JAMB UTME - Christian Religious Studies - 2019

"For the men in the ship knew that he was fleeing from the presence of the Lord". The person referred to in this statement is________

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The person referred to in the statement is Jonah. The statement is a reference to the Biblical story of Jonah, who was a prophet in ancient Israel. In the story, Jonah was commanded by God to go to the city of Nineveh to preach against its wickedness. However, Jonah didn't want to do this and instead decided to flee on a ship to Tarshish. During the journey, a great storm arose, and the men on the ship became fearful for their lives. They eventually realized that Jonah was the cause of the storm because he was running away from God's command, and they threw him overboard to appease God. Jonah was then swallowed by a great fish, and after three days and nights, he was vomited onto the shore by the fish. Therefore, the phrase "For the men in the ship knew that he was fleeing from the presence of the Lord" refers to the realization of the sailors that Jonah was trying to escape from God's will, which caused the storm to come upon them.

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 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.

One of the following is not a quality of good discipleship________

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"Exuberance" is not a necessary quality of good discipleship. Good discipleship is characterized by qualities such as self-denial, where one is willing to give up their own interests and desires for the sake of following their spiritual leader or beliefs. Total commitment means being fully devoted and dedicated to the cause. However, exuberance refers to excessive excitement and enthusiasm, which is not necessarily a requirement for good discipleship. It is possible to be a good disciple without being overly energetic and enthusiastic. What is more important is a person's actions and behaviors, which should align with the principles and values of their faith.

The essence of St. Paul's teaching on Law and Grace is that___________

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The essence of St. Paul's teaching on Law and Grace is that observance of the law is not sufficient for salvation, but it is only through God's grace that Christians can be saved. Paul believed that following the law is important, but it cannot bring salvation because no one can perfectly keep the law. Therefore, it is only through faith in Jesus Christ and the grace of God that one can be redeemed and receive eternal life. However, this does not mean that Christians can continue in sin, but rather they are called to live a life of righteousness, obedience to God's commands, and to work out their salvation with fear and trembling.

The model example for wives in Christian families according to St Peter is _____

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St. Peter's model for wives in Christian families is given in 1 Peter 3:1-6, where he instructs wives to be submissive to their husbands and to win them over with their conduct. In this passage, St. Peter mentions Sarah, the wife of Abraham, as an example of a wife who honored her husband and obeyed God. Sarah is seen as a model of obedience and respect for all Christian wives. She is also a symbol of the faithful and obedient wife who is a source of blessing for her husband and her household.

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.

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

The most significant lesson at the scene of the Israelites' blame of Moses in their struggle and escape from Egypt is that___________

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Moses' courage and confidence in God, even though there was to certainty of safety for the Israelites at the red sea as the Eyptians chased after them, is a stand-alone lesson to hold on to from the story.

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.

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.

To St Paul, Christians can prepare for the second coming of Christ by______

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All that Christians have to do in preparation for the second coming of Christ is to live righteous lives with strong faith in the redemptive work of Christ

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.

"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.

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.

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.

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 

Paul advised the young in his teaching on interpersonal relationship among Christains to ________

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The youth according to ST Peter should be respectful and submissive to the elders in the Church. Whilst the elders lead exemplary lives 

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

"It shall be neither mine nor yours; divide it" what was to be divided?

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"It shall be neither mine nor yours; divide it" refers to a live baby that two women claimed as their own. This story is recorded in the Old Testament book of 1 Kings chapter 3, where King Solomon was faced with the difficult task of determining which of two women was the real mother of a baby. Both women claimed that the baby belonged to them, and Solomon had to decide who was telling the truth. His solution was to propose cutting the baby in half and giving each woman an equal share. The true mother's love for the child was revealed when she begged the king to spare the baby's life and give it to the other woman instead. Solomon then declared that the first woman, who was willing to give up her claim to the child rather than see it harmed, was the true mother. Therefore, the phrase "It shall be neither mine nor yours; divide it" refers to the live baby that King Solomon was called upon to judge and which he ultimately saved by revealing the true mother's identity.

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.

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'.

"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.

Peter healed Aeneas who had been bedridden for ____ years?

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Peter healed Aeneas who had been bedridden for eight years. Aeneas was a man who was paralyzed and unable to move or walk. According to the Bible, Peter went to his house and prayed for him, and Aeneas was instantly healed. This miracle showed the power of Jesus and the impact that his disciples were having on the people around them, spreading the message of hope and healing to all who needed it.

When Jesus healed the paralytic, the anger of the scribes was aroused by His_______

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The scribes were angered by Jesus' statement 'my son, your sins are forgiven' when He healed the paralytic. To them, such statement was blasphemous, as it is only God that can forgive sins.

The Last Supper refers the last meal Jesus had with His disciples immediately before His_____

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Jesus ate the Last Supper with His disciples before His betrayal and arrest.

St. Paul showed commitment as a means upon which forgiveness can effectively thrive by_______

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St.Paul demonstrated to Philemon that he truly wanted him to forgive Onesimus by undertaking the extra responsibility of paying whatever sum Onesimus owed

St James teaching on impartiality centers on________

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St James teaching on impartiality centers on the principle of loving our neighbours as ourselves in all situations. In his letter, he emphasizes the importance of treating everyone equally, regardless of their social status, wealth, or any other distinguishing factor. He urges Christians not to show favoritism to the rich over the poor, and not to judge people based on outward appearances. According to St James, impartiality is an essential aspect of Christian living and is demonstrated by acts of kindness, generosity, and compassion towards others. Christians are called to show love to their neighbors, not only in words but also in deeds, and to actively seek out opportunities to serve and bless others. Therefore, St James teaches that Christians should love and care for all people, regardless of their background or circumstances, and that true faith is demonstrated by living out this principle of impartiality in our daily lives.

"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.

"I gave you cleanness of teeth in all your cities". By this statement, God gave them ______

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The statement "I gave you cleanness of teeth in all your cities" is from the book of Amos in the Old Testament of the Bible. It means that God had taken away the people's food and made them go hungry, resulting in their teeth being clean because they had nothing to eat. In other words, the phrase "cleanness of teeth" is a metaphor for hunger and famine. The people had no food to eat, so their teeth were not being used for chewing, resulting in them being clean. This statement was part of a message from God to the people of Israel, warning them of the consequences of their disobedience and reminding them of His power and authority. Therefore, the answer to the question is "No food to eat."

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

The illustration of Satan, the adversary who prowls around seeking whom to devour, is particular to__________

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In St. Peter's teaching on humility, he advised that Christians be sober and watchful, for Satan, the adversary, prowls around seeking whom to devour.

Joseph's leadership quality was so exceptional so much that_________

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Other nations of the world benefited from the exceptional leadership skills of Joseph -Egypt was the land of plenty sought after by other nations in the time of severe famine.

The Egyptians encamped at ____ when they pursued the Israelites

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The Egyptians encamped at Pi-ha-hi-roth when they pursued the Israelites. To understand this, we need to go back to the story of the Exodus in the Bible. According to the book of Exodus, the Israelites were slaves in Egypt and God chose Moses to lead them out of slavery and into the promised land. After a series of plagues and miracles, the Pharaoh finally let the Israelites go. However, soon after leaving Egypt, the Pharaoh changed his mind and pursued the Israelites with his army. The Israelites were trapped between the pursuing army and the Red Sea, but God miraculously parted the sea and allowed the Israelites to pass through safely. After the Israelites had crossed the Red Sea, the pursuing Egyptian army followed them into the sea, but God caused the waters to return and drown the army. The Bible says that the Egyptians encamped at Pi-ha-hi-roth before pursuing the Israelites, so that is where they were when they were drowned in the Red Sea.

"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.

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.'

St Paul, in 'Law and Grace', although man was condemned, he has been redeemed through the ____

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St. Paul in 'Law and Grace' explains that although man was condemned due to sin, he has been redeemed through the grace of God. This means that even though we have failed to live up to God's standards, God has extended his unmerited favor and love towards us through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. This redemption is not based on our own efforts or good works, but solely on the grace of God, which is given to us freely by faith in Jesus Christ. So, in simple terms, St. Paul is saying that we are saved by the grace of God and not by our own merit or good works.

On the ________day, the child was _______and named Jesus

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The core of Saul's disobedience was that_____________

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Saul actually carried out Gods 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 

Jesus healed the lame man who had been sick for thirty-eight years at?

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Jesus healed the lame man who had been sick for thirty-eight years at the pool of Bethesda in Jerusalem. This is recorded in the book of John, chapter 5. In this story, Jesus encounters a man who had been an invalid for a long time and was unable to walk. He asked the man if he wanted to be healed, and when the man said yes, Jesus commanded him to get up, pick up his mat, and walk. The man was instantly healed and did as Jesus commanded. This event caused controversy because it was the Sabbath, and the religious leaders accused Jesus of breaking the Sabbath law by healing the man on that day. However, Jesus defended himself by saying that he was doing the work of his Father. This story is an example of Jesus' compassion and power to heal those who were sick and in need of physical and spiritual healing.