Correct Answer: B. was troubled and afraid

Correct Answer: A) an angel

Explanation

The question is asking who removed the stone from the tomb of Jesus, according to the book of Matthew in the Bible. The options are: an angel, a Roman soldier, Mary Magdalene, or Peter and John. The correct answer is option A, an angel.

In the Bible, it is recorded in Matthew 28:2 that there was a great earthquake and an angel of the Lord came down from heaven, rolled back the stone, and sat on it. The purpose of removing the stone was to reveal that the tomb was empty and that Jesus had risen from the dead, as prophesied.

It is important to note that the other options provided in the question are not accurate according to the Bible. While Roman soldiers were tasked with guarding the tomb and Mary Magdalene and Peter and John were present at the tomb, none of them are recorded as having removed the stone.

Understanding the details of Jesus' resurrection and the events surrounding it is an important aspect of Christian Religious Knowledge. It serves as a reminder of the power of God and the fulfillment of prophecy in the life and death of Jesus.

Correct Answer: D) Christians should be encouraged to work

Explanation

This Christian Religious Knowledge question is asking about the meaning of the charge that he who does not work should not eat. The options given are A, B, C, D,

Option A suggests that Christians must not give food to people to eat, which is incorrect. As Christians, we are called to love and care for our neighbors, and this includes providing food for those in need.

Option B suggests that Christians must give food to working people only, which is also incorrect. While it is important to encourage and support hard work, Christians should not withhold food from those who are not currently employed.

Option C suggests that Christians should be taught to walk, which is unrelated to the question. This option can be ignored.

Option D is the correct answer. The charge that he who does not work should not eat is a biblical principle that encourages Christians to be productive and contribute to society. It does not mean that Christians should withhold food from those who are currently unable to work, but rather that able-bodied individuals should strive to work and be self-sufficient.

In summary, the correct answer to this question is option D, which suggests that Christians should be encouraged to work and be productive members of society while still caring for those in need.

Correct Answer: B. feared the LORD offered sacrifice and made vows

Correct Answer: D. God's promise to tear away part of the Kingdom

Correct Answer: B. command of let there be

Correct Answer: D) Ephesus

Explanation

The question is asking where Aquila and Priscilla met Apollos. Aquila and Priscilla are two important figures in the New Testament who were close associates of the apostle Paul. Apollos was also an important figure in the early Christian church, known for his eloquent preaching.

The options are Corinth, Lystra, Derbe, and Ephesus. To answer the question, we need to know where Aquila and Priscilla met Apollos. The correct answer is D, Ephesus.

Ephesus was an important city in the Roman Empire and it played a significant role in the spread of Christianity. It was here that Aquila and Priscilla met Apollos, who was preaching in the synagogue. They were impressed with his preaching but noticed that he only knew about the baptism of John the Baptist and didn't know about the baptism of Jesus. They took him aside and explained the gospel to him more thoroughly.

This encounter with Aquila and Priscilla helped Apollos to become an even more effective preacher, and he went on to play an important role in the early church. Overall, this question tests your knowledge of the geography and key figures of the early Christian church.

Correct Answer: A. Jeroboam

Explanation

The first king of the divided kingdom of Israel was Jeroboam. After the death of King Solomon, the kingdom of Israel was divided into two: the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah. Jeroboam became the king of the northern kingdom.

Explanation

(a) In the first year of Cyrus, king of Persia, he issued a decree to the effect that the Lord, the God of heaven, had charged him to build a house for Him in Jerusalem. He, therefore, allowed everybody from among the Jewish exiles, who so wished, to return to Jerusalem in order to rebuild the temple. He authorised that such returnees should be assisted with silver and gold and other essential materials, including freewill offerings to God for His yet-to-be-built house in Jerusalem. In quick response, the heads of families, the priests, the Levites and others who were touched by this gesture rose up. Others who were so minded gave them all assistance in cash and kind, including beasts of burden. Cyrus himself brought out all the vessels which Nebuchadnezzar had looted from the temple, counted them and handed them over to Sheshbazzar, the leader of the returnees. A large company then left Babylon for Judah.

(b) Reasons for positive response on the part of the exiles are:

(i) The people had the feeling that home is home coupled with the spirit of nationalism.

(ii) In a foreign land, they could not freely practice their culture and religion.

(iii) Slavery is a curse to any people.

(iv) It showed the fulfilment of God's promise.

Explanation

(a) Peter exhorts Christians to rejoice in the hope of the glory which awaits them owing to the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Although in this present life, their joy might be limited by the trials and persecutions that would come their way such trials and persecutions are meant to prove the genuineness of their faith and make them to reap the rich reward a salvation when Jesus is revealed. In order to fully realize the hope of salvation, Christians should live holy lives in the full knowledge that God, the impartial judge would take note of their sufferings on the day of judgement. Furthermore, they should not forget that Jesus himself passed through greater suffering. If they were reproached for the name of Christ, they should count themselves blessed. They should, however, not suffer as murderers, thieves, or for any wrong doing but if they suffer for Christ, they should not be ashamed. They should instead, glorify God for on that day, judgement would begin with those who call upon the name of God and the fate of the unbelievers might be terrible.

(b) Some of the virtues for a Christian to manifest inspite of trials are:

(i) They should not conform to the carnal desires of men of the world.

(ii) They should remain sober and hopeful of the glory and salvation that would be theirs when Jesus would be revealed (at his Parousia).

(iii) The fear of God should be their watchword because God is an impartial judge.

(iv) They should remain for ever in their Christian faith, unshaken by any wind of persecution, the affliction of the enemy or Satan, the devil.

(v) They should always praise God both in time of sadness and joy.