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