JAMB UTME - Christian Religious Studies - 2018

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Saul was rejected as king over Israel because he disobeyed God's command to utterly destroy the Amalekites. In the Bible, the book of 1 Samuel chapter 15, God commanded Saul, the first king of Israel, to attack and completely destroy the Amalekites and all their possessions as a punishment for their past sins against the Israelites. However, Saul and his army spared the Amalekite king and kept some of their valuable possessions. As a result of Saul's disobedience, God rejected him as king over Israel and chose someone else to be the next king. This event shows the importance of obedience to God's commands and the consequences of disobedience.

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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)

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The moral of the story is that you should put aside your differences and help those who are in need of help. The Samaritan did not think about the race or the religion of the man; he just saw a man who needed help.

The main point of the parable is to love at your neighbor and kind at them.

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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.

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According to the Bible, Zacchaeus was a chief tax collector. In those days, tax collectors were not popular because they were seen as collaborators with the Roman occupiers and were often accused of overcharging people and lining their own pockets with the extra money. Zacchaeus was a wealthy man because of his job, but he was also short in stature. One day, Jesus came to town and Zacchaeus wanted to see him, so he climbed a tree to get a better view. Jesus noticed him and invited himself to Zacchaeus' house for a meal. This encounter changed Zacchaeus' life and he became a follower of Jesus.

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"So David sent this word to Joab: "Send me Uriah the Hittite." And Joab sent him to David. 7When Uriah came to him, David asked him ....... But Uriah slept at the entrance to the palace with all his master’s servants and did not go down to his house. David was told, "Uriah did not go home." So he asked Uriah, "Haven’t you just come from a military campaign? Why didn’t you go home?" Uriah said to David, "The ark and Israel and Judah are staying in tents, a and my commander Joab and my lord's men are camped in the open country. How could I go to my house to eat and drink and make love to my wife? As surely as you live, I will not do such a thing!" " (2 Samuel 11:6-11)

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King Saul promised to give his daughter in marriage to the person who could face and defeat Goliath. This means that whoever defeated Goliath would have the privilege of marrying King Saul's daughter as a reward for their bravery and skill.

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According to the Bible, Joseph was 17 years old when he was taken to Egypt. Joseph was one of Jacob's twelve sons, and he was favored by his father. His brothers were jealous of him and sold him into slavery when he was 17 years old. He was then taken to Egypt and sold to Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh. Joseph's story is recorded in the book of Genesis in the Bible, and it tells how he rose to a position of power in Egypt through his ability to interpret dreams. Eventually, he was able to save his family from a famine by bringing them to Egypt.

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According to Paul in the Bible, he who loves his neighbor has fulfilled the law. This means that loving others is the ultimate expression of obedience to God's commandments. Paul emphasizes that all the commandments can be summed up in the instruction to love one's neighbor as oneself. Therefore, if we truly love our neighbors, we will naturally fulfill all the requirements of the law. In simpler terms, Paul is saying that loving others is the most important thing we can do as Christians, and it is the key to living a life that is pleasing to God. When we love our neighbors, we demonstrate the love of Christ, and we become more like Him. This love is not just a feeling or an emotion, but it is a conscious decision to act in a way that benefits others and reflects God's character.

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The disciples were first called Christians in Antioch. Antioch was a city in ancient Greece and was one of the earliest centers of Christianity. The term "Christian" was used for the first time in Antioch to describe the followers of Jesus Christ, who were known for their faith in him and the way they lived their lives. This name was given to them by the non-Christians in Antioch, who observed the behavior and teachings of the disciples and recognized them as distinct from other groups.

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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.

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According to the book of James in the Bible, when we face trials in life, we should "count it all joy." This means we should consider our trials as an opportunity to grow in our faith and become more mature as Christians. James explains that facing trials helps us to develop perseverance, which in turn leads to maturity and completeness. He encourages us to have faith that God will provide us with the wisdom and strength we need to endure our trials. So, while it may be difficult to rejoice or bless God's name when we are facing trials, James reminds us to focus on the positive outcomes that can result from our struggles. Rather than becoming discouraged, we can find hope and strength in knowing that God is with us and will help us overcome our difficulties.

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The Last Supper took place during the Passover, which is a Jewish holiday. During the Passover, Jews abstain from eating leavened bread and instead eat unleavened bread, known as matzah, to commemorate the haste in which the Israelites left Egypt. So, the Last Supper took place during the Passover, specifically on the first day of unleavened bread.

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Mark 6:49-50
but when they saw him walking on the sea they thought it was a ghost, and cried out,

because they all saw him and were terrified. Immediately he spoke to them and said, "Take courage! It is I. Don't be afraid.

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Prophet Isaiah saw the Lord of Hosts in the temple and he was overwhelmed with a sense of awe and reverence for God's holiness. He realized the sinfulness of himself and his people and felt ashamed. However, he also praised God's glory and prayed fervently, seeking forgiveness and guidance. This encounter with God had a profound impact on Isaiah and he became a powerful prophet, speaking on behalf of God to the people of Israel.

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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.

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Acts 8:1         Following Stephen’s death in 35AD, the more radical members of the young church in Jerusalem are persecuted by the staunchly traditional Jewish hierarchy. Most of the Greek-speaking believers are scattered throughout Judaea and Samaria, while the twelve apostles – who are more traditional Hebrew and Aramaic-speaking Jews – are able to remain in Jerusalem.

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According to the biblical account in 2 Kings 5, Naaman was a powerful commander in the army of the king of Aram who had leprosy. Naaman's servant, a young Israelite girl, told him about the prophet Elisha who could heal him. Naaman went to Elisha, who instructed him to bathe in the Jordan River seven times to be cured. Naaman followed the instructions and was healed of his leprosy. After Naaman was healed, he wanted to give Elisha a gift, but Elisha refused. However, Elisha's servant, Gehazi, was covetous and wanted to receive some of the gifts that Naaman had brought. So Gehazi went after Naaman and lied to him, saying that Elisha had sent him to ask for two talents of silver and two sets of clothing. Naaman gave Gehazi what he requested, and Gehazi hid the gifts in his house. When Gehazi returned to Elisha, he lied to him as well, saying that he had not gone anywhere. Elisha, being a prophet, knew what had happened and pronounced a curse on Gehazi and his descendants, saying that Naaman's leprosy would now be on him and his descendants forever. Therefore, it was Gehazi's covetousness and deceitfulness that caused him to receive Naaman's leprosy as a punishment for his actions.

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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.

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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.

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This quote comes from the Bible, specifically from the book of Luke, chapter 9, verse 62. In this passage, Jesus is talking to someone who wants to follow him, but asks for permission to first go and say goodbye to his family. Jesus responds by saying that anyone who puts their hand to the plough (a farming tool used to make furrows for planting seeds) and then looks back is not fit for the kingdom of God. In simpler terms, Jesus is using a metaphor to explain that if you make a commitment to follow him, you should not look back or be distracted by things from your past or present that may keep you from fulfilling that commitment. He is saying that if you want to follow him, you need to be fully dedicated and not let anything hold you back. This passage emphasizes the importance of wholeheartedly committing to Jesus and the message he brings.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Luke 5:1-8
6 When they had done so, they caught such a large number of fish that their nets began to break.
7 So they signaled their partners in the other boat to come and help them, and they came and filled both boats so full that they began to sink.
8 When Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus' knees and said, "Go away from me, Lord; I am a sinful man!"

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The statement made by Jonah implies that God hears and answers prayers in times of distress. Jonah was in a difficult situation, being swallowed by a large fish, and he cried out to God for help. God answered Jonah's call and rescued him from his distress. This shows that God is always available to listen to and help those who call on Him, especially when they are in trouble.

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On the fourth day of creation, according to the account in the Bible, God created the sun, moon and stars, which are known as "the two great lights". These lights were created to give light to the earth and to be used for signs, seasons, days, and years.

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This quote is attributed to King Rehoboam, who was the son of King Solomon and the successor to the throne of the Kingdom of Israel. This statement is made in the context of a confrontation with the Israelite people, who had come to Rehoboam seeking relief from the harsh policies of his father. Rehoboam's response, to threaten even greater punishment, was seen as a sign of his lack of wisdom and leadership, and ultimately led to a division of the kingdom into two separate states, with Rehoboam ruling over the southern kingdom of Judah.

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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.

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Amos 4;9
"Many times I struck your gardens and vineyards, destroying them with blight and mildew. Locusts devoured your fig and olive trees, yet you have not returned to me," declares the LORD.

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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.

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Angel Gabriel told Zachariah that he would become dumb because he did not believe God's words. Zachariah had doubts and questioned the angel's message about his wife Elizabeth having a baby, even though they were both old and had been trying to have a child for a long time. This lack of faith in God's plan made the angel Gabriel declare that Zachariah would not be able to speak until the baby, John, was born as a sign of punishment for his disbelief.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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According to the Gospel of Luke, when Moses and Elijah appeared during the Transfiguration, they spoke with Jesus about His "departure", which is referring to His impending death. This event is recorded in Luke 9:28-36, and it is described that Moses and Elijah appeared in glorious form and talked with Jesus about what He was about to accomplish in Jerusalem. This conversation likely included the upcoming events of Jesus' trial, crucifixion, and resurrection. The Transfiguration served as a confirmation of Jesus' divine identity and His mission on earth, which was to suffer and die for the sins of humanity.

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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)