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Epistle of James - Quiz
Contributed by: Barker
  • 1. What is the primary theme of the Epistle of James?
A) Faith and works
B) Grace alone
C) End times
D) Predestination
  • 2. Who is traditionally believed to be the author of the Epistle of James?
A) James, the brother of Jesus
B) Peter
C) John
D) Paul
  • 3. Which of the following is emphasized as a key aspect of true religion in James?
A) Caring for orphans and widows
B) Observance of the Law of Moses
C) Sacrifices and rituals
D) Speaking in tongues
  • 4. In James 1:2-4, what attitude does James encourage believers to adopt during trials?
A) Anger
B) Joy
C) Frustration
D) Despair
  • 5. What does James say about faith without works?
A) It is effective
B) It is dead
C) It is strong
D) It is incomplete
  • 6. What metaphor does James use to describe the tongue?
A) A light
B) A shield
C) A sword
D) A fire
  • 7. In what chapter does James speak about the need for wisdom?
A) Chapter 1
B) Chapter 3
C) Chapter 2
D) Chapter 5
  • 8. What does James say is the source of conflicts among believers?
A) False teachings
B) Desires that battle within them
C) External persecution
D) Lack of faith
  • 9. What is described as a 'mirror' in James 1:23-25?
A) The teachings of Jesus
B) The law of God
C) The traditions of the Israelites
D) The wisdom of the elders
  • 10. What does James say about being a hearer of the word?
A) Be doers of the word
B) It leads to condemnation
C) Hearing is the same as doing
D) Knowledge is enough
  • 11. Which chapter contains the passage on patience in suffering?
A) Chapter 4
B) Chapter 3
C) Chapter 1
D) Chapter 5
  • 12. How are the prayers of a righteous person described?
A) Powerful and effective
B) Weak and unresponsive
C) Ineffective but faithful
D) Dependable but slow
  • 13. What is the role of faith according to James?
A) To separate from the world
B) To demonstrate through works
C) To rest without action
D) To promote knowledge
  • 14. What does James advise regarding anger?
A) Justify your anger
B) Hold onto anger
C) Be slow to anger
D) Express anger freely
  • 15. According to James, what does the faith of demons illustrate?
A) Demons know God better
B) All faith is valid
C) Faith should exist in fear
D) That faith without action is useless
  • 16. What does James say about the prayer of faith in healing?
A) It has no real effect
B) It is only symbolic
C) It will save the sick
D) It may help
  • 17. What should believers do if they stray from the truth?
A) Bring them back
B) Ignore them
C) Leave them alone
D) Condemn them
  • 18. What does James say about boasting about tomorrow?
A) It is wise
B) It is unnecessary
C) It is arrogant
D) It is a sign of faith
  • 19. What are the 'two legs' of faith that James emphasizes?
A) Knowledge and wisdom
B) Prayer and fasting
C) Love and grace
D) Belief and action
  • 20. What fruit is spoken of in James 3 relating to wisdom?
A) Peace
B) Pride
C) Power
D) Wealth
  • 21. What should be the believer's response to trials, according to James?
A) Ignore them
B) Complaining about them
C) Count it all joy
D) Flee from them
  • 22. To whom is the Epistle of James primarily addressed?
A) The Romans
B) Jewish Christians
C) Gentile Christians
D) The Corinthians
  • 23. According to James 1:5, what should believers ask God for?
A) Health
B) Wisdom
C) Strength
D) Riches
  • 24. What metaphor does James use to describe a person who hears the word but does not do it?
A) A man looking at his face in a mirror
B) A wandering star
C) A ship at sea
D) A lost sheep
  • 25. Which commandment does James reference in relation to loving others?
A) Honor your father and mother
B) Do not steal
C) You shall have no other gods
D) You shall love your neighbor as yourself
  • 26. According to James, what should believers do if they are in trouble?
A) Worry
B) Ask for advice
C) Isolate themselves
D) Pray
  • 27. Who does James say should be an example in suffering?
A) The prophets
B) The educated
C) The kings
D) The wealthy
  • 28. What metaphor does James use for human life?
A) A river
B) A mist
C) A tree
D) A mountain
  • 29. How should believers respond to their plans for the future?
A) By making declarations
B) Without worry
C) With certainty
D) If the Lord wills
  • 30. What did James say about mercy?
A) Mercy triumphs over judgment
B) Mercy is only for the weak
C) Mercy is unnecessary
D) Judgment is more important
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