Quiz on Jacob and the Abrahamic Covenant

What does the story of the sheep and goats demonstrate about Jacob?

• Jacob was wise and careful.

• Jacob was strong and brave.

• Jacob "won" despite being a bit foolish.

• Jacob was always honest and truthful.

What did God do regarding the Abrahamic Covenant with Jacob?

• God ignored the covenant.

• God repeated the promises to Jacob.

• God changed the covenant completely.

• God canceled the covenant.

Did Jacob's foolish actions prevent God from making promises to him?

• Yes, they did.

• No, they did not.

• Only some actions did.

• It is unclear.

Who were the three individuals mentioned as being blessed and a blessing?

• Moses, Aaron, and Joshua

• David, Solomon, and Saul

• Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob

• Peter, Paul, and John

Who did God choose over Ishmael?

• Esau

• Isaac

• Jacob

• Judah

Who was chosen by God over Esau?

• Ishmael

• Isaac

• Jacob

• Judah

Which tribe was chosen by God over the others?

• Levi

• Benjamin

• Judah

• Reuben

What does the term "election" mean in the context of God's choice of Jacob?

• Voting process

• Choosing

• Rejecting

• Celebrating

According to Romans 9:11, what was God's choice of Jacob not based on?

• His wealth

• His appearance

• How good he was

• His intelligence

What does Paul refer to when he talks about "the purpose of God according to election"?

• God's plan for wealth

• God's plan for power

• God's plan for the family tree of the patriarchs

• God's plan for destruction