St. Paul National Bible Test Practice

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• What is not true of Satan or the devil, according to the Gospels?
• In which Gospel is the genealogy of Jesus traced back to Adam?
• Which option is NOT a paroimia (figure of speech) in John?
• Epaphroditus was sent by which group to Paul to bring him financial help and attend to his needs?
• In which city did Jesus pass by when Zacchaeus climbed a tree to see him?
• In Ephesus, Paul and his followers burned public books dealing with what subject?
• In Acts, Luke distinguishes two groups of disciples: Hebrews and what?
• Name of the demon Jesus exorcised in the territory of the Gerasenes.
• Which town was not located close to the Sea of Galilee?
• Titus was the bishop/overseer of _____.
• Which town hosted the wedding where Jesus performed his first miracle, as described in the Gospel?
• Which event is described by the saying that Jesus was not brought back to Bethlehem due to fear of a ruler?
• Which group is not mentioned in the Letter of Jude as punished by the Lord for their sins?
• Who receives the dedication of Luke's Gospel and Acts?
• What word does the Gospel of John use to describe Jesus' mighty deeds?
• Priscilla is the wife of which occupation?
• Which apostle is identified by the Aramaic name Cephas (Peter)?
• The kenosis hymn is found in which letter?
• Which relative of Jesus issued the instruction 'Do whatever He tells you'?
• Luke traces Jesus' lineage up to which person?
• Which letter is Paul’s shortest epistle?
• Simon of Cyrene helped Jesus carry his cross. Cyrene is best described as what?
• Explained the book of Isaiah to an Ethiopian eunuch.
• What is the title of the risen Jesus in Revelation that means 'the faithful and true witness'?
• In John's Gospel, Jesus wept at which moment?
• In the Johannine letters, what term describes Christians who separated from the group?
• Who said to Jesus: "I need to be baptized by you, and yet you are coming to me?"
• The seer of Revelation draws the image 'one like a son of man' from which Old Testament book?
• Who is the father of Alexander and Rufus?
• Which matriarch is invoked in connection with Bethlehem's massacre of infants?
• Who hosted the house where Jesus was anointed?
• Which Gospel contains the event where the angel Gabriel announces to Mary that she would bear the Son of God?
• Where was Paul imprisoned awaiting his trial before Caesar?
• In Colossae, who is recognized as the church's first evangelist?
• Which Christmas story is told in the Gospel of Matthew?
• The Infancy Narratives are found in which Gospels?
• What title of Jesus is used in the First Letter of Peter?
• Which of the following is not listed as a pillar of the Jerusalem church?
• What term describes stories Jesus told using everyday scenes to illustrate the Kingdom of God?
• NT letter that contains this famous phrase: 'Faith of itself, if it does not have works, is dead.'
• In the Gospel of John, which person is recorded as the first follower of Jesus?
• In which Gospel is the Lord’s Prayer that begins 'Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors' found?
• Number of times the conversion of Paul was described in the Acts.
• How does the author of the Letter of James describe himself?
• Zacchaeus climbed a sycamore tree to see Jesus as he passed through which city?
• The title 'Christ' means _________.
• Who spoke the remark: 'It is better for you that one man should die instead of the people, so that the whole nation may not perish'?
• Saul, who later became Paul, was from which place?
• Which book contains a prophecy about a 'new covenant' fulfilled by Christ?
• The Sea of Galilee is also known by which of the following names?
• The term Decapolis refers to a union of how many cities?
• In what parable do we find this expression: 'Whatever you did for one of these last brothers of mine, you did for me'?
• God-fearing Gentile from Caesarea Maritima who was officially accepted by Peter to the Christian faith along with his household.
• Where did Jesus give the Bread of Life discourse?
• Phoebe's office is best described as which role in the early church?
• Who said: "Lord, it is good that we are here. If you wish, I will make three tents here, one for you, one for Moses, & one for Elijah"?
• From which community did Paul accept financial gifts?
• From which place did Jesus ascend to heaven according to Luke?
• Eloquent speaker from Alexandria whom the Corinthians compared with Paul.
• Candace is the title used for the queen of which people?
• The fifth trumpet plague in Revelation is reminiscent of which Exodus plague?
• Which Gospel contains the Parable of the Good Samaritan?
• Which New Testament book presents Jesus as High Priest?
• Which book contains the warning that the tongue is a fire and can set a forest ablaze?
• Which apostle is named as accompanying Paul to Jerusalem after fourteen years?
• Which New Testament book contains the account of Paul's Areopagus sermon?
• In which Gospel is the story of the Good Thief who asked Jesus to remember him when he entered his kingdom found?
• Who spoke the line about the dogs eating scraps from their masters' table?
• Which New Testament book contains the verse about faith and works?
• How many times does Paul say he was shipwrecked in 2 Corinthians 11:25?
• Where Paul was imprisoned while awaiting trial before he was sent to the court of Caesar in Rome.
• In Matthew 10:16, Jesus commands: 'See, I am sending you out like sheep into the midst of wolves; so be wise as ________.'
• Which Gospel recounts the incident of a naked young man fleeing during Jesus' arrest?
• What village were the two disciples going to after Jesus' death?
• Armageddon is traditionally described as the site of what in apocalyptic thought?
• In which book is Paul's famous hymn to charity found?
• In John's Gospel, who interrogated Jesus after his arrest?
• Greek name for the conglomeration of ten cities in Israel and beyond, established by the Roman general Pompey.
• Who was Timothy's mother according to Paul?
• Which city in Revelation is chided for following the Nicolaitans?
• In the arrest narrative, what unusual detail is noted about the follower who fled?
• Which eloquent Jewish convert from Alexandria is described as a rival by some Corinthians?
• The expression 'thorn in the flesh' appears in which of Paul's letters?
• Which Jewish magician who posed as a prophet in Paphos was blinded when Paul denounced him?
• Which statement about the ancestresses listed in Matthew's genealogy is true?
• In 1 John, the Antichrist is described as which of the following?
• Name the man who fell from a window and was cured by Paul?
• Which apostle confessed to Jesus, 'You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God'?
• Valley crossed by Jesus and his disciples in going to the garden of Gethsemane.
• Where did Jesus perform his first miracle, turning water into wine?
• Chapter in the Gospel of John containing Jesus' teaching on the Bread of Life.
• The city where Paul and Barnabas were mistaken for gods is which?
• Who was responsible for the enlargement and beautification of the temple?
• Deacon that converted the Samaritans in the Acts.
• Which New Testament letter contains the image of a race and finishing the course toward life with Christ?
• The letter in which Paul promised a visit and asked that a room be prepared for him is ______.
• Who ordered the execution of James, the brother of John?
• Which Christian is identified as the first evangelizer of Colossae by Paul?
• In Revelation, which figure lights the heavenly city known as the New Jerusalem?
• According to Hebrews, Jesus' priesthood is in the order of ______.
• Which letter includes a request to prepare a room for Paul upon his release?
• Which town was located in Samaria?
• Where did Paul come into conflict with the worshippers of goddess Artemis?
• In the Third Letter to John, which title is used for the author who is addressing the letter?
• What age was Jesus when he began his ministry?
• Who asked, 'Can anything good come from Nazareth?' when told Jesus is the Messiah?
• Who was the speaker who proposed building three tents for Jesus, Moses, and Elijah?
• Which book contains the scribe Tertius as the writer for Paul?
• Where did Paul deliver a speech in front of the Areopagus?
• Jesus' cry on the cross first appears in which book of the Bible?
• In the First Letter of Peter, to whom is the instruction to shepherd the flock primarily addressed?
• Which city is the Revelation church that followed Nicolaitans?
• What is the meaning of the Hebrew word 'Hosanna'?
• Which New Testament letter describes the law as a disciplinarian whose role ends with Christ?
• Levi's occupation before following Jesus was what?
• Who was Paul's first convert in Europe?
• Jesus addressed this to whom? 'No one can see the kingdom of God without being born from above.'
• The title Chief Shepherd is used for Jesus in reference to which book where the author addresses Christian elders?
• Which Herod ruled in Galilee during Jesus' public ministry?
• Which phrase is said to Mary, the mother of Jesus?
• In which Gospel does Jesus cry 'Father, into your hands I commend my spirit' on the cross?
• To whom did Jesus say 'Do not touch me' after the Resurrection?
• Which term refers to the final battle between God and the forces of evil?
• Joseph married the Virgin Mary in accordance to which of the following?
• Who recalled Jesus' saying, 'It is more blessed to give than to receive'?
• The tax collector Levi who followed Jesus is referenced in which two Gospels?
• Who ruled Judea after the death of Herod the Great?
• Which figure spoke about unworthiness to host Jesus under his roof and asked that healing be done by Jesus' word?
• Which ancient ancestor of Jesus is commonly named in genealogies?
• Who did the Philippians send to assist Paul while he was imprisoned?
• John 12:9-11 records that because many people were deserting them and were believing in Jesus, the Jewish authorities also wanted to kill _______.
• Partner of Joseph of Arimathea in preparing the body of Jesus for burial.
• In Romans 16:1, Paul commends to the Romans a woman named Phoebe who held which church office?
• Final battle in which the forces of evil will be routed, according to Revelation?
• Paul's hymn to charity is found in which New Testament epistle?
• Which letter contains the claim that All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching?
• In which Gospel is the genealogy of Jesus traced up to Adam?
• Who said 'Do whatever He tells you'?
• Mountain in Jerusalem where Gethsemane is located.
• Which is not true of Simon Peter's call in the Gospels?
• Which coworker accompanied Paul to Jerusalem after fourteen years?
• The 'firstfruits of Achaia' refers to the household of which man?
• Which Gospel tells us that the one who helped Jesus carry his cross was Simon of Cyrene, the father of Alexander and Rufus?
• Which group accused Jesus' disciples of violating the Sabbath?
• Which ruler Archelaus is associated with the Holy Family's move from Egypt to Nazareth?
• Who assisted Joseph of Arimathea in preparing Jesus' body for burial?
• What Gospel contains three parables of the Lost in the same chapter?
• Which Roman emperor when John the Baptist and Jesus started their public ministry?
• Which of the following names corresponds to the person who fell from a window and was revived?
• City compared to the great harlot or prostitute who is seated on a red beast, according to the book of Revelation.
• Which Gospel contains the account of the miraculous catch of fish that led the disciples to follow Jesus?
• Where did Paul make his farewell speech to the Christian leaders of Ephesus?
• Which biblical figure cried for the children of Bethlehem?
• Philemon is a ____ written by Paul.
• Which epistle mentions the Transfiguration witnessed by the chosen apostles?
• Titus served as bishop/overseer in which place?
• Who anointed Jesus' feet with oil and dried them with her hair in the Gospel of John?
• Luke's dedication of the Gospel and Acts is to which individual?
• Which letter contains the statement, I know him in whom I have believed and am convinced he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him until that day?
• In the second letter to the Corinthians, Paul mentions a 'thorn in the flesh' granted to him. What is it?
• Who is not said to be one of the pillars of the Church in Jerusalem?
• James 2:17 states that faith by itself, if it has no _____, is dead.
• In which city did Jesus meet Zacchaeus?
• During Jesus' birth, which Roman emperor was ruling?
• Which New Testament book speaks at length about the New Covenant?
• Which man, described as from Alexandria, was likened to Paul by the Corinthians?
• To whom did Paul send Onesimus back after his conversion?
• Who heads the angels who battled the Dragon in Revelation?
• During Paul's conversion, what did Jesus say to him?
• Which prophet foretold Paul's fate in Jerusalem?
• Simon of Cyrene hailed from which region?
• What is Satan's name in Hebrew?
• Which Gospel contains the story of the great catch of fish that inspired Simon and his companions to follow Jesus?
• Who sang the hymn in Luke that includes 'peace in heaven and glory in the highest'?
• In the fasting exchange, which group asked why Jesus' followers did not fast?
• What name did Saul adopt after his conversion?
• In which city is Stephanas's household identified as the firstfruits of Achaia?
• In Revelation, which event is described as the ultimate confrontation between good and evil?
• How Stephen and the other deacons are referred to in the Acts.
• Which of the following statements is true about Cornelius?
• Which letter includes the line All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for refutation, for correction, and for training in righteousness?
• Which Moabite ancestress is mentioned in Matthew's genealogy of Jesus?
• Jesus met Zacchaeus in which town?
• According to Hebrews, what was kept in the Ark of the Covenant besides the tablets?
• Which Gospel mentions the crowd welcoming Jesus in Jerusalem with palm branches?
• During Jesus' birth, which emperor reigned?
• The kenosis hymn is found in a letter addressed to believers in which city?
• Under what tree did Jesus see Nathanael?
• Which New Testament letter uses the title Chief Shepherd for Jesus?
• Which Gospel records that Jesus began his ministry around the age of 30?
• Which Moabite ancestress is named in Matthew's genealogy of Jesus?
• Which name is a traditional answer for Timothy's mother in the New Testament?
• What term describes stories told by Jesus taken from everyday scenes to illustrate the Kingdom of God in people's lives?
• Which letter is not attributed to Paul and is mentioned among the Pauline-letter options?
• Which apostle is associated with a famous mistake and the remark about doubt while in a boat?
• What Gospel tells of Pilate washing his hands during the Passion?
• In which Gospel does Jesus cry out 'My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?' on the cross?
• After the exile in Egypt, Joseph did not bring Mary and Jesus back to Bethlehem because he was afraid of ______________________.
• Which disciple famously doubted Jesus after stepping onto the water?
• Who made the famous mistake and warned, 'Next time, I won't get carried away by my niece's dancing'?
• In Paul's letter to the Galatians, he rebuked Peter for conduct at table fellowship in which city?
• Who was the centurion in charge of Paul when he was transported by ship to Rome as a prisoner?
• The Letter to the Romans is for all God's beloved in Rome who are called to be ______.
• Who is the blind man healed by Jesus as he was leaving Jericho?
• Number of churches in Asia the author of the book of Revelation wrote and sent letters.
• How did Jesus pay the temple tax?
• To whom did Luke dedicate both the Gospel and the Acts?
• Which epistle discusses Onesimus and Philemon?
• In which Gospel does a centurion confess Jesus as the Son of God at the crucifixion?
• Which disciple stated the line about building three tents for Jesus, Moses, and Elijah?
• The Bread of Life discourse was delivered in which town?
• Gospel where Jesus cried out on the cross, 'I thirst'.
• Prophet in Caesarea who foretold what would happen to Paul in Jerusalem.
• Which epistle is associated with Epaphras' evangelization of Colossae?
• What Jewish group says that there is no resurrection, nor angels, nor spirits?
• Peter referred to Rome by the code name ______ in Jewish and Christian apocalypses.
• Which author identifies himself as the brother of Jesus?
• Which New Testament letter contains an account of the Transfiguration aside from the Synoptic Gospels?
• Which letter contains the first narrative of the Last Supper in the New Testament?
• Paul called him the 'beloved physician'.
• Who was the first person to follow Jesus according to the Gospel of John?
• Who wrote the letter to the Romans on Paul's behalf?
• Who made the acclamation: 'Peace in heaven and glory in the highest'?
• In Hebrews, besides the tablets, what was kept in the Ark of the Covenant?
• Who is not listed by Matthew among the ancestresses of Jesus?
• What was Lydia's trade?
• Which Christian community among the following was not founded by Paul?
• Who said: "Please, Lord, for even the dogs eat the scraps that fall from the table of their masters"?
• Which statement describes Eunice in relation to Timothy?
• What was Jesus's first miracle according to the Gospel of John?
• How did Paul escape those who wanted to kill him in Damascus?
• In which city did Paul deliver his Areopagus sermon?
• Which statement is not true about Melchizedek, as presented in Hebrews?
• Cornelius is described as a God-fearing Gentile from which city?
• Who spoke the line, 'I need to be baptized by you'?
• Pagan centurion in Caesarea welcomed by Peter in faith after a vision of a tent full of unclean animals.
• Who wrote the 2nd Letter of John?
• The firstfruits of Achaia are associated with Stephanas; in which region is this located?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the Matthean Beatitudes as listed?
• Which Gospel does not have Jesus' agony in the garden?
• In John's Gospel, who interrogated Jesus after his arrest about his disciples and his teachings?
• Who was the wife of a tentmaker expelled from Rome by Emperor Claudius?
• In Galatians 6:14, Paul says he will boast only in the _____.
• In which Gospel is the demon Legion exorcised from the Gerasene territory?
• In which Gospel is the healing of the severed ear of the high priest's servant described?
• Which New Testament book presents Jesus as our High Priest?
• Who is identified as the mother of John the Baptist?
• What chapter in John's Gospel contains Jesus' Bread of Life teaching?
• In the account of Jesus' arrest in Gethsemane, which person fled naked?
• Who was healed by Jesus and was cast out of the synagogue for insisting that Jesus was not a sinner even if he healed on a Sabbath?
• Where did Jesus have a conversation with the Samaritan woman?
• Who was the ruler of Galilee during Jesus' public ministry?
• In Acts, which role did Philip hold when he converted the Samaritans?
• Which Gospel uses the term Hour to denote Jesus' forthcoming suffering and glorification?
• Onesimus was the household slave of whom?
• Who accompanied Paul on his second missionary journey, replacing Barnabas?
• Where did Jesus perform his first miracle according to the Gospel that records it?
• What is not said about Paul's conversion in the Acts of the Apostles?
• Chloe was a Christian woman from which city?
• Which city is depicted as the great harlot seated on a red beast in Revelation?
• Which name is given to the one who confessed Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of the living God?
• The order of Melchizedek's priesthood is described with Melchizedek as king of which city?
• Chloe is described as coming from which city?
• Which Gospel states that Jesus began his ministry at about 30 years of age?
• Who was cured by Jesus of seven demons?
• Who mixed the Galileans' blood with their sacrifice in Jerusalem?
• In which city were Paul and Barnabas hailed as gods after a miracle?
• Which married couple were Paul's coworkers in Corinth?
• Name of the prince of demons Jesus was accused of being in league with.
• The account of Malchus being named appears in which Gospel?
• Who was sent by God to gather human beings for judgment?
• Beelzebul is best described as the prince of what?
• In Hebrews, Christ's priesthood is described according to the order of Melchizedek. Melchizedek is described as king of which city?
• Which figure said 'Now, Master, you may let your servant go in peace, for my eyes have seen your salvation'?
• Who said to Jesus: "Lord, I am not worthy to have you enter under my roof; only say the word and my servant will be healed"?
• What is the title of Pope Benedict XVI's first encyclical letter that includes the phrase 'God is love'?
• Who is not an ancient ancestor of Jesus, the Messiah?
• In what Gospel does Jesus declare: 'Blessed are you who are poor'?
• Luke traces Jesus' genealogy to which earliest ancestor?
• What number is associated with the Antichrist in Revelation?
• According to Philippians, on which day was Paul circumcised?
• What word does the Gospel of John use to refer to Jesus' impending passion, death, and glorification?
• Which spiritual gift does Paul say to desire above all others in 1 Corinthians 14:1?
• Which city was evangelized first by Paul according to Acts?
• In 2 Corinthians 12:2, Paul says he was caught up to the ______.
• Who was the Roman proconsul of Achaia before whom Paul was denounced?
• Nathanael was seen by Jesus beneath which tree?
• Which of the following is not a title of Jesus in Revelation?
• In 1 John, the Antichrist is defined as one who denies what?
• The Hebrew word 'Hosanna' expresses which sentiment?
• The Parable of the Ten Virgins appears in which Gospel?
• Who was the king of Arabia that Paul evaded by being lowered in a basket?
• Which revelation of Jesus is from the Gospel of John?
• Which group are Stephen and the other deacons referred to as in Acts?
• What tree did Zacchaeus climb to see Jesus?
• In Galatians 1:18, Paul recounts that he went up to Jerusalem to meet Cephas and stayed with him for ______.
• To whom did Jesus say that their father is the devil?
• In Athens, the altar Paul found was dedicated to which designation?
• According to the angel's message in Matthew 1:21, why is the child named Jesus?
• Which Gospel mentions the event of people waving palm branches as Jesus entered Jerusalem?
• In which Pauline letter is Onesimus returned to his master?
• The Areopagus sermon cites an altar inscription dedicated to which deity?
• Who wrote the Letter to the Romans at Paul's dictation?
• Which New Testament writer offers the advice about saying If the Lord wills it, we shall live to do this or that?
• One of the two disciples walking with the risen Jesus on the road to Emmaus carried which name?
• In 3 John, which church leader would not accept the delegation of the Presbyter?
• Which letter features the athletic metaphor of pursuing the prize in Christ?
• In which Gospel does the account of Jesus weeping at Lazarus' tomb appear?
• After visiting Rome, Paul planned to travel to which place?
• In Galatians 2:11, Paul recounts that he confronted Peter in this city over table fellowship.
• The author who calls himself 'a slave of God and of Jesus Christ' wrote which letter?
• What phrase did Jesus utter from the Cross?
• Which Gospel does not include Jesus instituting the Eucharist at the Last Supper?
• How many Great Discourses of Jesus does the Gospel of Matthew contain?
• Who sang the hymn in Luke that mentions 'Peace in heaven and glory in the highest'?
• Mt 25:40 refers to which parable where the line about 'whatever you did for one of these' is found?
• Which creatures come out of the earth to torment humanity when the fifth trumpet sounds?
• In the Corinthian church, Paul worked with a married couple named what?
• Who said: "Why do we and the Pharisees fast, but your disciples do not fast?"
• In the Third Letter of John, the author thanks the person who received the missionaries; who is this individual?
• The devil is described as a ______ by St. Peter.
• The road to Emmaus event leads to which town?
• Among the listed Christian communities, which one was not located in the Roman province of Asia?
• Mary of Magdala is not known in the Gospels as
• What is the topic of the collection of Jesus' discourses in Matthew chapter 13?
• Which statement did Simon Peter make to Jesus?
• Which person served as the scribe for Paul’s letter to the Romans?
• Who is described as the mother of Timothy, the faithful collaborator of Paul?
• On what Jewish festival was Jesus lost and found in the Temple?
• Who evangelized the Colossians?
• In which letter does Paul emphasize the pursuit of spiritual gifts, especially prophecy?
• Which title of Jesus represents both the beginning and the end?
• What is the town where Jesus was anointed in the house of Simon the leper?
• Which city hosted Paul's farewell to the Ephesian church leaders?
• Pool in Jerusalem where Jesus sent the blind man to wash and regain sight?
• The high priest entered which place once a year to offer blood for himself and for the sins of the people?
• Before his conversion, Paul belonged to which group?
• Which of the following was NOT listed by Paul as a rival party within Corinth?
• Who delivered aid from the Philippians to Paul while he was imprisoned?
• Chapter in Luke that contains three parables of the lost: lost sheep, lost coin, and the prodigal son?
• In which New Testament book is the famous phrase 'God is love' found?
• Which is not said to Mary, the mother of Jesus?
• The reference to Melchizedek as the order of Jesus' priesthood appears in which book?
• The high priest's slave whose ear was cut off is named Malchus. In which Gospel is this name given?
• The phrase 'God is love' appears in which New Testament letter?
• Who said: "See, your disciples are doing what is unlawful to do on the Sabbath"?
• What are the alternative names for the Sea of Galilee?
• The Bride of the Lamb in Revelation is described as which of the following?
• Melchizedek is king of which city?
• Who accused Jesus' disciples of Sabbath-breaking?
• Which church is not one of the seven churches of Asia addressed by Christ in Revelation?
• The Letter to the Hebrews presents Jesus as which role?
• Where was the seer John exiled for proclaiming God's words and bearing testimony to Jesus in the book of Revelation?
• Husband and wife who sold a piece of property but retained some of the purchase price, then both died suddenly for lying to the Holy Spirit, according to the Acts.
• Epaphroditus was sent by which Christian community to Paul?
• Which method did Jesus use to pay the temple tax?
• Which statement correctly describes the New Jerusalem in Revelation?
• Where did the third/last temptation of Jesus happen in the Gospel of Matthew?