RNV EXAM REVISION

_________ is an act of opposition or an uprising against those in authority

• Conspiracy    

• allegiance

• rebellion     

•  sin

_______ consists of facts or ideas acquired by study, observation or experience

• wisdom
• ignorance
• belief
• knowledge

What was King David's first sin in the story involving Bathsheba?

• Murdering Uriah the Hittite.
• Lust and adultery with Bathsheba.
• Ignoring God's commandments.
• Stealing from the temple.

Why did Elijah challenge the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel?

• To demonstrate the power of the true God and turn the people back to Him.
• To settle a personal feud with the prophets.
• To gain fame and recognition for himself.
• To prove the superiority of Baal worship.

2nd Timothy 3:16. All scripture is given by ______________________ of God, and is profitable for _________________, for reproof, for _____________________, for instruction in ____________________________.

• revelation; belief; guidance; faith.
• inspiration; doctrine; correction; righteousness.
• interpretation; wisdom; advice; morality.
• tradition; teaching; discipline; knowledge.

What is Sacrifice?

• Sacrifice is the act of giving up something for the sake of others or a greater purpose.
• Sacrifice is the act of hoarding resources for personal benefit.
• Sacrifice means to gain something for oneself.
• Sacrifice is a form of celebration and joy.

In three sentences what led to Absalom rebelling against David.

• Absalom was motivated by a desire to build a new city away from Jerusalem.
• David's refusal to support Absalom's military campaign led to the rebellion.
• Absalom sought to become a priest and gain religious authority.
• Absalom rebelled against David due to feelings of alienation, a desire for revenge for Tamar's rape, and ambitions for power.

State two benefits of forgiveness for our own mental and emotional health.

• Increases feelings of resentment.
• Leads to emotional numbness.
• Enhances physical health.
• 1. Reduces stress and anxiety. 2. Promotes emotional healing.

State two things you think David should have done differently after seeing Bathsheba.

• David should have celebrated his attraction to Bathsheba without any concern.
• David should have turned away from Bathsheba and sought accountability from trusted advisors.
• David should have confronted Bathsheba immediately and demanded an explanation.
• David should have ignored Bathsheba and continued with his day.

List two differences in Samuel and Samson's relationships with God. The way they   communicate with God, and what was the nature of their relationships God.

• 1. Samuel had a direct and consistent communication with God as a prophet, while Samson's communication was sporadic and often tied to his personal desires. 2. Samuel's relationship was one of obedience and service, whereas Samson's relationship was characterized by disobedience and reliance on his physical strength.
• Samuel often ignored God's commands, whereas Samson was always obedient and faithful.
• Samuel's relationship was based on personal ambition, while Samson's was rooted in humility and prayer.
• Samuel communicated with God only through dreams, while Samson spoke to God through rituals.