh. From the rib, God made a woman and brought her to the man as his helper. (Genesis 2:18-22)

''...Blessed is the kingdom of our father David that is coming ...''

The declaration above was made by the crowd during the

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The declaration ''Blessed is the kingdom of our father David that is coming'' was made by the crowd during the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. This was a momentous occasion when Jesus rode on a donkey into the city, and the people welcomed him by laying their cloaks and palm branches on the ground before him, shouting "Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!" The people were acknowledging Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah who would establish the promised kingdom of David.

What effect did the sudden death of Ananias and Sapphira have on the early disciples?

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The sudden death of Ananias and Sapphira had a great effect of fear on the early disciples. This is because they witnessed the consequences of lying to the Holy Spirit, as Ananias and Sapphira had done by withholding some of the proceeds from the sale of their land while pretending to donate the entire amount. Apostle Peter, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, rebuked them and they both died immediately. This event served as a warning to the other disciples to take their faith seriously and not to deceive or lie to the Holy Spirit, leading to a great fear among them.

God called Jonah and sent him to the people of Nineveh to

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According to Peter, Christians who suffer according to the will of God will receive

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According to 1 Peter 4:19, Christians who suffer according to the will of God should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good. This means that they should trust God and keep doing what is right even when they face suffering. The verse does not mention forgiveness, the Holy Spirit, or the Crown of Glory as rewards for suffering, but rather suggests that they will receive blessings from God for their faithfulness.

After Saul had realized that God would have nothing to do with him, he sought the help of

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After Saul had realized that God would have nothing to do with him, he sought the help of a medium. According to the Bible, Saul had previously disobeyed God's instructions, and God had rejected him as king over Israel. Saul sought guidance from God but received no response, so he decided to consult a medium, which was forbidden by the law of God. The medium brought up the spirit of Samuel, who prophesied Saul's downfall and the transfer of his kingdom to David.

King Saul ordered that those who had opposed his ascent to the throne should not be put to death because

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According to John, he who does not believe in the only Son of God is

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According to the Gospel of John, he who does not believe in the only Son of God is condemned already. This means that whoever rejects Jesus Christ as the Son of God and Savior is already guilty and deserving of punishment, as they have chosen to separate themselves from God and the salvation that He offers through His Son. This is a warning that emphasizes the importance of faith in Jesus Christ as the only way to eternal life.