JAMB UTME - Christian Religious Studies - 2019

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

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.

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?

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

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.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

The accusation of blasphemy against Moses, the law and God was levied against _______

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The accusation of blasphemy against Moses, the law and God was levied against Stephen. In the book of Acts in the New Testament of the Bible, Stephen was a man full of faith and wisdom who was chosen as one of the seven deacons to serve the needs of the community of believers in Jerusalem. However, he was also known for preaching about Jesus and performing miracles, which led to some people becoming jealous and angry with him. During a debate with some of these people, Stephen made a long speech in which he recounted the history of the Israelites and their relationship with God. He criticized the religious leaders for not following God's laws and for rejecting Jesus as the Messiah. This enraged the crowd, and they accused him of speaking blasphemous words against Moses, the law, and God. As a result of these accusations, Stephen was arrested and brought before the Jewish high council, where he continued to defend his beliefs. Eventually, he was stoned to death, becoming the first Christian martyr.

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.

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

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.

"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.

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.

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.

"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.

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 

St Paul's condition for the attainment of justification is by ______?

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St. Paul's condition for the attainment of justification is by faith in the Resurrected Jesus. In several of his letters in the New Testament, Paul wrote about the concept of justification, which is the idea that through faith in Jesus Christ, believers are made right with God and can have eternal life. According to Paul, this justification is not something that can be earned by following the law or by doing good works. Rather, it is a gift from God that comes through faith in Jesus Christ. In his letter to the Romans, Paul wrote, "For we maintain that a person is justified by faith apart from the works of the law" (Romans 3:28). He also wrote, "But now apart from the law the righteousness of God has been made known, to which the Law and the Prophets testify. This righteousness is given through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe" (Romans 3:21-22). According to Paul, faith in the Resurrected Jesus is the only condition for justification. This faith involves believing that Jesus Christ died for our sins and was raised from the dead, and that through our faith in him, we can be made right with God. While obedience to the law and loving our Christian brethren are certainly important, they are not the basis for our justification. Instead, it is through our faith in Jesus Christ that we receive the gift of eternal life and are made right with God.

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).

"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.

St. Paul on 'Civic Responsibility' advised Christians not only to be law-abiding but also________

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In St. Paul's epistle to the Romans in the New Testament of the Bible, he advises Christians not only to be law-abiding but also to do what is expected of them as responsible citizens. This means that Christians should be respectful of those in authority and their laws, and contribute positively to the society in which they live. St. Paul does not encourage Christians to provide moral advice to those in authority, shun membership of unlawful societies, or resist any illegitimate government. Instead, he emphasizes the importance of Christians fulfilling their civic responsibilities, such as paying taxes, showing respect to government officials, and being law-abiding citizens. By doing so, Christians can be good examples to others and promote the common good of the society in which they live.

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

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

"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.

According to Luke, Jesus was standing by the......He thereafter entered into the boat preaching and later 'calling' Simon Peter ________

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According to Luke, Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret. He then entered into a boat and began preaching to the people on the shores. After his preaching, he called Simon Peter and the rest of his disciples to follow him and become "fishers of men." In other words, Jesus was inviting Simon and the others to join him in his ministry and spread his message to the world.

Peter advised Christians to _______as they were sharing Christ's sufferings

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The Apostle Peter, in the New Testament of the Bible, advised Christians to rejoice as they were sharing in Christ's sufferings. This advice can be found in 1 Peter 4:13 where it says, "But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed." Peter's message was that Christians should not be discouraged or fearful when they face suffering or persecution because they are not alone in their struggles. Instead, they should be joyful because they are united with Christ and are partakers in his sufferings. Rejoicing in the midst of trials may seem counterintuitive, but Peter understood that suffering produces perseverance, character, and ultimately, hope. By rejoicing in their sufferings, Christians can develop a deeper understanding of God's love and grow in their faith. Therefore, the answer to the question is "Rejoice."

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.

"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.

"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.

The significance of the last supper is evident in all but one of the following-----

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All the other options reveal Jesus usage of the last supper to foretell certain events except that he re-established the Lord's covenant with his children through Abraham

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.

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.

Cleopas' heart burnt within him on the road to Emmaus when Jesus ________

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Cleopas, among other disciples felt embittered after Jesus appeared on the road to Emmaus teaching the scripture, but they didn't realize he was the resurrected Jesus until he disappeared

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

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.

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 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