Biblical Joy Quiz

What are some words used in ancient biblical Hebrew to describe joy and happiness?

• Peace, Love, Hope

• Simcha, Sason, Geel

• Faith, Grace, Mercy

• Praise, Worship, Prayer

According to the text, what is a source of joy for people in the Bible?

• Suffering and pain

• Loneliness and isolation

• Beautiful and good things of life

• Failure and disappointment

What unique perspective on joy does biblical faith offer?

• Joy is a result of material wealth

• Joy is an attitude based on hope in God's love and promise

• Joy is determined by happy circumstances

• Joy is only for a select few chosen by God

When the Israelites were suffering from slavery in Egypt, what did they do when God led them into freedom?

• They complained and grumbled

• They remained silent and fearful

• They refused to acknowledge their freedom

• They sang for joy even in the middle of the desert

What was announced as good news that brings great joy?

What were the early Christian communities known for, even when they were persecuted?

• Being full of fear and anxiety

• Being full of joy and happiness

• Being full of anger and resentment

• Being full of sorrow and despair

What did the Apostle Paul choose even when he was sitting in a dirty Roman prison?

• Sorrow and despair

• Anger and resentment

• Fear and anxiety

• Joy and happiness

What is the biblical joy a profound decision of?

• Material wealth and success

• Happiness and comfort

• Faith and hope in the power of Jesus' own life and love

• Pleasure and enjoyment

According to the text, what is biblical joy a sign of?

• Sorrow and despair

• Jesus' absence and indifference

• Jesus' presence and inspiration of hope in the midst of hardship

• Failure and disappointment