JAMB UTME - Christian Religious Studies - 2009

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In the country of the Gerasenes, Jesus healed the man possessed of demons.

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The message in the parable of the weeds is to teach Christians to be aware of false teaching. In the parable, Jesus tells of a farmer who sowed good seed in his field, but an enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat. The farmer decided to let the wheat and the weeds grow together until harvest time. The message of the parable is that in the world, there will always be false teachings and evil, but Christians should be discerning and not be deceived by false teachings. They should continue to grow and bear fruit, knowing that at the end of the age, the Lord will separate the wheat from the weeds.

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The statement "Unbind him, and let him go" was made by Jesus when he raised Lazarus from the dead. After Jesus commanded Lazarus to come out of the tomb, he was still bound in his grave clothes. Jesus then instructed those around him to unbind Lazarus and let him go free. This event is recorded in the Bible in the Gospel of John, chapter 11.

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God had pity on the people of Nineveh because they turned from their evil ways. When Jonah warned the Ninevites about God's coming judgement because of their wickedness, they repented and turned from their evil ways. They fasted, wore sackcloth and ashes, and turned to God in prayer. God saw their repentance and had mercy on them, and He did not bring the destruction that He had warned of. Therefore, God had pity on the people of Nineveh because of their repentance and turning from their evil ways.

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Philip asked the Ethiopian eunuch if he understood what he was reading when he found him reading the book of Isaiah.

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The kingdom of Israel was divided because the last two kings made unwise policies. After the death of King Solomon, his son Rehoboam became king, but he refused to reduce the burden of taxes and labor on the people, which led to a rebellion in the northern part of the kingdom. The ten northern tribes formed their own kingdom, Israel, and made Jeroboam their king, while the two southern tribes remained loyal to Rehoboam and formed the kingdom of Judah. This division was caused by the unwise policies of the last two kings and resulted in the two kingdoms existing separately with different kings and different systems of government.

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Gideon called the altar he built to the LORD "The LORD is peace." This name signifies Gideon's recognition of the peace that comes from God's presence and power. After experiencing God's victory over the Midianites, Gideon understood that true peace can only be found in God. So, he named the altar to acknowledge God's role in bringing peace to His people.

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In the book of Romans, Paul condemned the idea of allowing sin to take over the mortal bodies of believers in the new life. He argued that sin should not reign in the lives of believers and that they should not present their bodies as instruments of wickedness but rather as instruments of righteousness to God. Therefore, the answer to the question is wickedness.

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Prophet Hosea named his second child Not Pitied because God would no more pity the "house of Israel." In the book of Hosea in the Old Testament, Hosea was instructed by God to marry a promiscuous woman as a representation of how Israel had been unfaithful to Him by worshipping idols and turning away from His commands. Hosea's children were given symbolic names as a message to the people of Israel. The second child, whose name was Lo-Ruhamah (meaning "not pitied"), symbolized that God would no longer have pity on the house of Israel because of their continued disobedience.

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The baptism of Jesus by John in River Jordan was to fulfill all righteousness. This is stated in the Bible in Matthew 3:15, where Jesus says to John, "Let it be so now; it is proper for us to do this to fulfill all righteousness." Jesus' baptism was a public declaration of His commitment to God and His mission, and it was an example for us to follow. It also marked the beginning of His ministry on earth.

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In Paul's arrangement of the spiritual gifts in Corinthians, the last is "interpretation of tongues". This means that the ability to interpret what is being spoken in tongues is considered the least important of the spiritual gifts. Speaking in tongues is seen as a more impressive gift, but without interpretation, it is meaningless to the rest of the congregation. Therefore, Paul emphasizes the importance of interpretation to edify the church.

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The statement "Can any one forbid water for baptizing these people who have received the Holy Spirit just as we have?" was made by Peter at the conversion of Cornelius. This is recorded in the book of Acts in the Bible. Cornelius was a Roman centurion who was a devout and God-fearing man. He was visited by an angel who told him to send for Peter. When Peter arrived at Cornelius' house, he preached the gospel to Cornelius and his household. While he was still speaking, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they began to speak in tongues and praise God. Peter then asked, "Can anyone forbid water for baptizing these people who have received the Holy Spirit just as we have?" and he went on to baptize Cornelius and his household. This event marked an important moment in the early church as it showed that the gospel was not just for the Jews but for the Gentiles as well.

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In His sermon on the Mount, Jesus said that the poor in spirit are blessed because they would inherit the kingdom of heaven. By "poor in spirit," Jesus was referring to those who recognize their spiritual poverty and their need for God. He was saying that those who humbly acknowledge their need for God will be rewarded with eternal life in the kingdom of heaven. This statement is part of what is commonly known as the Beatitudes, which are a series of blessings pronounced by Jesus on those who follow God's ways.

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In the Bible, Jesus describes himself as the good shepherd who lays down his life for his sheep. This means that a good shepherd is someone who will protect and care for his sheep, even at great personal cost. The image of the good shepherd is used to show the kind of love and care that Jesus has for his followers, and how he is willing to make any sacrifice for their well-being.

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Angel Gabriel told Zachariah that he would become dumb until John was born because he did not believe God's words. Zachariah was a priest, and he and his wife Elizabeth were both old and childless. One day, while Zachariah was serving in the temple, an angel appeared to him and told him that his wife would bear him a son and they should name him John. However, Zachariah doubted the angel's message, and as a result, he was struck dumb until the day his son was born.

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In the statement above, the dry land and the waters refer to the creation of the earth's land and oceans as described in the book of Genesis in the Bible. According to the creation story, on the third day, God created the dry land by gathering the waters under the heavens into one place and allowing the dry land to appear. Therefore, the dry land refers to the solid part of the earth's surface, such as continents and islands, while the waters refer to the oceans, seas, lakes, and other bodies of water on the earth's surface.

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The sin of the sons of Eli, Hophni and Phinehas, was that they treated the offering of the LORD with contempt. They were priests who were responsible for collecting offerings and sacrifices from the people, but they would take the best portions for themselves and treat the rest with disrespect. They did not honor God's laws and treated His offerings with disdain, which was a great offense in the eyes of God. As a result, God punished them severely and they died on the same day.

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In his teaching on partiality, James declares that mercy triumphs over judgment. This means that showing mercy to others is more important than passing judgment on them. Instead of being critical and judgmental, James encourages his readers to be merciful and compassionate towards others, just as God has been merciful towards them. By showing mercy, we can overcome our natural tendency to judge others based on their outward appearances or circumstances, and instead treat them with kindness and respect, as fellow human beings deserving of love and compassion.

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According to Ephesians, children who obey their parents in the Lord will have long life. This is based on Ephesians 6:1-3, which states, "Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 'Honor your father and mother'—which is the first commandment with a promise— 'so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.'" This means that when children obey their parents, it pleases the Lord and they will be blessed with a long and fulfilling life on earth.

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In addition to the declaration of freedom to the exiles in Babylon, King Cyrus ordered for the free will offering for the house of God in Jerusalem. After conquering Babylon, King Cyrus gave the Jewish people permission to return to their homeland and rebuild the temple that was destroyed by the Babylonians. He even provided them with funds to support the project, and he ordered the return of the temple vessels that were taken by the Babylonians. This act of kindness by King Cyrus was viewed by the Jewish people as a fulfillment of the prophecy that was made by Jeremiah, that after 70 years of captivity, the Jews would return to their homeland.

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David was anointed king over Judah at Hebron. Hebron was a city in the southern part of the land of Canaan, which later became the territory of the tribe of Judah. After the death of Saul, the first king of Israel, David was anointed as king over Judah by the people of that tribe. It was later after Ish-bosheth, the son of Saul was killed that David was anointed as king over all Israel at Hebron.

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The first step taken by the new king of Egypt was to set taskmasters over the Israelites to afflict them with burdens. The statement comes from the biblical account of the Israelites' enslavement in Egypt, as described in the book of Exodus. According to the account, the new king of Egypt was afraid that the Israelites were becoming too numerous and might pose a threat to his rule. His solution was to impose harsh slave labor on them, using taskmasters to force them to work on construction projects and other tasks. Although the king's actions became increasingly brutal, including the order to kill all Hebrew male children, the first step was to set taskmasters over them to afflict them with burdens.

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In Timothy, Paul urges Christians to pray for kings and those in authority for the achievement of a quiet and peaceable life. This means that as Christians, it is important to pray for those in positions of authority so that they can lead in a manner that fosters peace and orderliness in society. Through prayer, Christians can ask for God's intervention in the affairs of those in power, and this can lead to good governance and peaceful coexistence. A quiet and peaceable life is important for Christians because it allows them to focus on serving God without distractions and to live in harmony with their fellow human beings.

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According to the Gospel of Matthew, the stone on the tomb of Jesus was removed by an angel. The angel appeared during the dawn of the first day of the week, rolled the stone away from the tomb's entrance, and sat on it. This happened after an earthquake had occurred, which was caused by the descent of the angel from heaven. The angel's purpose was to show that the tomb was empty, and that Jesus had risen from the dead, just as He had said.

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After Judas Iscariot's betrayal and death, the remaining eleven disciples chose a replacement for him. The replacement disciple's name was Mathias, as recorded in the book of Acts chapter 1 verse 26.

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According to Luke's account of the Transfiguration, Moses and Elijah appeared and spoke with Jesus about His "departure" (Luke 9:31). This is generally understood to refer to Jesus' impending death and the events that would follow, including His resurrection and ascension. Moses and Elijah, who represented the Law and the Prophets respectively, were acknowledging Jesus as the fulfillment of their teachings and prophecies.

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According to Thessalonians, the day of the Lord will not come unless the rebellion comes first. This means that before the day of the Lord, there will be a great rebellion against God and His ways. It is a warning to Christians to remain faithful and not be led astray by false teachings and rebellious attitudes. Once the rebellion happens, then the day of the Lord will come.

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The errand of Abraham's servant in the statement above was to find a wife for Isaac.

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The answer is "apostles". After the stoning of Stephen, a great persecution arose against the Jerusalem Church and all the believers, except the apostles, were scattered throughout Judea and Samaria. The apostles remained in Jerusalem to continue their work in the Church (Acts 8:1-4).

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For worshipping the molten calf, God described the Israelites as "a stiff-necked people." This means that the Israelites were stubborn and disobedient to God's commands. The term "stiff-necked" comes from the idea of an animal that refuses to move its head or neck, symbolizing a stubborn resistance to direction or guidance. In the context of the Israelites, it suggests a rebellious attitude towards God's authority and a refusal to follow His laws.

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The Son of man was raised up and stood on his feet after the instruction, and then the Spirit entered him, giving him the power to prophesy. This event is described in the book of Ezekiel in the Old Testament of the Bible, where the prophet Ezekiel receives this instruction from God and sees a vision of the glory of the Lord. The phrase "Son of man" is used in the Bible as a title for prophets, and it is often associated with the idea of a representative of humanity.