Correct Answer: C. Jericho

Explanation

(a) 2 Corinthians 9:1-15:

(i) Paul was grateful to the Philippian Christians for their gift and their continued concern for his welfare.

(ii) Even in Thessalonica, they sent him gifts once and again.

(iii) He was particularly happy that their support was to be renewed through Epaphroditus who volunteered to visit Paul and take gifts to him.

(iv) The gifts were fragrant offering, a sacrifice pleasing and acceptable to God.

(v) He was also happy that of all the Macedonian churches, none, except the Phillippian church, was prepared to enter into partnership with him in giving and receiving.

(vi) He therefore prayed that God would provide their needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.

(vii) Paul was not ready to repeat his appeal to the Corinthians to contribute to the saints for he knew their readiness to do so.

(viii) So he was proud of this and boasted of it to the people of Macedonia.

(ix) He therefore sent Titus and other brethren as forerunners to arrange the collections in advance to avoid disappointment.

(x) Paul said: He who sows sparingly will reap sparingly and vice versa.

(xi) Each one must make up his mind not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.

(xii) He prayed God to give them in abundance so that they might have enough to provide for every good work.

(xiii) He believed that the Corinthian Christians "would be enriched by God in every way for the great generosity which will produce thanksgiving to God.

(xiv) He said that their offering would serve the needs of the saints who, in turn, would thank God on their behalf.

(xv) He observed that by their generous donations, they had acknowledged the gospel of Christ.

(xvi) And that the recipients would, in turn, desire to meet them while praying for them as God's grace had manifested in them.

(b) Ways people can benefit from giving:

(i) Joy of sharing with others — What God gives us freely, He expects us to share it with others.

(ii) Christian should realize, like Paul, that it is more blessed to give than to receive.

(iii) We should always give in appreciation that it was God who gave us all we have. When we give, it will be in appreciation of God's gift which is Jesus Christ.

(iv) We are rewarded when we give.

(v) God is never a debtor to anyone who gives.

(vi) Our special talents/gift can be used in serving others to improve their situation in life.

Correct Answer: A. live to witness the second coming of Christ

Correct Answer: D. committed sins of adultery and murder

Correct Answer: D. Absolute commitment

Explanation

The statement No one who puts his hand on the plough and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God emphasizes the need for absolute commitment from a true disciple. It conveys the idea that once a person decides to follow Jesus, they should remain focused and committed to the path of discipleship without turning back or being distracted.

Correct Answer: C. God was supreme to another gods

Correct Answer: C) were naked

Explanation

The question is asking what happened to Adam and Eve after they ate the forbidden fruit. The options are: A) had sinned against God, B) had disobeyed God, C) were naked (which is the correct answer), and D) had been deceived by the serpent. According to the Bible, Adam and Eve were in the Garden of Eden and were told not to eat from the tree of knowledge of good and evil. However, they were tempted by the serpent and ate the fruit. As a result, their eyes were opened, and they realized that they were naked. This caused them to feel ashamed and they tried to cover themselves with leaves. This event is considered the original sin in Christianity, and it is believed to have brought sin and death into the world. To learn more about this, please read the relevant sections of the recommended textbooks.

Correct Answer: D. Not seeking their own interest but that of others

Correct Answer: D. faith is pre-requisite for healing

Correct Answer: A. Zachariah's fervent prayers