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THE BIBLE – LAW AND GOSPEL5Who wrote the Bible?(2 Peter 1:21) for prophecy never came by the will of man, but holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Spirit.

10What are the Holy Scriptures able to do for us, even from childhood?(2 Timothy 3:15) and that from childhood you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.

15In what ways are the inspired Scriptures “profitable”?(2 Timothy 3:16) All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness

20For what purpose did God cause the words of the Bible to be written?(John 20:31) but these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in His name.

25How does Jesus sum up the two tables of the Law?(Matthew 22:37,39) Jesus said to him, “‘You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’ And the second is like it: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’”

30What is the power of God unto salvation?(Romans 1:16) For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes.

35What is the “Gospel in a Sentence”?(John 3:16) For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
1ST COMM40Who alone should we worship and serve?(Matthew 4:10) ‘You shall worship the LORD your God, and Him only you shall serve.’

45What is our “Great Commission” from Jesus?(Matthew 28:19-20) “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

50How does the LORD feel about sharing His glory with false God’s?(Isaiah 42:8) I am the LORD, that is My name; And My glory I will not give to another, Nor My praise to carved images.

55Whom can we trust to help us find our way?(Psalm 37:5) Commit your way to the LORD, Trust also in Him, And He shall bring it to pass.
2ND COMM60Why should we give thanks to the Lord?(Psalm 118:1) Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever.

65What does God say about cursing that comes from our mouths?(James 3:10) Out of the same mouth proceed blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not to be so.

70What’s so dangerous about false prophets?(Matthew 7:15) Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.

75What should I tell my soul each morning?(Psalm 103:1-2) Bless the LORD, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name! Bless the LORD, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits:
3RD COMM80Why is hearing the Word of God so important?(Luke 11:28) “Blessed are those who hear the word of God and keep it!”

85How should we feel about going to the Lord’s house?(Psalms 122:1) I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go into the house of the LORD.”

95How does the Lord encourage us to use His Word, and sing psalms and hymns together?(Colossians 3:16) Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.

100If we “hear” (listen to) Jesus’ representatives, whom are we really listening to?(Luke 10:16) “He who hears you hears Me, he who rejects you rejects Me, and he who rejects Me rejects Him who sent Me.”

105What should we not forsake, especially since the Last Day is approaching?(Hebrews 10:25) not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching.

110What do children owe their parents?(Ephesians 6:1) Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.
4TH COMM115Where do the “governing authorities” get their power?(Romans 13:1) Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God.

120What should we say if we’re told to do something contrary to God’s Word?(Acts 5:29) We ought to obey God rather than men.

125Who controls the “times” of a person’s birth and death?(Psalms 31:15) My times are in Your hand; Deliver me from the hand of my enemies, And from those who persecute me.
5TH COMM130How serious of a sin is it to hate your brother (or any other person)?(1 John 3:15) Whoever hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life abiding in him.

135What should happen to a person who sheds man’s blood?(Genesis 9:6) “Whoever sheds man’s blood, By man his blood shall be shed; For in the image of God He made man.

140With what words can we pray when our hearts need cleansing?(Psalm 51:10) Create in me a clean heart, O God, And renew a steadfast spirit within me.
6TH COMM145When God joins a husband and wife together, how long should that last?(Matthew 19:6) “So then, they are no longer two but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let not man separate.”

150What “heritage” is a great blessing from God for a family?(Psalm 127:3) Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, The fruit of the womb is a reward.

155What kind of love should a husband have for his wife?(Ephesians 5:25) Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her.

160What kind of love should a wife have for her husband?(Ephesians 5:22,23) Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. For the husband is head of the wife, as also Christ is head of the church;

165When is sex right and when is it wrong?(Hebrews 13:4) Marriage is honorable among all, and the bed undefiled; but fornicators and adulterers God will judge.
7TH COMM170To whom does everything in the earth belong?(Psalms 24:1) The earth is the Lord’s, and all its fullness, The world and those who dwell therein.

175What should happen to the person who refuses to work?(2 Thessalonians 3:10) If anyone will not work, neither shall he eat.

180How should each person give to the church?(2 Corinthians 9:7) So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver.

185What in this world is more valuable than riches of silver and gold?(Proverbs 22:1) A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, Loving favor rather than silver and gold.

190Where does the Bible forbid us to hurt others by the words we speak?(James 4:11) Do not speak evil of one another, brethren.

195Instead of lying, how are we to speak with our neighbor?(Ephesians 4:25) Therefore, putting away lying, “Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbor,” for we are members of one another.
9-10 COMM200What promise of God should make us content with the things that we have?(Hebrews 13:5) Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”

205What kinds of things are found in a sinful human heart?(Matthew 15:19) “For out of the heart proceed evil thoughts, murders, adulteries, fornications, thefts, false witness, blasphemies.”

210What was our Savior’s warning about coveting?(Luke 12:15) And He said to them, “Take heed and beware of covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses.”

215What is the danger of the desire for riches?(1 Timothy 6:9-10) Those who desire to be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and harmful lusts which drown men in destruction and perdition. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, for which some have strayed from the faith in their greediness, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.
CONCLUSION – SIN220With what words can we pray when our hearts need cleansing?(Psalms 51:10) Create in me a clean heart, O God, And renew a steadfast spirit within me.

225Why does a Christian love God?(1 Jn 4:19) We love Him because He first loved us.

230Where does Scripture say “if you break one commandment, you’ve broken them all?”(James 2:10) For whoever shall keep the whole law, and yet stumble in one point, he is guilty of all.

235What can the “deeds of the Law” NOT do for us — and what CAN they do for us?(Romans 3:20) Therefore by the deeds of the law no flesh will be justified in His sight, for by the law is the knowledge of sin.

240Where can we look for direction in this life, as well as direction to eternal life?(Psalm 119:105) Your word is a lamp to my feet And a light to my path.

245Why was Jesus wounded and bruised?(Is. 53:5) He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed.

250If God gave us what we deserved, what would our wages be?(Romans 6:23) For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
1ST ART255What does the first verse of the Bible say about where all things came from?(Genesis 1:1) In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.

260What, by faith, do we know about how God created the world?(Hebrews 11:3) By faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that the things which are seen were not made of things which are visible.

265What is faith?(Hebrews 11:1) Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.

270What did Adam do that affected all people of all time?(Romans 5:12) Through one man sin entered the world, and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men, because all sinned;

275What special protectors does God send to help us?(Psalms 91:11) He shall give His angels charge over you, To keep you in all your ways.

280Who is it that can be confident that all things are working for their good?(Romans 8:28) And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.
2ND ART – A285What was the first promise of the Savior, spoken in the Garden of Eden?(Genesis 3:15) And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your seed and her Seed; He shall bruise your head, and you shall bruise His heel.

290Which Old Testament passage foretold Jesus’ virgin birth?(Isaiah 7:14) “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel.

295How did God fulfill His promises of a Savior when the fullness of time had come?(Galatians 4:4-5) But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son , born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, that we might receive the adoption as sons.

300Which New Testament passage says that Jesus never changes?(Hebrews 13:8) Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.

305Where does the Bible say that ALL of God dwells in Jesus’ body?(Colossians 2:9) For in Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily;

310How much honor should Jesus receive, compared to God the Father?(John 5:23) “that all should honor the Son just as they honor the Father. He who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him.”

315Who is the only one who can go to the Father for us, to make things right?(1 Timothy 2:5-6) For there is one God and one Mediator between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus.

320How do we know that salvation can come only through the name of Jesus?(Acts 4:12) “Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.”
2ND ART – B325What hope is there for us who fall short of the glory of God?(Romans 3:23-24) for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, being justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.

330What is the world’s greatest stain remover?(1 John 1:7) The blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin.

335Where did Jesus call his death a “ransom”?(Mark 10:45) “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.”

340Who is our “Advocate,” who became the “propitiation” for our our sins?(1 John 2:1-2) My little children, these things I write to you, so that you may not sin. And if anyone sins, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous. And He Himself is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the whole world.

345What is our “Great Commission” from Jesus?(Matthew 28:19-20) “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

350Who bought you and your body, and now is the true owner?(1 Corinthians 6:20) For you were bought at a price; therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s.
2ND ART – C355How much good can a person find in our sinful nature?(Romans 7:18) For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh) nothing good dwells; for to will is present with me, but how to perform what is good I do not find.

360How did God reconcile the world to Himself?(2 Corinthians 5:19) God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not imputing their trespasses to them, and has committed to us the word of reconciliation.

365It’s easy to love those who are good to you — why is God’s love so special?(Romans 5:8) But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

370What’s the best answer to the question “What must I do to be saved?”(Acts 16:31) So they said, “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household.”
3RD ART – A375What is the only way that someone can truly say that Jesus is Lord?(1 Corinthians 12:3) Therefore I make known to you that no one speaking by the Spirit of God calls Jesus accursed, and no one can say that Jesus is Lord except by the Holy Spirit.

380Who do we need to know in order to have eternal life?(John 17:3) And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.

385Where does faith come from?(Romans 10:17) So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.

390How do Jesus’ sheep know whom to follow?(John 10:27,28) “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out of My hand.”

395What are the Holy Scriptures able to do for us, even from childhood?(2 Timothy 3:15) and that from childhood you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.

400How much of our salvation depends on US?(Ephesians 2:8-9) For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.
3RD ART – B405Who’s glory should we be working for in everything we do?(1 Corinthians 10:31) Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.

410Where does the Lord urge us not to be “conformed,” but rather “transformed”?(Romans 12:2) And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.

415What do we miss out on if we “love the world”?(1 John 2:15) Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him.

420What’s so dangerous about false prophets?(Matthew 7:15) Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.

425What kind of people are very blessed?(Luke 11:28) “Blessed are those who hear the word of God and keep it!”

450What is the difference between those who will be saved and those who will be condemned?(Mark 16:15-16) Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature. “He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned.

455How do we know that Jesus is present when a group of believers gather in His name?(Matthew 18:20) “For where two or three are gathered together in My name, I am there in the midst of them.”

460What does God say about fellowship with those who teach differently than the Bible does?(Romans 16:17) Now I urge you, brethren, note those who cause divisions and offenses, contrary to the doctrine which you learned, and avoid them.
3RD ART – C470Where does Jesus promise us a “mansion”?(John 14:2,3) “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. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also.”

475How much good can a person find in our sinful nature?(Romans 7:18) For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh) nothing good dwells; for to will is present with me, but how to perform what is good I do not find.

480What is the difference between those who will be saved and those who will be condemned?(Mark 16:15-16) “He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned.

485What must we conclude about how a person is justified?(Romans 3:28) Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith apart from the deeds of the law.

490Where does Jesus say that even if we die, we shall live?(John 11:25-26) I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die.

495Why should we be always ready for Jesus’ return?(Matthew 24:44) “Therefore you also be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.”
BAPTISM500What is our “Great Commission” from Jesus?(Matthew 28:19-20) “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

505Where does the Bible promise the gift of the Holy Spirit with repentance and baptism?(Acts 2:38-39) “Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For the promise is to you and to your children, and to all who are afar off, as many as the Lord our God will call.”

510What is the difference between those who will be saved and those who will be condemned?(Mark 16-16) “He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned.”

515How much good can a person find in our sinful nature?(Romans 7:18) For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh) nothing good dwells; for to will is present with me, but how to perform what is good I do not find.

520Where does the Bible say that we have sin even before we are born?(Psalms 51:5) Behold, I was brought forth in iniquity, And in sin my mother conceived me.

525How are we made “sons of God”?
. . .and, how does our baptism help us?		(Galatians 3:26-27) You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ.
COMMUNION – A530Where does Jesus compare Himself and His believers to a grapevine?(John 15:5) “I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing.

535What was David’s prayer for God’s tender mercies?(Psalm 51:1) Have mercy upon me, O God, according to Your lovingkindness; according to the multitude of Your tender mercies, blot out my transgressions.

540What kind of communion (sharing) goes on with the wine and bread in the Lord’s Supper?(1 Corinthians 10:16) The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ?

545Why should a person examine his heart before going to communion?(1 Corinthians 11:28-29) Let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of the bread and drink of the cup. For he who eats and drinks in an unworthy manner eats and drinks judgment to himself, not discerning the Lord’s body.
COMMUNION – B550What is Jesus invitation to those who labor and are heavy laden?(Matthew 11:28-29) “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”

555What does God say about fellowship with those who teach differently than the Bible does?(Romans 16:17) Now I urge you, brethren, note those who cause divisions and offenses, contrary to the doctrine which you learned, and avoid them.

560Who are those who are Jesus’ “disciples indeed”?(John 8:31-32) “If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”

565What is the difference between those who will be saved and those who will be condemned?(Mark 16:16) Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature. “He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned.
KEYS AND CONFESSION570How should we feel about going to the Lord’s house?(Psalms 122:1) I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go into the house of the LORD.”

575Whom should we thank for His never-ending mercy?(Psalm 106:1) Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever.

580Where does Jesus give His disciples the authority to forgive or retain sins? (John 20:22-23) He breathed on them, and said to 580 them, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the
sins of any, they are forgiven them; if you retain the
sins of any, they are retained.” 

585If we “hear” (listen to) Jesus’ representatives, whom are we really listening to?(Luke 10:16) “He who hears you hears Me, he who rejects you rejects Me, and he who rejects Me rejects Him who sent Me.”
THE LORD’S PRAYER590What do we do to ourselves if we deny our sins? What does God do if we confess them?(1 John 1:8-9) If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

595What is far more reliable than trusting in our own heart or understanding?(Proverbs 3:5,6) Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths.

600What good does it do to ask, seek, and knock in prayer to God?(Matthew 7:7-8) “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.

605Where should we cast all of our heart’s burdens?(1 Peter 5:7) casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.

610Who is it that can be confident that all things are working for their good?(Romans 8:28) And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.

615Who bought you and your body, and now lives there?(1 Corinthians 6:19-20) For you were bought at a price; therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s.

620Why should we be on guard against the devil?(1 Peter 5:8) Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.

625To whom does every living thing look for daily food?(Psalms 145:15-16) The eyes of all look expectantly to You, And You give them their food in due season. You open Your hand And satisfy the desire of every living thing.

630How many things of this world should we need to be content?(1 Timothy 6:6-8) Now godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content.

635What very good reason does a Christian always have to be forgiving?(Ephesians 4:32) And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God in Christ forgave you.

640What did Jesus tell us to do to avoid entering into temptation?(Matthew 26:41) “Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”

645What does the Lord say will happen when we call upon Him in prayer?(Psalm 50:15) Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me.

650What will happen when pray in Jesus’ Name?(John 16:23) Most assuredly, I say to you, whatever you ask the Father in My name He will give you.