WorksheetsBiblical Knowledge Worksheet unit 2
Total questions: 77
Worksheet time: 46mins
How do these five titles—Immanuel, Son of the Most High, Lamb of God, Lord of lords, Faithful and True—collectively describe Jesus Christ?
They highlight His earthly wisdom and moral teachings
They show a progression from weakness to power
They portray Jesus as God, Savior, King, and Judge
They emphasize His similarity to other religious leaders
In Genesis 17:1, why is the name El Shaddai significant in God’s covenant with Abram?
It reveals God as a friend who shares decisions with man
It emphasizes that God is all-powerful and can fulfill seemingly impossible promises
It replaces older names for God to start a new religion
It signals the end of God's relationship with Abram
According to 1 John 4:19, what is the foundation for love?
The commandment to love others in the Law of Moses
The natural human desire to be kind
God’s love for us demonstrated first
The emotional strength we gain from church community
How do Matthew 25:14-30 and 1 Peter 4:10 together define biblical fruitfulness?
Achieving measurable success to prove personal faith
Using what God has given to serve and multiply for His kingdom
Displaying visible outcomes that guarantee salvation
Hiding spiritual gifts until a more appropriate time
What does the use of ṣelem in Genesis 1:26 teach about the nature of human identity?
Humans were created as mini-gods with divine power
Humans are designed to reflect and represent God's character and rule
Humans are biologically advanced animals with no spiritual distinction
Humans are shaped from the earth and return to it with no eternal purpose
What theological truth is supported by Paul’s observation that “not all flesh is the same” (1 Cor. 15:39)?
That all creatures are spiritual equals in God's plan
That each living being was uniquely designed by God
That people and animals are different due to culture
That human superiority is based on intelligence alone
How does Genesis 17:1-2 connect back to the creation themes in Genesis 1?
Both passages emphasize human independence from God
Both include commands to "be fruitful and multiply" as part of divine blessing
Both stress survival of the fittest as the highest goal
Both describe God as unknowable and distant
How does John 1:14 relate to the events described in Genesis 1?
According to Colossians 1:17, what ongoing role does Christ play in the universe?
He watches over creation without interacting with it
He holds all things together as the sustainer of creation
He sends angels to govern the laws of nature
He remains separate from creation due to His holiness
Which of the following best explains the theological progression from Genesis 1:26–27 to Romans 8:29?
God created humanity with dignity, and Christ redeems that dignity for eternal conformity to His likeness
Humans lost the image of God, so Christ came to replace it with a new one
The Old Testament image of God is symbolic; the New Testament one is literal
Two passages describe unrelated ideas about human identity
What is the most accurate meaning of the Hebrew word ṣelem (image) in Genesis 1:26?
A physical statue used in idol worship
A shadow without substance or function
A visible representation of something invisible
A random copy with no clear purpose
What does the phrase “according to their kinds” repeated throughout Genesis 1:14-31 indicate about God’s creative intent?
A biological restriction on evolution
Random classification of organisms
A design for orderly reproduction and boundaries in creation
A metaphor for spiritual gifts among animals
What does the phrase “in our image, after our likeness” most accurately imply about humans in biblical theology?
Humans are physically identical to God
Humans possess divine nature and must be worshipped
Humans reflect God's relational capacity
Humans are mythological beings like demigods
How does 1 Corinthians 15:39 affirm the creation distinctions described in Genesis 1:20-27?
By teaching that God made all creatures equal in nature
By showing that life on earth comes from random processes
By confirming that God created distinct forms of life with purpose
By explaining how all species share the same physical design
In light of the Hebrew word ṣelem, which of the following best summarizes the biblical view of the human role in creation?
In Genesis 1:26, what is the significance of God saying, “Let us make man in our image”?
It refers to angels assisting in creation
It reveals the plurality of God, a hint toward the Trinity
It is a poetic phrase with no theological weight
It shows God’s uncertainty about creating humanity
How does Colossians 2:9 expand on the truth found in John 1:18?
It shows that Jesus contains a partial reflection of divine traits
It affirms that the divine nature lives in Jesus fully and physically
It implies that Jesus’ divinity is spiritual, not physical
It argues that Christ only temporarily contained God’s presence
Why does God reveal the name El Shaddai specifically at this moment in Genesis 17?
To introduce a new ritual law
To explain a change in covenant terms
To prepare Abram to trust in God’s miraculous power
To warn Abram of disobedience in the future
In Genesis 35:11-12, God again reveals Himself as El Shaddai to Jacob. What follows this declaration?
God promises Jacob that a nation and a community of nations will come from him, and gives him the land promised to Abraham and Isaac.
God commands Jacob to build an altar at Bethel.
God tells Jacob to return to his brother Esau.
God changes Jacob's name to Israel.
What is the common thread among all four verses (1 John 4:19, 1 Peter 3:9, Ephesians 4:32, 1 Peter 1:15–16)?
God calls us to imitate Him by acting out of His character
Love and forgiveness are optional virtues for maturity
Christian ethics are based on personal experiences
Holiness is mainly an internal attitude, not outward action
How does Hebrews 1:3 deepen our understanding of what it means for humans to be made in God’s image (Genesis 1:26–27)?
It shows that only angels fully reflect God’s image
It clarifies that humans are partial image-bearers, but Christ is the perfect image
It teaches that being in God’s image refers only to physical resemblance
It proves that the image of God is a temporary condition
In Revelation 17:14b, what dual title is given to Jesus that describes His absolute authority?
Lord of lords and King of kings
Chief Judge and Mighty Warrior
High Priest and Mediator of grace
Lion of Judah and Root of Jesse
Why is it important that the Hebrew word selem is used instead of a more abstract or purely spiritual term in Genesis 1:26?
It emphasizes that humans are divine beings in disguise
It clarifies that humans are meant to physically resemble God
It grounds human identity in visible, functional representation, not mystical essence
It implies that God's image is shared with all creatures equally
What title is given to Jesus in Revelation 19:11 that emphasizes His character and His role as judge and warrior?
Faithful and True, riding a white horse
Prince of Heaven, crowned in glory
Righteous King, clothed in splendor
Everlasting Light, holding the scroll
How is the use of El Shaddai in Genesis 28:3 significant in the context of Isaac's blessing to Jacob?
It marks a farewell and ends Jacob’s journey
It reveals that Jacob will be disinherited in the near future
It links Jacob’s future to the same divine power that upheld the covenant with Abraham
It is used poetically and politically but has no theological weight
How does the order and structure of Genesis 1 inform Paul’s teaching on physical bodies in 1 Corinthians 15?
It shows God’s pattern of creating natural forms
It supports the idea that bodies are interchangeable
It presents physical creation as ordered and intentional
It teaches that all living things share the same purpose
How does the name El Shaddai shape the meaning of God's promises in Genesis 17:2-8?
It limits the covenant to spiritual blessings only
It highlights God’s willingness to act through angels
It confirms that the promises are grounded in God's power, not Abram’s ability
It shifts the covenant toward legal performance and purity laws
What theological truth does John 1:18 teach about Jesus’ role in relation to God the Father?
Jesus replaces the Father as the new God for mankind
Jesus is the one who reveals the unseen God to humanity
Jesus became divine after His resurrection
Jesus acts as a distant reflection of God’s glory
According to Genesis 17:1, what does God’s decision to confirm His covenant with Abram at 99 years old reveal about the nature of His promise?
It demonstrates that Abram had matured enough to earn the covenant through obedience
It suggests that human strength and legacy were central to fulfilling God’s plans
It affirms that God rewards those who wait long enough with visible outcomes
It emphasizes that God's promises depend on His grace, not human ability or timing
Which of the following statements best captures the role assigned to humans in Genesis 1:26?
Which of the following best describes the biblical teaching that humans were made to have dominion over the earth as God's representatives?
Humans were created to serve animals and obey nature
Humans were designed to be detached from creation
Humans were made to have dominion over the earth as God's representatives
Humans were created with no defined purpose or responsibility
Which of the following best captures how Genesis 1:27 connects to biblical teachings on human relationships and sexuality?
It permits any kind of human relationship as long as it's consensual.
It suggests that gender is irrelevant to human flourishing.
It lays a foundation for relational equality and design between male and female.
It implies that marriage is only for procreation purposes.
What does God's command “walk before me and be blameless” require of Abram?
Moral perfection and ritual cleanliness
Legal obedience to the Mosaic Law
A lifestyle of faithful, wholehearted devotion to God
Isolation from all other nations and people groups
What does 1 Peter 1:15-16 teach about the standard for Christian conduct?
It should match the surrounding culture
It should aim for self-improvement and moral progress
It should reflect the holiness of God Himself
It should be shaped by family traditions
What does Colossians 1:16 teach about the extent of Christ’s role in creation?
He created only the physical parts of the world
He rules over creation but did not participate in making it
All things in heaven and on earth were created through Him and for Him
Creation was a team effort between angels and the Father alone
How does Romans 8:29 connect to the concept of being made in the image of God in Genesis 1:26–27?
It shows that the image of God is a future reward, not a present identity
It reveals that Christ is the perfect image and that believers are being restored to that image
It teaches that the image of God only applies to people who believe in Jesus
It replaces the Old Testament image of God with a New Testament definition
What core theological truth is affirmed by the phrase “In the image of God He created him”?
Humans are divine in nature
Humans have a soul, but animals do not
Every human being has inherent value, dignity, and moral responsibility
Only males were created in God’s image, not females
In John 1:29, what title does John the Baptist use for Jesus, and what does it imply?
The Good Shepherd, who gathers the lost
The Lamb of God, who takes away sin
According to Hebrews 1:3, how is Jesus described in relation to God's nature?
He is an inspired prophet who reflects God's message
He is the symbolic representation of God's presence
He is the exact imprint of God's being and full radiance of His glory
He is a partial image of God, similar to the angels
How does the repeated use of El Shaddai across these generations deepen the meaning of God's covenant with His people?
It shows the covenant changes depending on behavior
It reveals a progression from fear-based to love-based religion
It affirms God's unchanging power and faithfulness across time
It proves that each generation must earn God's favor again
What does Genesis 1:28 reveal about God's original definition of fruitfulness in relation to His image-bearing creation?
Fruitfulness was limited to spiritual growth through worship
Fruitfulness meant reproducing, ruling, and reflecting God's character in creation
Fruitfulness meant detaching from the physical world to focus on eternity
Fruitfulness was God's way of preparing Israel for later laws and rituals
What is the purpose of the covenant mentioned in Genesis 17:2 according to the text?
To give Abram a better social reputation
To establish Israel as an economic empire
To multiply Abram greatly as the father of many nations
To allow Abram to escape judgment through ritual sacrifices
How do both Colossians 1:15 and Hebrews 1:3 portray Jesus as revealing God?
As a great teacher who explains God's laws clearly
As a prophet who shows God's moral expectations
As the exact and visible expression of God’s nature
As a spiritual being who replaces God’s presence
What does the phrase “conformed to the image of his Son” in Romans 8:29 imply about God’s purpose for humanity?
That believers must imitate Christ's miracles
That God's original image in creation finds its goal in Christlikeness
That God values outward religious practices more than inner character
That each person decides their own moral image
How was the term ṣelem commonly used in the ancient Near East outside the Bible?
To describe celestial bodies like the sun and moon
To refer to kings or rulers as visible representatives of a god
To name sacred rivers and boundaries
What key truth does the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30) teach about God’s plan for fruitfulness?
God values effort more than results
God expects each person to multiply what they’ve been entrusted with
God gives everyone the same spiritual abilities to avoid favoritism
God rewards those who avoid risks and play it safe
What do Genesis 1 and 1 Corinthians 15 together reveal about the human body?
It is shaped by environmental forces over time
It is a unique and dignified creation with eternal value
It is a temporary vessel with no real significance
It is a symbolic form meant to reflect all creation
The use of plural pronouns “us” and “our” in Genesis 1:26 most likely points to which theological truth?
God needed help from other divine beings
God was consulting angels for creative feedback
God exists in a complex unity, hinting at the Trinity
The text uses plural language to express humility
How do these two verses together correct the misunderstanding that Jesus was just a prophet or teacher, as stated by other religions like Islam?
They show that Jesus was God in essence and the visible revealer of the Father
They highlight that Jesus was spiritually powerful but not divine
Ephesians 4:32 calls believers to be kind and forgiving. What reason does Paul give for this command?
Because kindness is admired by the world
Because the church needs more compassion
Because God has already forgiven us in Christ
Because it’s easier to get along with others
Why is the phrase “bodily” in Colossians 2:9 significant in understanding Christian theology?
It shows that God only appeared to be human but wasn’t truly
It teaches that God’s fullness can only exist in heaven
It confirms that Jesus was truly human while fully divine
It denies the possibility of Jesus’ resurrection body
What does the use of El Shaddai in Genesis 17 teach us about God’s covenant character?
God is powerful and passive, requiring human initiation
God is unpredictable and changes His terms based on behavior
God is fully capable and faithful to keep eternal promises
God withdraws from the covenant when humans fail
How does “walk before me and be blameless” connect with God’s title El Shaddai?
It challenges Abram to match God’s perfection
It asks Abram to earn the covenant through obedience
It calls Abram to trust God’s sufficiency and faithfulness
It means Abram must never make mistakes
In Colossians 1:15, how is Christ described in relation to God and creation?
He is the first created being among all others
He is the image of the invisible God and preeminent over creation
He is one of many created sons who reflect God’s will
He is the spiritual force behind Old Testament law
What is the theological implication of Genesis 1:31 stating, “God saw everything that he had made, and behold, it was very good”?
It confirms creation was without any flaw or sin before the Fall
It suggests God was surprised by His own work
It leaves room for creation myths from other cultures
It shows that creation needed human approval to be completed
How does the structure of Genesis 1 (forming on Days 1–3, filling on Days 4–6) reflect God’s character?
He is a God of randomness and surprise
He prioritizes natural forces over moral order
He is a God of order, planning, and preparation
He works through trial and error like mankind
The name “God Almighty” (El Shaddai) in Genesis 17:1 emphasizes which attribute of God?
God’s power and authority to bless, multiply, and uphold His word
God’s mercy and compassion
God’s justice and righteousness
God’s omnipresence
According to the explanation of 'El Shaddai,' what does this name highlight about God's character?
His gentleness and passivity
His association with nature spirits
His sovereign power to fulfill impossible promises
His tendency to act only through intermediaries
According to Colossians 1:18 and Hebrews 1:3, what unique role does Jesus play in both creation and salvation?
He is a helper to the Father in spiritual renewal
He oversees angelic activity and heavenly worship
He is both the head of the church and the one who made purification for sins
He inspires moral teachings for all religious traditions
How does Romans 8:29 correct any misunderstanding that the 'image of God' means only physical or outward resemblance?
By teaching that being conformed to Christ involves inner transformation, not just appearance
By denying that God created the human body
By focusing on behavior alone rather than nature
By arguing that the image of God is no longer relevant
According to both Genesis 1:26–27 and 1 Corinthians 15:39, what distinguishes humans from other forms of life?
Humans are created in God's image, unlike other creatures
Humans are able to build civilizations and speak languages
Humans are physically more advanced than most species
Humans evolved separately from the animal kingdom
What ultimate hope does Romans 8:29 give to those created in God's image, based on the original purpose in Genesis 1:26-27?
That they will become angels after death
That they will be completely remade in the image of God through Christ
That their individuality will be lost in divine perfection
That they will gain control over nature like in the beginning
What connection can be drawn between the phrases “has made him known” (John 1:18) and “fullness of deity dwells bodily” (Col. 2:9)?
That Jesus reflects part of God’s truth but not His being
That Jesus’ teachings were more important than His identity
That Jesus both reveals and embodies the complete nature of God
That both verses are focused mainly on Jesus’ moral example
What theme is consistently tied to the name El Shaddai in all three passages (Genesis 17:1, 28:3, 35:11)?
Miracles and signs of judgment
Fruitfulness, multiplication, and covenant fulfillment
Worship laws and temple construction
The creation of new religious rituals
What does the Hebrew name El Shaddai most accurately communicate in Genesis 17:1?
God is distant and can be known
God is nurturing but limited in power
God is all-powerful and able to bless abundantly
Which best explains how Hebrews 1:1-3 contrasts Jesus with the prophets of the Old Testament?
Prophets had authority equal to Jesus because they spoke God’s word
Jesus is one of many ways God speaks today, just like the prophets
Prophets spoke God’s message; Jesus is God’s ultimate and complete revelation
Prophets were sinless; Jesus was tempted like all men
What title is given to Jesus in Luke 1:32 that emphasizes His divine royal authority?
The Redeemer of Israel
Son of David and ruler of the nations
Son of the Most High and heir to David’s throne
Chief Shepherd and light of the world
According to Genesis 1:20–23, what unique instruction did God give to the sea creatures and birds?
To rule over the fish of the sea and fowl of the air
To sing praises to their Creator
To be fruitful and multiply
To migrate according to the sun and moon
In Genesis 1:28, the role God assigns to mankind is to:
Be fruitful, multiply, fill the earth, and have dominion over all living things.
Worship only in the temple and offer sacrifices daily.
Live in isolation from the rest of creation.
Serve as messengers between God and the angels.
What is the meaning of 'dominion and stewardship over creation' as described in the Bible?
Passive enjoyment of all He created
Servitude under animals
Dominion and stewardship over creation
Equal authority with the stars and planets
What title is given to Jesus in Revelation 19:11 that emphasizes His character and His role as judge and warrior?
Faithful and True, riding a white horse
Prince of Heaven, crowned in glory
Righteous King, clothed in splendor
Everlasting Light, holding the scroll
Why is the inclusion of 'male and female He created them' important?
It shows one gender is superior to the other
It denies gender as part of creation
It affirms that both genders equally bear the image of God
It implies only men were originally in God's likeness
How does Genesis 1:26 contrast with the surrounding pagan creation myths of the ancient Near East?
Unlike other stories, Genesis shows humanity made in love and purpose, not from violence or chaos
Like pagan myths, Genesis describes humans as accidental byproducts
Genesis follows the same mythological patterns but with different names
In light of Genesis 1:26, which New Testament passage most clearly reinforces that Jesus is involved in the creation of mankind?
Matthew 5:16
Luke 2:7
Colossians 1:16
James 2:26
In Hebrews 1:1-3, what change in how God speaks is emphasized?
God now speaks through natural events rather than prophets
God no longer communicates directly with humanity
God spoke through prophets in the past, but now speaks fully through His Son
God relies on angels to deliver His messages today
In light of Hebrews 1:3 and Genesis 1:27, what is the goal of salvation for those made in God’s image?
To reflect God through moral improvement
To be conformed to the image of Christ, who is the perfect image of God
To become gods like Christ through personal effort
To return to the Garden and restart creation
According to Matthew 1:23, what name of Jesus reflects God’s presence with humanity?
Immanuel
Elijah
Gabriel
Emmanuel