Explanation

(a) The Jews always regarded themselves as descendants of Abram; as God's chosen people. Unfortunately for them, they were unable to recognize the place of Jesus in God's plan for man's salvation and therefore, they rejected him as the son of God. Their privileged position was, therefore, transferred to those who, through faith, believe in Jesus. Peter, therefore, admonished the believers in their new status, to remember that they were formerly no people in the sight of, God, but owing to their belief and faith through Jesus, they become children of God. Peter, therefore, cautioned that they should henceforth maintain good conduct among the Gentiles or unbelievers, so that, in case the latter spoke against them as wrong doers, they might see their good works and glorify God.

(b) Peter expects Christians to subject themselves to civil authority and institutions for the Lord's sake, for God has set them up to punish wrong doers and praise those who do right. It is God's will that by doing right, they would put to silence the ignorance of the foolish men. He also teaches that as men who live under the freedom of Christ, they should not use their freedom as a cover-up for evil. As servants of God, they should honour all men, love the Christian brotherhood, fear God and honour the emperor (king). Finally, as Christian servants, they should be submissive to their earthly masters in all respects. God approves of those who, being mindful of God, endure pain while suffering unjustly.

Correct Answer: D. Jesus might effect more cure in their vicinity

Correct Answer: D. Ask in Faith

Correct Answer: C) He was stoned to death

Explanation

In the book of Joshua in the Bible, there was a man named Achan who disobeyed God's command by taking some of the forbidden spoils of war from the city of Jericho. When the Israelites went to battle against the city of Ai, they were defeated, and Joshua asked God for guidance. God revealed to Joshua that someone in the camp had taken the forbidden items. After investigation, Achan confessed to taking the items and was confronted by Joshua with the words, Why did you bring trouble on us? The LORD brings trouble on you today.

The correct option to the question is C: He was stoned to death. After Achan's confession, he and his entire family were stoned to death and their bodies were burnt. This punishment was in accordance with God's command to Joshua to completely destroy all the forbidden items and to punish the offender severely.

This story teaches us the importance of obedience to God's commands and the consequences of disobedience. As Christians, we should strive to obey God's commands and turn away from sin. In addition, this story also emphasizes the importance of confessing our sins and seeking forgiveness from God.

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Correct Answer: B. were afraid of him

Correct Answer: D) Obadiah

Explanation

During the period of three and a half years of drought in Israel, there was a man who hid one hundred prophets of God in a cave. This question is asking you to identify who this man was from the options provided.

Option A is Isaiah, option B is Elisha, option C is Elijah, option D is Obadiah (which is correct), and option E is Jeremiah.

To answer this question, you need to know who the man was that hid the one hundred prophets of God during the three and a half years of drought in Israel. This man is Obadiah, which makes option D the correct answer.

It's important to note that Obadiah was a servant of King Ahab, who was not in favor of the prophets of God. Obadiah risked his life to hide the prophets in a cave and provide them with food and water during the drought.

Knowing about the different prophets and their stories is an important part of Christian Religious Knowledge. By studying these stories, we can learn about the faith, courage, and devotion of those who came before us.

In conclusion, the correct answer to this question is option D, Obadiah.

Correct Answer: D. Acting as God's agent, a foreigner showed favour to God's people

Correct Answer: C. Adam

Explanation

(a) James emphasized the role of faith in producing effective prayer. He taught believers not to doubt when they pray. He compared any one that doubts with a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind. According to him, a double-minded person, unstable in all his ways, will not receive anything from God through prayer. James confirmed that God answers prayers generously and will grant wisdom to anyone who asks for it in prayer. He taught that prayer can remove suffering and sickness of sin. James advised that elders of the Church should be called upon to pray over the sick and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord or the prayer of faith will save the sickman. Believers should confess their sins to one another and pray for one anther in order to attract God's healing and forgiveness of sin. James advised people who are cheerful to sing praises to God i.e. worship God in prayer. The prayer of a righteous man has great power in its effects / clean heart, clean soul. He illustrated with the prayer of Elijah who prayed fervently that it might not rain; and for 31/2 years, it did not rain. He prayed again and the heavens gave rain.

b) Hindrances to effective prayer.

(i) Our prayers will not be answered if they are not according to the will of God.

(ii) Prayers said thoughtlessly may not be answered.

(iii) If we pray without faith, our prayers may not be answered.

(iv) The presence of sin in our lives can lead to unanswered prayers / non-confession of sins.

(v) We should not serve two Gods — God and mammon.

(vi) Prayers from unforgiving hearts are usually not answered.

(vii) Lack of perseverance. We should persevere in prayers until the answer comes. (Importunity in prayer).

Correct Answer: A. David became very popular after killing Goliath