JAMB UTME - Christian Religious Studies - 1997

Maelezo ya Majibu

Maelezo ya Majibu

David perceived that his child from Bathsheba was dead because his servants were afraid to tell him, and he saw that they were whispering together, which made him realize that something terrible had happened. When David inquired about the situation, they told him the news that the child had died. This is recorded in 2 Samuel 12:18-19. Therefore, the correct option is: "he saw his servants whispering together."

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Maelezo ya Majibu

The name Ichabod means "departed glory." It comes from the Hebrew language and appears in the Bible in the book of 1 Samuel. The name was given to a child born to a woman named Phinehas's wife after her husband and father-in-law died in battle against the Philistines and the Ark of God was taken. The name Ichabod signifies the departure of God's glory from Israel.

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According to Paul, the condition for justification is faith in Christ crucified. In his letters to the Romans and Galatians, he emphasizes that humans are justified by faith in Jesus Christ, and not by works of the law. This means that people cannot earn their salvation by keeping God's commandments or possessing spiritual gifts, but rather they must put their faith in Jesus Christ and his sacrifice on the cross for the forgiveness of sins. Therefore, faith in Christ crucified is the key condition for justification according to Paul's teachings.

Maelezo ya Majibu

Maelezo ya Majibu

The statement, "Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man has nowhere to lay his head," implies that discipleship costs much. This means that following Jesus requires a significant sacrifice, including giving up material possessions and comforts. The Son of man, who refers to Jesus, was willing to sacrifice everything, including a comfortable place to lay his head, in order to fulfill his mission on earth. As his followers, we are also called to be willing to make sacrifices for the sake of the Gospel and to prioritize our allegiance to God over our attachment to material possessions.

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Maelezo ya Majibu

Maelezo ya Majibu

Maelezo ya Majibu

The prayer of Jesus before His arrest showed that He was sorrowful and troubled. In the prayer, He expressed His deep anguish and fear about the suffering that awaited Him. He also prayed for strength and asked for God's will to be done. This prayer shows the human side of Jesus, who experienced emotions like any other human being. It also highlights the depth of His commitment to fulfilling God's plan for the salvation of humanity.

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In John 15, Jesus used the illustration of the vine and branches to teach that a Christian who abides in Him will surely bear much fruit. Just as a branch cannot bear fruit by itself, but only by being connected to the vine, a Christian cannot bear fruit without abiding in Christ. This means that they must have a close, ongoing relationship with Him, relying on Him for strength, guidance, and direction. Bearing fruit in this context means living a life that is characterized by the qualities of Christ, such as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

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Faith played a very vital role in the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Many times in the Gospels, Jesus healed people who came to Him with faith and trust in His power to heal. He often told those He healed that their faith had made them well. Without faith, people may not have come to Jesus to be healed, and they may not have received the healing they needed. Faith is a belief in something or someone, and in this case, faith in Jesus was essential for people to experience His healing power.

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The people referred to as pillars of the Jerusalem church, who gave Barnabas and Paul the right hand of fellowship were James, Cephas, and John. These were important leaders in the early Christian church, and they affirmed their support for the ministry of Paul and Barnabas.

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God made a covenant with the people of Israel that if they obeyed His commandments and kept His covenant, they would become a nation where God would manifest Himself, and they would be His special people. They would become a kingdom of priests of God, a holy nation, and a light to the other nations of the world. The covenant was a promise of blessings for obedience and punishment for disobedience. Therefore, by keeping God's covenant, the people of Israel would become a holy nation, where God would dwell among them, and they would be a blessing to the other nations of the world.

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Peter in his letter admonishes Christians that suffering for Christ's sake brings God's blessing. In 1 Peter 3:14, he writes, "But even if you should suffer for righteousness' sake, you will be blessed." Peter encourages believers to endure any persecution they may face for following Christ, knowing that in the end, they will be blessed by God. This includes facing opposition and ridicule from those who do not believe, as well as more severe forms of persecution such as imprisonment or even death. Through it all, believers can trust that God is with them and will ultimately reward their faithfulness.

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In the Gospel of Luke, at the end of the Sermon on the Plain, Jesus uses the analogy of a building to emphasize the importance of hearing and obeying the word. He compares those who hear and obey His teachings to a man who builds his house on a solid foundation, while those who hear but do not obey are like a man who builds his house on sand. This analogy illustrates the importance of not only hearing the word of God, but also putting it into practice in order to have a strong and lasting faith.

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According to the Gospel of Mark and Luke, blind Bartimaeus was healed by Jesus as he was leaving Jericho. After receiving his sight, Bartimaeus' response was to follow Jesus immediately. He did not go to show himself to the priests, confess Jesus as a prophet, or speak to the Jews about Jesus.

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The devil's principal purpose for tempting Jesus Christ was to lure Him from His mission. The devil wanted Jesus to abandon His mission of saving mankind and worship him instead. The devil tempted Jesus with power, wealth and worldly pleasures, hoping to distract Him from His divine purpose. However, Jesus resisted the temptation and remained steadfast in His mission to save humanity, demonstrating His unwavering commitment to God's will.

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The parable which teaches about God's judgement is that of the weeds. In the parable of the weeds, Jesus tells a story about a farmer who sows good seed in his field, but an enemy comes and sows weeds among the wheat. When the wheat begins to grow, the weeds also grow with them. The farmer's workers suggest that they should pull up the weeds, but the farmer tells them to wait until the harvest. At the time of harvest, the weeds will be separated from the wheat and burned. This parable teaches that there will be a final judgment where the righteous will be separated from the wicked, and the wicked will be punished.

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Maelezo ya Majibu

When Pilate asked Jesus if He was the king of the Jews, Jesus replied, "You have said so." This response is recorded in the Gospel of Matthew (27:11), indicating that Jesus neither confirmed nor denied that He was the king of the Jews. Instead, He allowed Pilate to draw his own conclusion based on the evidence presented to him. This response is sometimes interpreted as a way of acknowledging that Pilate was the one in power at the moment and that he had the authority to make the final decision.

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According to James, the man who prays to God and at the same time doubts is "double-minded." This means that he is uncertain and divided in his thoughts and beliefs, which makes it difficult for him to fully trust in God and have faith in His promises. James warns that such a person should not expect to receive anything from God because he is unstable and lacks conviction in his prayers. Therefore, it is important for believers to have a steadfast faith and trust in God, without doubting or wavering in their beliefs.

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Paul worked night and day so that he might not be a burden to anyone. This means that Paul did not want to be a financial burden to anyone as he carried out his ministry. He worked hard to provide for himself and his companions, and not depend on the generosity of others. He did this out of a sense of responsibility and also to avoid any potential criticism from those who might view him as a money-grabber.

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Jeremiah was not anxious to accept God's call to become a prophet because he felt he was too young and inexperienced.

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The answer to this question is: "salvation comes through adherence to the law". In the Christian faith, it is believed that salvation is obtained by faith in God's grace, not by adherence to the law. If someone believes that salvation comes through following the law, they are essentially rejecting the grace of God and placing their trust in their own ability to keep the law. This nullifies their faith, and therefore any promise made on the basis of that faith would be void.

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The comparison between the harlotry of Gomer and Israel is based on unfaithfulness to God. Gomer was unfaithful to her husband Hosea, just as Israel was unfaithful to God by turning to idols and false gods. Both Gomer and Israel abandoned their commitment and faithfulness, and turned towards immorality and ungodliness. The comparison highlights the gravity of Israel's sin and the severity of their punishment, just as Hosea's marriage was strained by Gomer's unfaithfulness. In essence, the comparison emphasizes the importance of faithfulness to God and the consequences of unfaithfulness.

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The phrase "those who have fallen asleep before the coming of the Lord" refers to people who have died physically before the return of Jesus Christ. This expression is used in the Bible to describe believers who have passed away, and it emphasizes the hope of resurrection and eternal life for those who have put their faith in Jesus. Therefore, the answer is "dead physically." It does not refer to people who are sleeping naturally, dead spiritually, or unfaithful.

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According to the Gospel of Matthew, when the women went to see the sepulcher where Jesus had been buried, they saw an angel sitting upon the stone that had sealed the tomb. The angel announced to them that Jesus had risen from the dead and instructed them to go and tell the disciples. (Matthew 28:2-7)

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Joseph saw his rise to leadership position in Egypt in relation to his brothers as a means of preserving their lives. Joseph's brothers had sold him into slavery out of jealousy, but Joseph, through God's providence, had become a powerful leader in Egypt. When his brothers came to Egypt during a time of famine, Joseph forgave them and used his position to provide for them and their families. He saw his power as an opportunity to show mercy and to ensure the survival of his family.

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James encourages Christians to remain impartial by showing love to all without distinction. In James 2:1-13, he warns against showing partiality towards the rich and ignoring the poor. He emphasizes that the law of love requires Christians to treat everyone equally, without discrimination based on their status or wealth. Thus, Christians should love their neighbors as themselves and give everyone their due, regardless of their social or economic standing.

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The parable which teaches about God's judgement is that of the weeds. In this parable, Jesus tells a story about a farmer who sows good seed in his field, but an enemy comes and sows weeds among the wheat. The farmer's servants want to pull up the weeds, but the farmer tells them to let both the wheat and the weeds grow together until the harvest. At the harvest, the wheat is gathered into the barn, but the weeds are thrown into the fire. This parable teaches that God will judge between the righteous and the wicked at the end of time, and those who have done evil will be punished while the righteous will be rewarded.

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According to the Bible, the greatest spiritual gift to seek for is love. This is based on the teachings of Paul in 1 Corinthians 13, where he emphasizes the importance of love as the foundation for all spiritual gifts. Paul states that even if he has all the spiritual gifts, without love, he is nothing. Love is described as patient, kind, not jealous, not arrogant, not selfish, not easily provoked, and never failing. Therefore, love is considered to be the greatest gift because it is the most essential quality of a Christ-like character, and it enables us to serve others in a selfless and sacrificial way.

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At the Beautiful Gate, Peter and John healed a man who was lame.

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The civic responsibility that Christians are commanded to carry out is obedience to lawful authority. This means that Christians are to respect and obey the laws of the land and the authorities that have been placed in positions of power. This is based on the teachings of the Bible, which instructs Christians to submit to governing authorities as they are established by God. By obeying the law, Christians can be good citizens and promote the welfare of their communities.

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Jesus implies in His teaching on adultery, prayer, alms, and fasting that these are more of matters of the heart. In His teachings, Jesus emphasizes the importance of inner purity and righteousness, rather than just following external rules and rituals. He stresses that true righteousness involves not only outward actions but also the attitudes and motivations of the heart. Therefore, Jesus encourages His followers to examine their hearts and motives, and to cultivate a deep and sincere relationship with God, rather than just focusing on outward appearances and following religious traditions.

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Jesus healed the only son of the widow of Nain because He had compassion on her. When Jesus saw the widow weeping as they carried her dead son out of the town, He was moved with compassion for her and said, "Do not weep." Jesus then approached the bier and touched it, and said to the dead man, "Young man, I say to you, arise." The man sat up and began to speak, and Jesus presented him to his mother. The people who witnessed this were amazed and glorified God, recognizing that a great prophet had arisen among them.

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According to the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus entered Jerusalem riding on a colt and a donkey. This event is known as the Triumphal Entry, which is celebrated by Christians on Palm Sunday, the week before Easter. The image of Jesus riding on a colt and a donkey was seen as a fulfillment of the prophecy in Zechariah 9:9, which states, "Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout aloud, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your king is coming to you; righteous and having salvation is he, humble and mounted on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey." This event is considered significant as it symbolizes Jesus' entry into Jerusalem as a king, and it also sets the stage for his crucifixion and resurrection.

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In the context of the question, Paul, who was an apostle, instructed the Corinthians on how to handle someone who had caused pain to the church. He advised that such a person should be removed from their midst, implying that they should be expelled from the church community. This was seen as a way of preserving the purity of the church and protecting its members from negative influences. Therefore, the correct answer is "removed from their midst".

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According to the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus entered Jerusalem riding on a colt and a donkey. This means that Jesus was riding on two animals at the same time, one being a young horse (colt) and the other being a donkey. The donkey was likely the mother of the colt, which was a common practice for people to use both animals together for transportation. This event is often referred to as the Triumphal Entry, as it marked the beginning of Holy Week and Jesus' final journey towards his crucifixion.

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The statement above shows that Jesus is the Lord over all creation. This means that every knee, which includes all religious persons, Christians, and non-Christians, will bow to Him and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is the Lord. This declaration emphasizes the universal and supreme authority of Jesus over everything, regardless of individual beliefs or affiliations.