Sunday, November 29, 2015

GOD'S PROMISES - ABILITY

God will give you the ability to make it through all the obstacles you face in life. Trust in Him always and He will see you through!

Then the king ordered Ashpenaz, the chief of this officials, to bring in some of the sons of Israel, including some of the royal family and of the nobles, youths in whom was no defect, who were good looking showing intelligence in every branch of wisdom, endowed with understanding and discerning knowledge, and who had ability for serving in the kings court; and he ordered him to teach them the literature and language of the Chaldeans. Daniel 1:3-4

For it is just like a man about to go on a journey, who called his own slaves, and entrusted his possessions to them.  And to one he gave five talents, to another, two, and to another one, each according to his own ability; and he went on his journey. Matthew 25:14-15

Bible Trivia Questions
1.    To what does the "seventy weeks" prophecy refer?
2.    To which tribe did Anna the prophetess belong?
3.    What part of Paul's clothing did Agabus use?
4.    David says in the Psalms that "adders' poison is under their lips".  To whom is he referring?
5.    Who was the father in law of Caiaphas, the high priest at the time of Jesus death?
6.    Who did Paul take with him on his first missionary journey?
7.    Jesus initially sent the twelve disciples to preach to which group of people?
8.    Where will the believers reign in the Kingdom of God?
9.    Who did Joseph's brothers sell him to?
10.  Who shall the "prayer of faith" save?

Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Hebrews 13:5-6
For He Himself has said, "I will never leave you nor forsake you." So we may boldly say: "The Lord is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me?"

Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses listed below to find the answers.)
1.    Daniel 9:20-27
2.    Luke 2:36
3.    Acts 21:11
4.    Psalms 140:1-3
5.    John 18:13
6.    Acts 13:4
7.    Matthew 10:5-6
8.    Revelations 5:10
9.    Genesis 37:28
10.  James 5:15

Saturday, November 21, 2015

GOD'S PROMISES - AFRAID

It is normal to become afraid when we are beginning a new venture in our lives.  Ask God to strengthen you and calm your fears.  You will make it through!

Then the officers shall speak further to the people, and they shall say, "who is the man that is afraid and fainthearted?  Let him depart and return to his house, so that he might not make his brothers' hearts melt like his heart."  Deuteronomy 20:8

In God, whose word I praise, In God I have put my trust; I shall not be afraid.  Psalm 56:4

You will not be afraid of the terror by night, Or of the arrow that flies by day.  Psalm 91:5

He said also, "I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob."  Then Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look at God.  Exodus 3:6

Bible Trivia Questions
1.    The Ethiopian eunuch, held what office of responsibility to Candace, queen of the Ethiopians?
2.    How does Psalm 100 say we should come before the Lord's presence?
3.    How many concubines did Solomon have?
4.    How did Moses make the bitter waters of Marah drinkable?
5.    How did Adam and Even feel about their nakedness at first?
6.    Who deceived the worshipers of Baal into attending sacrifices only to destroy them all once they had arrived?
7.    The branched candlestick in the tabernacle had its cups carved in the likeness of which plant?
8.    What happened to the soldiers of Gideon who lapped the river water with their tongues like dogs?
9.    How many sections (or books) is the book of Psalms split into?
10.  How old was Abraham's first wife when she died?

Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Psalm 111:10
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding.  To him belongs eternal praise.

Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses listed below to find the answers.)
1.    Acts 8:27
2.    Psalm 100:2
3.    1 Kings 11:3
4.    Exodus 15:23-25
5.    Genesis 2:25
6.    2 Kings 10:18-28
7.    Exodus 25:33
8.    Judges 7:5-7
9.    Psalms 1; 43; 73; 90; 107
10.  Genesis 23:1 

Saturday, November 14, 2015

GOD'S PROMISES - WORTHY

There may be times in our lives when we don't feel worthy.  Maybe because of things we have done or things that have been done to us. Remember we are all worthy in God's eyes.

And stay in the house, eating and drinking what they give you; for the laborer is worthy of his wages.  Do not keep moving from house to house.  Luke 10:7

...that you receive her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the saints, and that you help her in whatever matter she may have need of you; for she herself has also been a helper of many, and of myself as well.  Romans 16:2

Only conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ; so that whether I come and see you or remain absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel.  Philippians 1:27

I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, entreat you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called. Ephesians 4:1

Bible Trivia Questions
1.    Which god did the people of Lystra think Paul was?
2.    What happened to the sun when the sixth seal was opened?
3.    What characteristics are attached to the breastplate mentioned in Thessalonians?
4.    Of which animal were the kings of Israel told not to have lots?
5.    In Revelation, unclean spirits came out of the mouth of the dragon, in the form of what animals?
6.    How old was Noah when the floods came?
7.    Which animal skins, dyed red, were used as an offering to help make the tabernacle?
8.    Which king contributes words of wisdom in Proverbs chapter 31?
9.    In which Jewish month is the Passover?
10.  Who did Daniel see sitting in a throne in his vision of the four beasts?

Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Joshua 1:3-9
I promise you what I promised Moses:  'Wherever you set foot, you will be on land I have given you....No one will be able to stand against you as long as you live.  For I will be with you as I was with Moses.  I will not fail you or abandon you.'

Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses listed below to find the answers.)
1.    Acts 14:12
2.    Revelations 6:12
3.    1 Thessalonians 5:8
4.    Deuteronomy 17:14-16
5.    Revelations 16:13
6.    Genesis 7:6
7.    Exodus 25:3-5
8.    Proverbs 31:1
9.    Deuteronomy 16:1
10.  Daniel 7:9

Saturday, November 7, 2015

GOD'S PROMISES - WAITING

In difficult times it is hard sometimes to keep waiting on the Lord when you are praying for an answer. Don't give up!  He will answer in his perfect timing.

Lead me in Thy truth and teach me, For Thou art the God of my salvation; For Thee I wait all the day.  Psalm 25:5

Wait for the Lord; Be strong, and let your heart take courage; Yes, wait for the Lord.  Psalm 27:14

Wait for the Lord, and keep His way, And He will exalt you to inherit the land; When the wicked are cut off, you will see it. Psalm 37:34

My soul languishes for Thy salvation; I wait for Thy word.  Psalm 119:81

Bible Trivia Questions
1.    At what place did the writer to the Thessalonians say he'd been given rough treatment?
2.    Who was well reported of at Lystra and Iconium?
3.    In John's first epistle which three things are said to testify and agree about Jesus?
4.    In Proverbs, how shall the "man's belly be satisfied"?
5.    What did Rahab hide the two spies under?
6.    In years, roughly how long did Paul spend in Ephesus?
7.    Which gospel records the fewest of the miracles performed  by Jesus?
8.    What does Psalm 16 say there is in "the Lord's right hand"?
9.    Who walked barefoot and naked for three years at the Lord's command?
10.  Who promised to give their daughters to Shechemites if they agreed to be circumcised, only to kill them instead three days later while they were still sore?

Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Ecclesiastes 11:8
However many years a man may live, let him enjoy them all.

Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses listed below to find the answers.)
1.    1 Thessalonians 2:2
2.    Acts 16:2
3.    1 John 5:8
4.    Proverbs 18:20
5.    Joshua 2:6
6.    Acts 20:31
7.    John 1:1 - 21:25
8.    Psalms 16:11
9.    Isaiah 20:2-3
10.  Genesis 34:13