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What is the famous passage in Ephesians that describes believers being saved by grace through faith?
A) Ephesians 1:3-14
B) Ephesians 2:1-10
C) Ephesians 3:14-21
D) Ephesians 4:1-16

Why is John 3:16 the most famous Bible verse, and what does it really mean?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I have seen major leaguers, football stars and Hollywood icons wear John 3:16 on their faces, T-shirts, hats, and jackets, but it doesn’t make sense with how some of them conduct their lives. It seems doubtful that they understand what it means. Why is John 3:16 the most famous Bible verse, and ...Read more
What is the famous passage in Micah that describes the birthplace of the Messiah?
A) Micah 2:1-13
B) Micah 3:1-12
C) Micah 4:1-13
D) Micah 5:1-15
What was the name of the tribe of Israel that David belonged to?
A) Benjamin
B) Judah
C) Levi
D) Simeon

Why do human beings strive for something that will never come?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: It seems futile to hope for peace in this world. Things just get worse by the year. Why do human beings strive for something that will never come? – I.P.
A: There is a well-known story about Jim Elliott and four other missionaries who lost their lives to the fierce Auca people of Ecuador. The ...Read more
Who is traditionally believed to be the author of the First Timothy?
A) Paul
B) Peter
C) James
D) John
What is the famous passage in Jeremiah that describes the fate of Judah?
A) Jeremiah 4:1-4
B) Jeremiah 7:1-15
C) Jeremiah 29:1-10
D) Jeremiah 52:1-11
What is the main theme of the First Thessalonians?
A) Repentance and forgiveness
B) God's justice and righteousness
C) Encouragement in the face of persecution and the hope of Christ's return
D) The establishment of the kingdom of God
What is the famous passage in Hosea that describes God's unfailing love?
A) Hosea 2:14-23
B) Hosea 4:1-19
C) Hosea 7:1-16
D) Hosea 11:1-11

I do want to belong to Jesus and do something for Him
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I went to a vacation Bible school, and I learned a lot about things that happen in space. One of the lessons was about God sending us a lifeline. I still don’t understand how that’s possible, but I do want to belong to Jesus and do something for Him. – L.L.
A: In the early years of the space ...Read more
Who is the author of the Book of Haggai?
A) Haggai
B) Nahum
C) Micah
D) Obadiah
What was the name of the king of Judah who was carried away into Babylon but was later released?
A) Jehoiachin
B) Zedekiah
C) Ahaz
D) Manasseh

Catholic priest who worked in Orlando faces child abuse accusations, lawsuit
ORLANDO, Fla. — A Catholic priest who worked in Orlando churches for more than a decade faces sexual abuse accusations from sheriff’s investigators and a lawsuit that accuses him of grooming and then abusing a child for years.
Father George Zina, who now works as a pastor at a church in Roanoke, VA, denies any wrongdoing, according to the ...Read more

How can I use the blessings I’ve had to help others consider their own relationships?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: My elderly father died several months ago, and I miss him so much. He was fortunate to have lived a long and healthy life up until the very end. He was an encouragement to me, and no matter what was happening, he was my rock of stability and was such a testimony for the Lord. I know I’ll see him ...Read more
What is the central theme of the Song of Solomon?
A) The beauty of nature
B) The majesty of God
C) The power of love
D) The importance of wisdom
What was the name of the king who succeeded David and built the first temple in Jerusalem?
A) Solomon
B) Rehoboam
C) Jeroboam
D) Asa

The God Squad: More insights on forgiveness
Q: Thank you for your helpful columns, Rabbi. I don't recall where I heard this, but it changed my perspective on forgiveness. (And there have been incidents in my life where I struggled with what I thought forgiveness entailed.) The person said, "Forgiveness is giving up your right to get even with the person, when you have the power to do ...Read more

How do I become more like Jesus?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I wish I could see things from God’s eyes instead of mine. I feel like I concentrate more on trying to be good than being good. How do I become more like Jesus? – G.P.
A: Those who have flown in an airplane know that planet Earth looks much different from high in the air than from the ground. ...Read more
What is another name for the Song of Solomon?
A) The Song of Songs
B) The Song of Solomon and Bathsheba
C) The Love Song of King David
D) The Proverb of Love
What was the penalty for eating unclean animals?
A) Excommunication from the community
B) A fine of two shekels
C) Death
D) Public shaming
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