Correct Answer: B. He climbs into the sheepfold by another way

Explanation

a(i) Jos. 24: 1 - 28:

(i) Joshua gathered all Israel to Shechem and told the people their history from Abraham to Moses.

(ii) He emphasized God's abiding faith with Israel making them owners of the land of the Amorites.

(iii) He reminded them of the saving acts of God in their history.

(iv) With all these favours, they must serve God and put away all foreign gods.

(v) Alternatively, they should decide on whom to serve.

(vi) Joshua told the people that as for him and his family, they would serve the Lord.

(vii) The Israelites also said they would put away other gods serve the Lord.

(viii) Who had been faithful to them.

(ix) Joshua reminded them that God is Holy and jealous.

(x) He will not forgive their sins/unfaithfulness should they forsake God they would be punished.

(xi) He told them not to break their promise.

(xii) They must put away all false gods and serve God with sincerity.

(xiii) Joshua wrote down the laws of God, put a stone to witness, should they deal falsely with God.

(b) Two leadership qualities:

(i) He had faith in God.

(ii) His ways of life as a role model for his people.

(iii) His ability to convince and advise the people to accept his views.

(iv) His courage to call the people together.

(v) He was a good political leader.

Correct Answer: C) Jeremiah

Explanation

The question is asking which prophet is known as the prophet of hope in Israel. The options are Ezekiel, Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Nahum. The correct answer is option C, Jeremiah.

Jeremiah was a prophet in Israel who lived during a difficult time when the Israelites were facing war and destruction. Despite the challenges, Jeremiah was known for his message of hope, which inspired people to keep their faith in God. His message emphasized that God was still with them and that there was a future for Israel. This is why Jeremiah is regarded as the prophet of hope in Israel.

Ezekiel and Isaiah were also prophets in Israel, but they were known for different things. Ezekiel was known for his visions and prophecies about the destruction of Jerusalem, while Isaiah was known for his prophecies about the coming of the Messiah.

Nahum was also a prophet in Israel, but he was known for his prophecies about the destruction of Nineveh, a city in Assyria.

Knowing the different prophets and their messages is important for understanding the history and beliefs of Christianity. It helps us to appreciate the role of these prophets in shaping the faith of many people.

Correct Answer: C. poor in wordly possessions yet rich in faith

Explanation

(A) RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FAITH AND WORKS (JAMES 1:2-27,2: 14 - 26)

i. James outlined the fact that a person gains no profit by merely claiming to have faith but not works.

ii. Genuine faith is evidenced by works. He called on Christians to be doers of the word and not deceive themselves as men of faith, by not doing what they professed.

iii. Thus faith without works is dead.

iv. Faith is expressed in practical works like charity/caring for the sick, widows,

v. Faith and works are inseparable for, you cannot show me your faith with,

vi A person is justified by works and not by faith alone For works is the finality of it

vii. James taught that people who have belief in God without expressing it in actions justify their faith are not different from the devil,.

viii For the devil also believes in God but does not do God's work

ix. James argued that if Christians are mere hearers, they are like a man who observe his face in a mirror, but as soon as he goes away, forgets what his face looks like.

x. For somebody to be truly 'religious he must bridle his tongue, or else his religion is in vain! he is deceiving himself.

xi. James argues further that Abraham was justified by works when he was ready to offer his son Isaac. Thus he justified his faith by works.

xii. Again, Rahab the harlot was also justified by her works when she protected the spies sent by Joshua. She had faith in God and matched it by saving the spies.

xiii. These two people expressed their faiths by their deeds.

xiv. Faith and works are essential to each other just as the body arid the spirit.

xv. Thus, just as the body apart from the spirit is dead, faith apart from works is dead.

B) EXPRESSION OF FAITH IN WORKS.

i Respecting themselves service to the society/country/charity.

ii. Loving one another / being hospitable.

iii. Being law abiding.

iv. Performing one's civic responsibilities and religious obligations.

v. Avoiding pride/arrogance and violence etc.

vi, Being patient, submissive, polite, honest/practicing Christian virtues.

vii. Ensuring good governance

viii. Taking part in church activities.

Explanation

(A) Joshua's Appointment (Numbers 27:15-23)

i. When Moses was old and about to die, he asked God for a new leader.

ii. One who will lead them out and bring them in.

iii. This was to ensure that Israel would not be without a shepherd

iv. God declared Joshua, son of Nun, as Moses' successor.

v. Joshua was a man with the spirit of God, a long associate of Moses.

vi. Moses was to invest Joshua with some of his authority so that all the congregation of Israel would obey him.

vii. The change was to be a gradual shift of power while Moses was still alive.

viii. Joshua was to depend on Eleazar, the priest, who would inquire of the Lord by the judgment of the Urim and Thummin. .

ix.. At his command lie and the entire community of Israel will go out and come in.

x. Moses brought Joshua before Eleazar and the congregation.

xi. Eleazar commissioned him before the congregation by laying hands on him.

xii. Moses exercised both political/civil and religious powers as ht received orders from God directly.

xiii. Joshua's powers were political! civil while Eleazar took care of religious issues.

xiv. Laying of hands' on Joshua signified his divine appointment.

xv. Joshua was to follow/mediate upon the law given to him by Moses.

xvi: God encouraged Joshua to be strong, and courageous.

xvii. God pledged to always be with him. .

xviii. Moses had a great concern for the nation as he was not disturbed by the forecast of his death, but prayed for Joshua.

(B) Three Leadership Qualities of Joshua that Leaders must follow

i. Fear of God and trust in Him are import at for leadership.

ii. Leaders should be faithful and obedient to God's rules in order to be successful.

iii. They should accord respect to young and old, rich or poor.

iv. They should be courageous and strong in taking decisions and implementing them.

v. They must be truthful.

vi. People should recognize the need to grow into leadership instead of grabbing it.

vii. He was visionary/ had foresight/positive thinker.

viii. He was strategist/ good planner/ Administrator

ix. I-fe had integrity/Selfless.

Correct Answer: D. name all the creatures

Correct Answer: C. speaking in tongues

Correct Answer: D. pursued their brothers with the sword

Correct Answer: C. 5th day