WHY I TEST YOUR BIBLE IQ
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Yes or No
1) Did Jesus go to heaven when he died?
Yes (No) He was in the heart of the earth 3 days and 3 nights first. (See Jonah 1:17 & Matthew 12:40)
2) Did Jesus say evil people really burn in hell forever?
Yes ( No) It is supposed by tradition. Controversy surrounds this doctrine. Further study is required.
3) Did Jesus predict a secret Rapture where people suddenly disappear?
Yes (No) If every eye will see him it will be no secret. (See Matthew 24:27 and Luke 17:24)
4) Did Jesus indicate human beings have an ‘immortal soul’?
Yes (No) The words immortal soul do not appear together in scripture. In fact, it states that the soul that sins shall die. (See Ezekiel 18:4 & 20)
5) Did Jesus say the righteous ‘Go to Heaven when they die?
Yes (No) The words ‘go to heaven’ do not appear in scripture. Further study is recommended. (Read my book 'WHY NO ONE GOES TO HEAVEN' from the Home page.)
Multiple Choice
(Choose only one)
6) Where is the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man found?
a) Matthew 24 b) Mark 21 c) John 5 (d) Luke 16:19-31) e) None of the above
7) In what river was Jesus baptized?
a) Nile (b) Jordan c) Euphrates d) Tigris e) None of these
8) How many wise men came to see Jesus as a new born baby?
a) None b) Three c) Seven d) More than Ten (e) The Bible doesn’t say. Tradition says three wise men came.
9) Which one of these disciples was not counted among ‘the Twelve’?
a) Matthew b) Mathias (c) Joseph (called Barsabas) d) Judas Iscariot
10) Why did Jesus’ parents ‘seek him sorrowing’ in Luke 2:48?
a) he ran away from home b) he had taken ill c) he was staying with a friend unknown to his parents (d) He was doing ‘his Father’s business in the Temple (See Luke 2:49) e) none of the above
Fill in the Blanks
11) Mark 9:38 - And John answered him saying, ‘Master, we saw one casting out devils in your name, and he doesn’t follow us and we forbade him, because he doesn’t follow us.’
12) Luke 1:26 - And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, 27 to a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary.
13) Matthew 3:13-15 - Then Jesus came from Galilee to Jordan unto John, to be baptized of him. 14 But John forbade him, saying, ‘I needed to be baptized of you, and do you come to me?’ 15 And Jesus answering said unto him, ‘Allow it to be so now: for thus it becomes us to fulfill all righteousness.’ Then he baptized him.
14) Luke 5:1-2 - And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the Lake of Gennesaret, 2 And saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing their nets.
15) Mark 1:21-22 - And they went into Capernaum; and straightway on the Sabbath day he entered into the synagogue, and taught. 22 And they were astonished at his doctrine: for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes.
True or False?
16) Jesus spoke in parables to help explain the meaning of his teachings.
T or (F) (See Matthew 13:10-14, Luke 8:10)
17) Jesus turned 6 large ceramic jars of water into really good grape juice.
T or (F) (Real wine with alcohol. See John 2:1-11)
18) Jesus told his disciples that it IS lawful to do well on the Sabbath.
(T) or F (See Matthew 12:1-21)
19) Jesus said his ‘yoke’ was hard and his ‘burden’ heavy.
T or (F) (See Matthew 11:28-30)
20) Jesus condemned the woman who washed his feet with her tears and wiped them with her hair and shamed her openly in front of the Pharisees.
T or (F) (See Luke 7:36-50)
A) Or B)
(Choose the best answer, either one or both)
21) In the Parable of the Mustard Seed in Matthew 13:31-32, did Jesus say the mustard seed represented A) our faith as Christians and/or (B) his future Kingdom?
22) Do the so-called ‘be-attitudes’ teach Jesus’ disciples are blessed (A) for righteousness sake alone and/or B) because of the financial wealth he bestows upon them as a result of righteous living? (Matthew5:10 Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.)
23) Did Jesus say that (A) he was the ‘light of the world’ and/or (B) his disciples also were the ‘light of the world’? (Both. See Matthew 5:14 and John 8:12)
24) In the Parable of the Tares in Matthew 13:24-30, Jesus compared the non-productive tares to the productive wheat. Did the tares represent (A) unbelievers and/or (B) those Christians who failed to bear ‘fruit’? (It could be both by implication, though the tares were sown by ‘an enemy’.)
25) Jesus said the Kingdom of heaven is like a net that caught all kinds of fish. Were the bad fish A) made into delicacies and savored or (B) cast away as detestable?
Yes or No
26) Did Jesus say he would return to earth as King of Kings to set up a government that would rule the world forever?
(Yes, see Matthew 19:23-30 and Matthew 25:31-46) No
27) Did Jesus say he was leaving the planet to prepare places for his followers?
(Yes) No (John 14:1-3 Let not your heart be troubled: you believe in God, believe also in me. 2 In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there you may be also.)
28) Did Jesus ever say ‘all is vanity’?
Yes (No. That was Solomon in Ecclesiastes 1:2, and other places. Scripture never mentions this word from the lips of Jesus.)
29) Did Jesus ever curse?
Yes (No, except for the incident of the fig tree recorded in Matthew 21:18-22.)
30) Did Jesus say ‘Let your Yes be Yes and your No be No, and that anything added other than these came from the Devil’?
(Yes) No (Matthew 5:33 'Again, you have heard that it has been said by them of old time, You shall not forswear thyself, but shall perform unto the Lord your oaths: 34 But I say unto you, Swear not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God's throne: 35 Nor by the earth; for it is his footstool: neither by Jerusalem; for it is the city of the great King. 36 Neither shall you swear by your head, because you can not make one hair white or black. 37 But let your communication be, ‘Yes, yes; No, no’: for whatsoever is more than these comes of evil.
Multiple Choice
(Choose only one)
31) Where is the Parable of Lazarus, Mary and Martha found?
a) Matthew 29 b) Mark 27 c) John 5 d) Luke 16:19-31 (e) None of the above
32) What did Jesus say to pick out his apostles?
a) ‘Come help me.’ b) ‘Will you please be my employee?’ (c) ‘Follow me.’ (See Matthew 4:19, Mark 2:14) d) ‘Work with me. e) None of the above
33) How many of the disciples hand-picked by Jesus became Apostles?
(a) 11 And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease. 2 Now the names of the twelve apostles are these; The first, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother; James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother; 3 Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus; 4 Simon the Canaanite, and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed him.
(Comment: An answer of 12 is acceptable, but technically we must subtract Judas Iscariot, making the answer 11.) b) 12 c) 13 d) 14 e) None of the above f) More than 15
34) How many times did Jesus feed thousands?
a) 1 (b) 2 (See Matthew 14:21, 15:38 and Mark 6:44, 8:9) c) 3 d) 4 e) None of the above
35) Did Jesus ________ with his disciples?
a) eat b) camp overnight under the stars c) drive out demons d) sing songs e) None of the above (f) choices a) b) c) and d) (See Luke 22:15, 24:43; Mark 14:37; Matthew 9:33; and Matthew 26:30, Mark 14:26)
Fill in the Blanks
36) Matthew 9:35 - And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the Kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people.
37) Mark 6:14 - And King Herod heard of him; (for his name was spread abroad:) and he said, ‘That John the Baptist was risen from the dead, and therefore mighty works do show forth themselves in him.’
38) Matthew 14:24-25 - But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary. 25 And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea.
39) Mark 8:1-3 - In those days the multitude being very great, and having nothing to eat, Jesus called his disciples unto him, and said unto them, 2 ‘I have compassion on the multitude, because they have now been with me three days, and have nothing to eat: 3 And if I send them away fasting to their own houses, they will faint by the way: for many of them came from far.
40) Matthew 15:39 - And he sent away the multitude, and took ship, and came into the coasts of Magdala. 16: 1The Pharisees also with the Sadducees came, and tempting, desired him that he would show them a sign from heaven.
True or False?
41) Jesus worked with his earthly dad as a baker.
T or (F) (See Mark 6:3)
42) Jesus told his disciples to pray the ‘Lord of the harvest’ that he would send laborers into his harvest.
(T) or F (See Matthew 9:34-38)
43) Jesus sent out his twelve disciples to preach the gospel to the Gentiles.
T or (F)Instead, he told them NOT to go to the Gentiles, but rather to the 'lost sheep of the House of Israel. (See Matthew 10:5-6)
44) In Mark 6:14-16 King Herod said John the Baptist had risen from the dead.
(T) or F (While it is true that John the Baptist was not raised from the dead, Herod said he was.)
45) John the Baptist was imprisoned and then beheaded for calling Herod’s wife (Herodias) an adulteress.
(T) or F (See Mark 6:14-29)
A) Or B)
(Choose the best answer, either one or both)
46) King Herod A) had been trying to kill John the Baptist or (B) had been trying to protect John the Baptist because the King’s wife wanted to kill him.
47) When the people saw Jesus headed their way they (A) ran to meet him or B) hid themselves from him. (See Mark 6:33-34)
48) Jesus walked on the water to come to the boat his disciples were in and he invited A) James and John or (B) Peter to come to him on the water as well. (See Matthew 14:24-33)
49) Jesus told the people that they had come for a (A) free meal or B) sermon of the gospel.
(See John 6:25-27)
50) Jesus said he was the ‘Bread of Life’ that, if eaten, would provide A) good nutrition or (B) eternal life. (See John 6:32-59)
Yes or No
51) Did some of the hundreds who followed Jesus turn back and quit following him?
(Yes) No (See John 6:60-69)
52) Was Jesus supportive of traditions upheld by the Pharisees and certain of the scribes? Yes (No) (See Mark 7:1-16)
53) When the Pharisees asked Jesus for a sign to prove he was indeed the Messiah, did he do a miracle right in front of them all? Yes (No) (See Matthew 15:39-16:4)
54) When Jesus asked his disciples who men said he claimed to be, did they say ‘The Christ, the ‘Son of the Blessed One’? Yes (No) (See Matthew 16:13-28)
55) When Jesus was ‘transfigured’, did he ‘appear in glory’? (Yes) No (See Luke 9:28-36)
Multiple Choice
(Choose only one)
56) In John 9:4-4 Jesus said: 4 ‘I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night comes, when no man can work. 5 As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.’ What do you think Jesus meant by the phrase ‘the night comes when no man can work? a) Night shifts were not allowed b) night time is for sleeping (c) darkness would come in the future that would prevent anyone from working d) None of the above
57) When Jesus healed the man that was born blind
a) there was a division among the Pharisees over Jesus b) the Pharisees interrogated his parents c) they asked the healed man how he had been healed twice d) the Pharisees said they knew Jesus was a sinner (e) all of the above (See John 9:1-41)
58) Why did Jesus say ‘I am the Door’? Because
a) if anyone enters in by him, they will be saved. b) if he or she entered through Jesus, they would be able to go in and out and find pasture. c) if he or she entered through Jesus, they would find life and that life would be more abundant than before. (d) All of the above.
59) Why did Jesus say ‘I am the Good Shepherd’? Because:
a) He was really good with sheep. b) He had killed a lion and a bear while tending his father’s sheep. c) He was the son of the good shepherd, David. (d) He would later lay his life down for the sheep, i.e. his disciples.
60) In Luke 10:1 Jesus appointed how many of his disciples and sent them out by two’s to prepare the towns for him?
a) Twelve b) 120 (c) 70 d) 500 e) none
Fill in the Blanks
61) Luke 10: 18 And he said unto them, ‘I beheld Satan as lightning fall from heaven.
62) Luke 12:1 - In the mean time, when there was gathered together an innumerable multitude of people insomuch that they trampled each other, he began to say unto his disciples first of all, ‘Beware of the leavening of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy.
63) John 10:22-24 - And it was at Jerusalem the feast of the dedication, and it was winter. 23 And Jesus walked in the temple in Solomon's porch. 24 Then came the Jews round about him, and said unto him, ‘How long do you make us to doubt? If you are the Christ, tell us plainly.’
64) Luke 13:22-24 - And he went through the cities and villages, teaching, and journeying toward Jerusalem. 23 Then said one unto him, ‘Lord, are there few that be saved?’ And he said unto them, 24 ‘Strive to enter in at the strait gate: for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able.
65) Luke 15: 11 And he said, A certain man had two sons, 12 and the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the portion of goods that falls to me.’ And he divided unto them his living. 13 And not many days after the younger son gathered all together, and took his journey into a far country, and there wasted his substance with riotous living.
True or False?
66) In the Parable of the Rich Man’s Steward, the steward had deceived his Master and embezzled money. (Hint: See Luke 16:2-18) (T) or F
67) The Bible refers to Jesus as GOD. (See John 1:1, 20:28, Hebrews 1:8, Titus 2:13 and 2 Peter 1:1) (T) or F
68) Jesus will return in power and glory as King of Kings and Lord of Lords. (See Revelation 17:14, 19:16 and Daniel 4:37) (T) or F
69) Jesus is referred to as the ‘Alpha and the Omega’, the .Biggest and the Best’. (See Revelation 1:4-8, 2:8, Isaiah 41:4, 44:6 and 48:12) T or (F)(Alpha & Omega mean the First and the Last)
70) The Bible credits Jesus as one of the Prophets, but not really the ‘Son of God.’ T or (F) (See 1 John 5:20, 2 John 1:3, Hebrews 10:29, Galatians 2:20 and John 3:18)
A) Or B)
(Circle the best answer, either one or both)
71) The Bible credits Jesus with (A) divine attributes in 1 John 1-3 and (B) all divine honors in Matthew 28:7.
72) According to Jesus, he that believes on him (A) is not condemned: but he that does not believe is (B) condemned already because he has not believed on the name of the only begotten Son of God. (See John 3:18)
73) The Pharisees and Sadducees wanted to kill not only Jesus, but A) Judas Iscariot for betraying Jesus or (B) Lazarus, whom Jesus raised from the dead.
74) Jesus repeatedly humiliated the Scribes and Pharisees in front of the A) Roman government or (B) the Jews.
75) Jesus said ‘Whoever exalts himself shall be abased; and he who humbles himself shall be (A) exalted or B) eliminated.
Yes or No
76) Did Jesus say that those who did good deeds would be rewarded in the resurrection of the just? (See Luke 14:12-13) (Yes) No
77) Did Jesus predict that some would not come, though they were invited? (See Luke 14:15-24) (Yes) No
78) Did Jesus say we should ‘count the cost’? (See Luke 14:25-35) (Yes) No
79) Did the Pharisees and scribes murmur against Jesus, saying: ‘This man receives sinners and eats with them.’? (See Luke 15:2-7) (Yes) No
80) Did Jesus give five parables (1 Lost Sheep; 2 Lost coin; 3 Prodigal Son; 4 Rich Man’s Steward and 5 Lazarus and the Rich Man) in a series to indict the Pharisees and Scribes for their hypocrisy and their poor use of the Holy Scriptures? (See Luke 15:2-16:31) (Yes) No
Multiple Choice
(Choose only one)
81) In the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (See Luke 16:19-31), who would best be represented by the poor beggar Lazarus? a) The Scribes b) the Pharisees c) the Jews (d) the Gentiles e) None of the above
82) In the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (See Luke 16:19-31), who would best be represented by the Rich Man? a) The Scribes b) the Pharisees c) the Jews d) the Sadducees (e) all of the above
83) In the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (See Luke 16:19-31), the Rich Man asked Abraham for a) a barrel of water to quench the flames b) an asbestos suit c) a free pass out of Hell (d) a drop of water on the tip of Lazarus’ finger to cool his tongue e) None of the above
84) In the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (See Luke 16:19-31), the poor beggar Lazarus was a) tormented on earth and comforted in Abrahams’ Bosom (by his side) b) accounted as righteous c) carried to Abrahams’ Bosom by the angels (d) all of the above.
85) In the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (See Luke 16:19-31), Jesus was (a) not mentioned. b) referred to as being in Heaven instead. c) telling Abraham what to say to the Rich Man. d) all of the above. e) none of the above.
Fill in the Blanks
86) Luke 16:29-31 29 Abraham said unto him, ‘They have Moses and the prophets; let them hear them.’ 30 And he said, ‘No, father Abraham: but if one went unto them from the dead, they will repent.’ 31 And he said unto him, ‘If they hear not Moses and the Prophets, neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead.’
87) Matthew 19:1-2 -And it came to pass, that when Jesus had finished these sayings, he departed from Galilee, and came into the coasts of Judea beyond Jordan; 2 And great multitudes followed him; and he healed them there.
88) Mark 10:13-16 - And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them: and his disciples rebuked those that brought them. 14 But when Jesus saw it, he was much displeased, and said unto them, ‘Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the Kingdom of God. 15 Truly I say unto you, whoever shall not receive the Kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein.’
89) Matthew 19:16-17 - And, behold, one came and said unto him, ‘Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life?’ 17 And he said unto him, ‘Why do you call me good? There is none good but one, that is, God: but if you will enter into life, keep the commandments.’
90) Matthew 20:1 - For the Kingdom of heaven is like unto a man that is an householder, which went out early in the morning to hire laborers into his vineyard. 2 And when he had agreed with the laborers for a penny a day, he sent them into his vineyard.
True or False?
91) Jesus predicted his own death and exactly how it would happen. (Hint: See Mark 10:32-52) (T) or F
92) Jesus said that those who would rule with him in his Kingdom would ‘Lord it over them’
(Hint: See Mark 10:43-45) T or (F)
93) When Jesus headed for Jerusalem, he entered the city riding on the foal of a donkey as per the Prophet Zechariah. (Hint: See Matthew 21:1-9 and Zechariah 9:9) (T) or F
94) Many of the chief rulers believed on Jesus. (Hint: See John 12:42-50) (T) or F
95) The Jews platted a crown of thorns and bashed it down on Jesus’ head. (Hint: See John 19:1-5) T or (F) It was the Roman soldiers who did this.
A) Or B)
(Choose the best answer, either one or both)
96) When they crucified Jesus (A) darkness covered the land from the sixth hour until the ninth hour (B) they gave him vinegar mixed with gall to drink. See Matthew 27:45-47.
97) As Jesus died he cried out with a loud voice: (A) ‘Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani’ That is to say, ‘My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?’ (B) ‘Father, into your hands I commend my spirit!’ (See John 19:30 and Luke 23:46)
98) Jesus was buried in the tomb of: (A) the rich man Joseph of Arimathaea, an honorable counselor, which also waited for the Kingdom of God B) the poor beggar named Lazarus. (See Mark 15:42-45)
99) The tomb was sealed and then guarded by Roman soldiers who, upon seeing the Angel of the Lord descend from heaven and roll back the stone (A) shook, and became as dead men B) were so sound asleep, they didn’t notice. (See Matthew 28:1-4)
100) Before his ascension, Jesus appeared to (A) more than 500 people at once B) doubting Thomas and the remaining disciples. (See 1 Corinthians 15:6 and John 20:9)
Grade as follows: 1 Point off for each one missed
95 to 100% = Genius! Good Job!
90 to 94% = Excellent! Way above average!
85 to 89% = Good and Above Average!
80 to 84% = Fair and Above Average
75 to 79% = Average
Below 74% = Below Average: Needs Work!
Thank you for taking this test. I love you because you love my Best Friend, King Jesus or you would not have bothered to take this test. Though I may not know you today, look me up when Jesus gathers his own together (at the LAST Trump; not the first). He will never let you down if you keep the faith and continue to follow the Great King into his real and soon-coming Kingdom of which you will be a Cabinet Member. He is preparing you for just such a position. That is the purpose of life. All men press into it.
So, how did you do? Now you are ready to learn even more about Jesus.
Study Primer 3, the Prophecies about his first coming, about his second coming, about the End of the age and what happens after that. He is the wisest of all, way greater than Solomon (Matthew 12:42). Study to show yourself approved unto God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. (2 Tim. 2:15)
Recommended reading would include my Book entitled: 'WHY JESUS MATTERS NOW' It is an easy to read 30 day adventure through Jesus’ life and times woven together from the 4 Gospels, the book of Acts and the Book of Revelation, to give the reader a clearer view of Jesus as never before seen exactly in this way.
Get it, while time still remains or read it right here. May I suggest you don’t just skim it; really study him, what he did, what he taught and to whom. Try to get a sense of his genius, why he did and said what he did. You will be amazed! And you will come to know the Great King as never before.
You will be able to prepare for your astonishing future. Restudy daily to stay fresh. Take the JESUS IQ TEST and first study its 3 Primers over and over. Expect many surprises… You may never cease to learn new things about our Wonderful Savior King every time you do this. May God richly bless and keep you for all time to come. See you ‘on the Rock’! (…for they drank of that spiritual Rock that followed them: and that Rock was Christ. See 1 Cor. 10:1-4.)
1) Did Jesus go to heaven when he died?
Yes (No) He was in the heart of the earth 3 days and 3 nights first. (See Jonah 1:17 & Matthew 12:40)
2) Did Jesus say evil people really burn in hell forever?
Yes ( No) It is supposed by tradition. Controversy surrounds this doctrine. Further study is required.
3) Did Jesus predict a secret Rapture where people suddenly disappear?
Yes (No) If every eye will see him it will be no secret. (See Matthew 24:27 and Luke 17:24)
4) Did Jesus indicate human beings have an ‘immortal soul’?
Yes (No) The words immortal soul do not appear together in scripture. In fact, it states that the soul that sins shall die. (See Ezekiel 18:4 & 20)
5) Did Jesus say the righteous ‘Go to Heaven when they die?
Yes (No) The words ‘go to heaven’ do not appear in scripture. Further study is recommended. (Read my book 'WHY NO ONE GOES TO HEAVEN' from the Home page.)
Multiple Choice
(Choose only one)
6) Where is the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man found?
a) Matthew 24 b) Mark 21 c) John 5 (d) Luke 16:19-31) e) None of the above
7) In what river was Jesus baptized?
a) Nile (b) Jordan c) Euphrates d) Tigris e) None of these
8) How many wise men came to see Jesus as a new born baby?
a) None b) Three c) Seven d) More than Ten (e) The Bible doesn’t say. Tradition says three wise men came.
9) Which one of these disciples was not counted among ‘the Twelve’?
a) Matthew b) Mathias (c) Joseph (called Barsabas) d) Judas Iscariot
10) Why did Jesus’ parents ‘seek him sorrowing’ in Luke 2:48?
a) he ran away from home b) he had taken ill c) he was staying with a friend unknown to his parents (d) He was doing ‘his Father’s business in the Temple (See Luke 2:49) e) none of the above
Fill in the Blanks
11) Mark 9:38 - And John answered him saying, ‘Master, we saw one casting out devils in your name, and he doesn’t follow us and we forbade him, because he doesn’t follow us.’
12) Luke 1:26 - And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, 27 to a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary.
13) Matthew 3:13-15 - Then Jesus came from Galilee to Jordan unto John, to be baptized of him. 14 But John forbade him, saying, ‘I needed to be baptized of you, and do you come to me?’ 15 And Jesus answering said unto him, ‘Allow it to be so now: for thus it becomes us to fulfill all righteousness.’ Then he baptized him.
14) Luke 5:1-2 - And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the Lake of Gennesaret, 2 And saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing their nets.
15) Mark 1:21-22 - And they went into Capernaum; and straightway on the Sabbath day he entered into the synagogue, and taught. 22 And they were astonished at his doctrine: for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes.
True or False?
16) Jesus spoke in parables to help explain the meaning of his teachings.
T or (F) (See Matthew 13:10-14, Luke 8:10)
17) Jesus turned 6 large ceramic jars of water into really good grape juice.
T or (F) (Real wine with alcohol. See John 2:1-11)
18) Jesus told his disciples that it IS lawful to do well on the Sabbath.
(T) or F (See Matthew 12:1-21)
19) Jesus said his ‘yoke’ was hard and his ‘burden’ heavy.
T or (F) (See Matthew 11:28-30)
20) Jesus condemned the woman who washed his feet with her tears and wiped them with her hair and shamed her openly in front of the Pharisees.
T or (F) (See Luke 7:36-50)
A) Or B)
(Choose the best answer, either one or both)
21) In the Parable of the Mustard Seed in Matthew 13:31-32, did Jesus say the mustard seed represented A) our faith as Christians and/or (B) his future Kingdom?
22) Do the so-called ‘be-attitudes’ teach Jesus’ disciples are blessed (A) for righteousness sake alone and/or B) because of the financial wealth he bestows upon them as a result of righteous living? (Matthew5:10 Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.)
23) Did Jesus say that (A) he was the ‘light of the world’ and/or (B) his disciples also were the ‘light of the world’? (Both. See Matthew 5:14 and John 8:12)
24) In the Parable of the Tares in Matthew 13:24-30, Jesus compared the non-productive tares to the productive wheat. Did the tares represent (A) unbelievers and/or (B) those Christians who failed to bear ‘fruit’? (It could be both by implication, though the tares were sown by ‘an enemy’.)
25) Jesus said the Kingdom of heaven is like a net that caught all kinds of fish. Were the bad fish A) made into delicacies and savored or (B) cast away as detestable?
Yes or No
26) Did Jesus say he would return to earth as King of Kings to set up a government that would rule the world forever?
(Yes, see Matthew 19:23-30 and Matthew 25:31-46) No
27) Did Jesus say he was leaving the planet to prepare places for his followers?
(Yes) No (John 14:1-3 Let not your heart be troubled: you believe in God, believe also in me. 2 In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there you may be also.)
28) Did Jesus ever say ‘all is vanity’?
Yes (No. That was Solomon in Ecclesiastes 1:2, and other places. Scripture never mentions this word from the lips of Jesus.)
29) Did Jesus ever curse?
Yes (No, except for the incident of the fig tree recorded in Matthew 21:18-22.)
30) Did Jesus say ‘Let your Yes be Yes and your No be No, and that anything added other than these came from the Devil’?
(Yes) No (Matthew 5:33 'Again, you have heard that it has been said by them of old time, You shall not forswear thyself, but shall perform unto the Lord your oaths: 34 But I say unto you, Swear not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God's throne: 35 Nor by the earth; for it is his footstool: neither by Jerusalem; for it is the city of the great King. 36 Neither shall you swear by your head, because you can not make one hair white or black. 37 But let your communication be, ‘Yes, yes; No, no’: for whatsoever is more than these comes of evil.
Multiple Choice
(Choose only one)
31) Where is the Parable of Lazarus, Mary and Martha found?
a) Matthew 29 b) Mark 27 c) John 5 d) Luke 16:19-31 (e) None of the above
32) What did Jesus say to pick out his apostles?
a) ‘Come help me.’ b) ‘Will you please be my employee?’ (c) ‘Follow me.’ (See Matthew 4:19, Mark 2:14) d) ‘Work with me. e) None of the above
33) How many of the disciples hand-picked by Jesus became Apostles?
(a) 11 And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease. 2 Now the names of the twelve apostles are these; The first, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother; James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother; 3 Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus; 4 Simon the Canaanite, and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed him.
(Comment: An answer of 12 is acceptable, but technically we must subtract Judas Iscariot, making the answer 11.) b) 12 c) 13 d) 14 e) None of the above f) More than 15
34) How many times did Jesus feed thousands?
a) 1 (b) 2 (See Matthew 14:21, 15:38 and Mark 6:44, 8:9) c) 3 d) 4 e) None of the above
35) Did Jesus ________ with his disciples?
a) eat b) camp overnight under the stars c) drive out demons d) sing songs e) None of the above (f) choices a) b) c) and d) (See Luke 22:15, 24:43; Mark 14:37; Matthew 9:33; and Matthew 26:30, Mark 14:26)
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36) Matthew 9:35 - And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the Kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people.
37) Mark 6:14 - And King Herod heard of him; (for his name was spread abroad:) and he said, ‘That John the Baptist was risen from the dead, and therefore mighty works do show forth themselves in him.’
38) Matthew 14:24-25 - But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary. 25 And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea.
39) Mark 8:1-3 - In those days the multitude being very great, and having nothing to eat, Jesus called his disciples unto him, and said unto them, 2 ‘I have compassion on the multitude, because they have now been with me three days, and have nothing to eat: 3 And if I send them away fasting to their own houses, they will faint by the way: for many of them came from far.
40) Matthew 15:39 - And he sent away the multitude, and took ship, and came into the coasts of Magdala. 16: 1The Pharisees also with the Sadducees came, and tempting, desired him that he would show them a sign from heaven.
True or False?
41) Jesus worked with his earthly dad as a baker.
T or (F) (See Mark 6:3)
42) Jesus told his disciples to pray the ‘Lord of the harvest’ that he would send laborers into his harvest.
(T) or F (See Matthew 9:34-38)
43) Jesus sent out his twelve disciples to preach the gospel to the Gentiles.
T or (F)Instead, he told them NOT to go to the Gentiles, but rather to the 'lost sheep of the House of Israel. (See Matthew 10:5-6)
44) In Mark 6:14-16 King Herod said John the Baptist had risen from the dead.
(T) or F (While it is true that John the Baptist was not raised from the dead, Herod said he was.)
45) John the Baptist was imprisoned and then beheaded for calling Herod’s wife (Herodias) an adulteress.
(T) or F (See Mark 6:14-29)
A) Or B)
(Choose the best answer, either one or both)
46) King Herod A) had been trying to kill John the Baptist or (B) had been trying to protect John the Baptist because the King’s wife wanted to kill him.
47) When the people saw Jesus headed their way they (A) ran to meet him or B) hid themselves from him. (See Mark 6:33-34)
48) Jesus walked on the water to come to the boat his disciples were in and he invited A) James and John or (B) Peter to come to him on the water as well. (See Matthew 14:24-33)
49) Jesus told the people that they had come for a (A) free meal or B) sermon of the gospel.
(See John 6:25-27)
50) Jesus said he was the ‘Bread of Life’ that, if eaten, would provide A) good nutrition or (B) eternal life. (See John 6:32-59)
Yes or No
51) Did some of the hundreds who followed Jesus turn back and quit following him?
(Yes) No (See John 6:60-69)
52) Was Jesus supportive of traditions upheld by the Pharisees and certain of the scribes? Yes (No) (See Mark 7:1-16)
53) When the Pharisees asked Jesus for a sign to prove he was indeed the Messiah, did he do a miracle right in front of them all? Yes (No) (See Matthew 15:39-16:4)
54) When Jesus asked his disciples who men said he claimed to be, did they say ‘The Christ, the ‘Son of the Blessed One’? Yes (No) (See Matthew 16:13-28)
55) When Jesus was ‘transfigured’, did he ‘appear in glory’? (Yes) No (See Luke 9:28-36)
Multiple Choice
(Choose only one)
56) In John 9:4-4 Jesus said: 4 ‘I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night comes, when no man can work. 5 As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.’ What do you think Jesus meant by the phrase ‘the night comes when no man can work? a) Night shifts were not allowed b) night time is for sleeping (c) darkness would come in the future that would prevent anyone from working d) None of the above
57) When Jesus healed the man that was born blind
a) there was a division among the Pharisees over Jesus b) the Pharisees interrogated his parents c) they asked the healed man how he had been healed twice d) the Pharisees said they knew Jesus was a sinner (e) all of the above (See John 9:1-41)
58) Why did Jesus say ‘I am the Door’? Because
a) if anyone enters in by him, they will be saved. b) if he or she entered through Jesus, they would be able to go in and out and find pasture. c) if he or she entered through Jesus, they would find life and that life would be more abundant than before. (d) All of the above.
59) Why did Jesus say ‘I am the Good Shepherd’? Because:
a) He was really good with sheep. b) He had killed a lion and a bear while tending his father’s sheep. c) He was the son of the good shepherd, David. (d) He would later lay his life down for the sheep, i.e. his disciples.
60) In Luke 10:1 Jesus appointed how many of his disciples and sent them out by two’s to prepare the towns for him?
a) Twelve b) 120 (c) 70 d) 500 e) none
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61) Luke 10: 18 And he said unto them, ‘I beheld Satan as lightning fall from heaven.
62) Luke 12:1 - In the mean time, when there was gathered together an innumerable multitude of people insomuch that they trampled each other, he began to say unto his disciples first of all, ‘Beware of the leavening of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy.
63) John 10:22-24 - And it was at Jerusalem the feast of the dedication, and it was winter. 23 And Jesus walked in the temple in Solomon's porch. 24 Then came the Jews round about him, and said unto him, ‘How long do you make us to doubt? If you are the Christ, tell us plainly.’
64) Luke 13:22-24 - And he went through the cities and villages, teaching, and journeying toward Jerusalem. 23 Then said one unto him, ‘Lord, are there few that be saved?’ And he said unto them, 24 ‘Strive to enter in at the strait gate: for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able.
65) Luke 15: 11 And he said, A certain man had two sons, 12 and the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the portion of goods that falls to me.’ And he divided unto them his living. 13 And not many days after the younger son gathered all together, and took his journey into a far country, and there wasted his substance with riotous living.
True or False?
66) In the Parable of the Rich Man’s Steward, the steward had deceived his Master and embezzled money. (Hint: See Luke 16:2-18) (T) or F
67) The Bible refers to Jesus as GOD. (See John 1:1, 20:28, Hebrews 1:8, Titus 2:13 and 2 Peter 1:1) (T) or F
68) Jesus will return in power and glory as King of Kings and Lord of Lords. (See Revelation 17:14, 19:16 and Daniel 4:37) (T) or F
69) Jesus is referred to as the ‘Alpha and the Omega’, the .Biggest and the Best’. (See Revelation 1:4-8, 2:8, Isaiah 41:4, 44:6 and 48:12) T or (F)(Alpha & Omega mean the First and the Last)
70) The Bible credits Jesus as one of the Prophets, but not really the ‘Son of God.’ T or (F) (See 1 John 5:20, 2 John 1:3, Hebrews 10:29, Galatians 2:20 and John 3:18)
A) Or B)
(Circle the best answer, either one or both)
71) The Bible credits Jesus with (A) divine attributes in 1 John 1-3 and (B) all divine honors in Matthew 28:7.
72) According to Jesus, he that believes on him (A) is not condemned: but he that does not believe is (B) condemned already because he has not believed on the name of the only begotten Son of God. (See John 3:18)
73) The Pharisees and Sadducees wanted to kill not only Jesus, but A) Judas Iscariot for betraying Jesus or (B) Lazarus, whom Jesus raised from the dead.
74) Jesus repeatedly humiliated the Scribes and Pharisees in front of the A) Roman government or (B) the Jews.
75) Jesus said ‘Whoever exalts himself shall be abased; and he who humbles himself shall be (A) exalted or B) eliminated.
Yes or No
76) Did Jesus say that those who did good deeds would be rewarded in the resurrection of the just? (See Luke 14:12-13) (Yes) No
77) Did Jesus predict that some would not come, though they were invited? (See Luke 14:15-24) (Yes) No
78) Did Jesus say we should ‘count the cost’? (See Luke 14:25-35) (Yes) No
79) Did the Pharisees and scribes murmur against Jesus, saying: ‘This man receives sinners and eats with them.’? (See Luke 15:2-7) (Yes) No
80) Did Jesus give five parables (1 Lost Sheep; 2 Lost coin; 3 Prodigal Son; 4 Rich Man’s Steward and 5 Lazarus and the Rich Man) in a series to indict the Pharisees and Scribes for their hypocrisy and their poor use of the Holy Scriptures? (See Luke 15:2-16:31) (Yes) No
Multiple Choice
(Choose only one)
81) In the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (See Luke 16:19-31), who would best be represented by the poor beggar Lazarus? a) The Scribes b) the Pharisees c) the Jews (d) the Gentiles e) None of the above
82) In the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (See Luke 16:19-31), who would best be represented by the Rich Man? a) The Scribes b) the Pharisees c) the Jews d) the Sadducees (e) all of the above
83) In the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (See Luke 16:19-31), the Rich Man asked Abraham for a) a barrel of water to quench the flames b) an asbestos suit c) a free pass out of Hell (d) a drop of water on the tip of Lazarus’ finger to cool his tongue e) None of the above
84) In the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (See Luke 16:19-31), the poor beggar Lazarus was a) tormented on earth and comforted in Abrahams’ Bosom (by his side) b) accounted as righteous c) carried to Abrahams’ Bosom by the angels (d) all of the above.
85) In the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (See Luke 16:19-31), Jesus was (a) not mentioned. b) referred to as being in Heaven instead. c) telling Abraham what to say to the Rich Man. d) all of the above. e) none of the above.
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86) Luke 16:29-31 29 Abraham said unto him, ‘They have Moses and the prophets; let them hear them.’ 30 And he said, ‘No, father Abraham: but if one went unto them from the dead, they will repent.’ 31 And he said unto him, ‘If they hear not Moses and the Prophets, neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead.’
87) Matthew 19:1-2 -And it came to pass, that when Jesus had finished these sayings, he departed from Galilee, and came into the coasts of Judea beyond Jordan; 2 And great multitudes followed him; and he healed them there.
88) Mark 10:13-16 - And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them: and his disciples rebuked those that brought them. 14 But when Jesus saw it, he was much displeased, and said unto them, ‘Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the Kingdom of God. 15 Truly I say unto you, whoever shall not receive the Kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein.’
89) Matthew 19:16-17 - And, behold, one came and said unto him, ‘Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life?’ 17 And he said unto him, ‘Why do you call me good? There is none good but one, that is, God: but if you will enter into life, keep the commandments.’
90) Matthew 20:1 - For the Kingdom of heaven is like unto a man that is an householder, which went out early in the morning to hire laborers into his vineyard. 2 And when he had agreed with the laborers for a penny a day, he sent them into his vineyard.
True or False?
91) Jesus predicted his own death and exactly how it would happen. (Hint: See Mark 10:32-52) (T) or F
92) Jesus said that those who would rule with him in his Kingdom would ‘Lord it over them’
(Hint: See Mark 10:43-45) T or (F)
93) When Jesus headed for Jerusalem, he entered the city riding on the foal of a donkey as per the Prophet Zechariah. (Hint: See Matthew 21:1-9 and Zechariah 9:9) (T) or F
94) Many of the chief rulers believed on Jesus. (Hint: See John 12:42-50) (T) or F
95) The Jews platted a crown of thorns and bashed it down on Jesus’ head. (Hint: See John 19:1-5) T or (F) It was the Roman soldiers who did this.
A) Or B)
(Choose the best answer, either one or both)
96) When they crucified Jesus (A) darkness covered the land from the sixth hour until the ninth hour (B) they gave him vinegar mixed with gall to drink. See Matthew 27:45-47.
97) As Jesus died he cried out with a loud voice: (A) ‘Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani’ That is to say, ‘My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?’ (B) ‘Father, into your hands I commend my spirit!’ (See John 19:30 and Luke 23:46)
98) Jesus was buried in the tomb of: (A) the rich man Joseph of Arimathaea, an honorable counselor, which also waited for the Kingdom of God B) the poor beggar named Lazarus. (See Mark 15:42-45)
99) The tomb was sealed and then guarded by Roman soldiers who, upon seeing the Angel of the Lord descend from heaven and roll back the stone (A) shook, and became as dead men B) were so sound asleep, they didn’t notice. (See Matthew 28:1-4)
100) Before his ascension, Jesus appeared to (A) more than 500 people at once B) doubting Thomas and the remaining disciples. (See 1 Corinthians 15:6 and John 20:9)
Grade as follows: 1 Point off for each one missed
95 to 100% = Genius! Good Job!
90 to 94% = Excellent! Way above average!
85 to 89% = Good and Above Average!
80 to 84% = Fair and Above Average
75 to 79% = Average
Below 74% = Below Average: Needs Work!
Thank you for taking this test. I love you because you love my Best Friend, King Jesus or you would not have bothered to take this test. Though I may not know you today, look me up when Jesus gathers his own together (at the LAST Trump; not the first). He will never let you down if you keep the faith and continue to follow the Great King into his real and soon-coming Kingdom of which you will be a Cabinet Member. He is preparing you for just such a position. That is the purpose of life. All men press into it.
So, how did you do? Now you are ready to learn even more about Jesus.
Study Primer 3, the Prophecies about his first coming, about his second coming, about the End of the age and what happens after that. He is the wisest of all, way greater than Solomon (Matthew 12:42). Study to show yourself approved unto God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. (2 Tim. 2:15)
Recommended reading would include my Book entitled: 'WHY JESUS MATTERS NOW' It is an easy to read 30 day adventure through Jesus’ life and times woven together from the 4 Gospels, the book of Acts and the Book of Revelation, to give the reader a clearer view of Jesus as never before seen exactly in this way.
Get it, while time still remains or read it right here. May I suggest you don’t just skim it; really study him, what he did, what he taught and to whom. Try to get a sense of his genius, why he did and said what he did. You will be amazed! And you will come to know the Great King as never before.
You will be able to prepare for your astonishing future. Restudy daily to stay fresh. Take the JESUS IQ TEST and first study its 3 Primers over and over. Expect many surprises… You may never cease to learn new things about our Wonderful Savior King every time you do this. May God richly bless and keep you for all time to come. See you ‘on the Rock’! (…for they drank of that spiritual Rock that followed them: and that Rock was Christ. See 1 Cor. 10:1-4.)
