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Guided Bible Studies for Hungry ChristiansJames - The Pillar of Working Faithful Worksheet 1Worksheet for Introduction to the General Epistle of James (Part 1)And when James, Cephas, and John, who seemed to be pillars, perceived the grace that was given unto me, they gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship; that we [should go] unto the heathen, and they unto the circumcision. (Ga 2:9 AV) |
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1. What type of document is JAMES classified as? (Title) A. GospelB. Book C. Epistle D. All of the above 2. What “Old Testament” book is James sometimes compared to?(Intro notes) A. PsalmsB. Proverbs C. Daniel D. Exodus 3. What is JAMES commentary on? (Intro notes) A. The teachings of Jesus ChristB. The laws of the LORD GOD C. The crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus Christ D. The prophesies concerning the Day of Judgment 4. Where do many of the ideas and phrases contained in James originate from? (Intro notes) A. The Song of SolomonB. The hypocrite speech spoken to the Pharisees by Jesus Christ C. The Sermon on the Mount spoken by Jesus Christ to his disciples D. Paul’s many epistles contained within the Word of God 5. What themes are present in the Epistle of JAMES? (Intro notes) A. FaithB. Works C. Salvation D. Judgment E. A & B F. C & D G. All of the above 6. How is the author of JAMES identified? (Intro notes) A. JamesB. James, the son of Alphaeus C. James, the brother of Judas D. James, the brother of John E. James, the brother of Jesus 7. How many candidates are eligible to be declared the author of JAMES? (Intro notes) A. OneB. Two C. Three D. Four 8. Why is it unlikely that James, the son of Alphaeus authored the Epistle of JAMES? Mark 3:19; 15:40 (1) (May be more than one answer)A. He is referred to as the “Less” B. He was known for his stature of dignity C. He was insignificant in early church history D. He is virtually unknown. E. He was martyred at an early time in church history F. He was well known G. He was prominent in church affairs H. He possesses all of the qualities of the author of JAMES I. The writings in JAMES are consistent with the spiritual struggles he faced J. He was the brother if Judas Iscariot, the betrayer of Jesus Christ K. He was the one and only James referred by his name alone 9. Why is it unlikely that James, the brother of Judas, authored the Epistle of JAMES? Luke 6:16 (2) (May be more than one answer)A. He is referred to as the “Less” B. He was known for his stature of dignity C. He was insignificant in early church history D. He is virtually unknown. E. He was martyred at an early time in church history F. He was well known G. He was prominent in church affairs H. He possesses all of the qualities of the author of JAMES I. The writings in JAMES are consistent with the spiritual struggles he faced J. He was the brother if Judas Iscariot, the betrayer of Jesus Christ K. He was the one and only James referred by his name alone 10. Why is it unlikely that James, the brother of John, authored the Epistle of JAMES? Acts 12:1-3 (3) (May be more than one answer) A. He is referred to as the “Less”B. He was known for his stature of dignity C. He was insignificant in early church history D. He is virtually unknown. E. He was martyred at an early time in church history F. He was well known G. He was prominent in church affairs H. He possesses all of the qualities of the author of JAMES I. The writings in JAMES are consistent with the spiritual struggles he faced J. He was the brother if Judas Iscariot, the betrayer of Jesus Christ K. He was the one and only James referred by his name alone 11. Why is it likely that James, the half brother of Jesus Christ, authored the Epistle of JAMES? Acts 12:1-3 (3) (May be more than one answer) A. He is referred to as the “Less”B. He was known for his stature of dignity C. He was insignificant in early church history D. He is virtually unknown. E. He was martyred at an early time in church history F. He was well known G. He was prominent in church affairs H. He possesses all of the qualities of the author of JAMES I. The writings in JAMES are consistent with the spiritual struggles he faced J. He was the brother if Judas Iscariot, the betrayer of Jesus Christ K. He was the one and only James referred by his name alone 12. Who had the stature of a “pillar” to Paul? Galatians 2:9-15 (6) (May be more than one answer)A. James B. Peter C. John D. Barnabas 13. (Essay) What characteristics does a “pillar” represent in a Christian? Galatians 2:9-15 (6) 14. What is the other name that Peter is known by in the Word of God? Galatians 2:9-15 (6) A. PaulB. Cephas C. Pope D. Jude 15. Who was with Paul when they met the three workers of Christ? Galatians 2:9-15 (6) A. BarnabasB. Barabbas C. Barney D. Barbie 16. What did Paul think about this confident authority that James and the others displayed to him? Galatians 2:9-15 (7) (May be more than one answer)A. It caused him some concern that his brothers in Christ were acting superior to him B. It caused him some worry that they were trying to take over his ministry territory C. It gave him the ability to recognize his fellow brothers and workers in Christ D. It allowed him to know that they were superior in ranking, and in authority over him 17. How did the five Christian workers greet each other? Galatians 2:9-15 (7) A. With kisses and hugsB. With the handshake of right hands C. With the drawing of fishes with their feet in the sand D. All of the above 18. What were the men able to recognize about each other when they met? Galatians 2:9-15 (7-8) (May be more than one answer)A. Human frailty B. Sins of their nature C. Authority and honor in Christ’s Kingdom D. Leader of churches and religious institutions E. Had the ability to perceive and understand things spiritual 19. What word best describes the ability for a Christian to see and gain understanding? Galatians 2:9-15 (8) A. KnowledgeB. Wisdom C. Perception D. All of the above 20. What must a Christian have to obtain the “knowledge” of the LORD GOD’s Grace? Galatians 2:9-15 (8) (May be more than one answer)A. The LORD GOD must first give the Christian the ability to see and understand B. The Christian must know the loving kindness of the LORD GOD C. The Christian must be able recognize the gift of the LORD GOD’s Grace D. All of the above 21. What is the definition of the LORD GOD’s Grace? Galatians 2:9-15 (Footnote) A. The salvation and redemption of a sinnerB. The forgiveness of sins through a contrite heart C. The cleansing and rebirth of a sinner into the Kingdom of God D. An undeserved gift of the LORD GOD to a person that places divine influence upon his heart 22. (Let’s Talk)Why is it important for each of us to strive to walk as “pillars” among our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ? 23. What did the five men discuss in their meeting? Galatians 2:9-15 (9) A. The sins of the worldB. Then anger and violence that they were facing among the heathen population C. The problems with the Pharisees and the Jewish leaders D. The division of their ministry 24. Who was the partner of Paul in his ministry? Galatians 2:9-15 (9) A. BarnabasB. James C. Peter D. John 25. What ministry did Paul accept at the division between the men? Galatians 2:9-15 (9) A. Ministry of GentilesB. Ministry of the Jewish Tribes of Israel C. Ministry of the Christian Churches D. All of the above 26. What ministry did James, Peter and John assume? Galatians 2:9-15 (9) A. Ministry of GentilesB. Ministry of the Jewish Tribes of Israel C. Ministry of the Christian Churches D. All of the above 27. What is another term used to describe the people that James, Peter and John would teach? Galatians 2:9-15 (9) A. People of GraceB. People of the Roman Catholic Church C. People of circumcision D. People of Peter’s Church 28. What specific doctrine were all five men teaching? Galatians 2:9-15 (9) A. The Foundation of Jesus ChristB. The Doctrine of Christ’s Church C. The Doctrine of Man D. The Doctrine of Law and Obedience to the LORD GOD 29. What is a common term that is associated with Gentiles? Galatians 2:9-15 (10) (May be more than one answer)A. Heathen B. Common C. Worldly D. Relatives of Christians E. Relatives of Jews F. All of the above 30. What type of tradition and belief did the Gentiles hold? Galatians 2:9-15 (10) A. NoneB. Worship of false pagan gods C. Worship of the LORD GOD exclusively through the obeying of His Laws D. Sunday morning church, Wednesday night Bible Studies 31. What type of tradition and belief did the Jewish Tribes of Israel practice? Galatians 2:9-15 (11) A. NoneB. Worship of false pagan gods C. Worship of the LORD GOD exclusively through the obeying of His Laws D. The Catholic Faith of Roman oppressors 32. What focus did all five men hold in common concerning their ministries? Galatians 2:9-15 (12) A. Feeding the poor people the Living Word of Jesus ChristB. Feeding the rich people the Living Word of Jesus Christ C. Feeding the religious people the Living Word of Jesus Christ D. Feed the leaders of the people the Living Word of Jesus Christ 33. Why are we studying Galatians to learn about James? Galatians 2:9-15 (12) (May be more than one answer)A. The Teacher got the wrong chapter B. A serious mistake that Peter made during this time, might well have contributed to development of the Epistle written by James C. The Epistle of James places a tremendous spiritual focus on the expectations of the LORD GOD in the working faith of a Christian, and the precautions needed to be taken to go out into the world, things these five men should have considered before assuming their works in faith D. The Epistle of Galatians comes right before James in our Bibles |
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MLA Style Citation: About the Author Kathy L. McFarland is a Becker Bible Studies Teacher and Author of Guided Bible Studies for Hungry Christians. She is Idaho State Coordinator for Huck PAC, Religious Studies student of Liberty University, Hebrew language student attending Israeli taught Ulpan, and a Homeschool parent teaching the things of God. She is also well-known as a child advocate of innocent children tortured and suffering from the abuse of sexual perversion, out-of-control violence, and pathetic neglect by a carnal world gone mad. |
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