Reliability of the New Testament

We use the acronym S.W.O.R.D. because:

• Jesus was prophesied to be a great warrior

• God's word is described as our only weapon in the Bible

• Because unkind words can cut like a sword

• Because we are called to go to war for our faith

Which Biblical author described the "Armor of God" in one of his letters?

• Peter

• Luke

• Paul

• Timothy

The "S" in S.W.O.R.D. stands for:

• Shield of Faith

• Survival of the Fittest

• Shows Reliability

• Survived Persecution

What word applies to this definition: consistently good in quality or performance; able to be trusted.

• Understandable

• Unchanging

• Reliable

• Relatable

The "Armor of God" passage is found in which of Paul's epistles?

• Ephesians

• Galatians

• 1 Corinthians

• Colossians

Answer explanation

Ephesians 6:10-20

While countries, dictators, empires and armies have tried to destroy the Bible:

• it faded away in some parts of the world.

• it survives and continues to change lives.

• it could only be passed along orally.

• it changed the message of the gospel.

Which verse says, "Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away"?

• Ephesians 6:10

• Genesis 1:1

• John 3:16

• Matthew 24:35

The "W" in our SWORD acronym stands for"

• Word of God

• What is important in life

• Where was it written

• When Jesus returns

The Bible answers tough questions that we describe using the term:

• Existential

• Essential

• Equipped

• Elemental

The "O" in SWORD stands for:

• Only way to salvation

• Omnipotent God

• Our opportunity for faith

• Our Story; Changed Lives