Photos from the Quiz Meet

Photos from Saturday's Bible Quiz Meet in Essex Fells, NJ, are up and ready for your viewing. Click on the image below to see the whole set.

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Reference Questions for Luke 24

Remember, the full list of Reference Questions can always be found in the sidebar or at this link.

Question: According to Luke 24:1, who went to the tomb?
Answer: On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb.

Question: According to Luke 24:5, why do you WHAT?
Answer: The men said to them, "Why do you look for the living among the dead?" (the men/two men in clothes that gleamed like lightning-- them/the women))

Question: According to Luke 24:6-7, remember what?
Answer: He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: 'The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.'

Question: According to Luke 24:7, the Son of Man must what?
Answer: 'The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.'

Question: According to Luke 24:24, who went to the tomb?
Answer: Some of our companions went to the tomb and found it just as the women had said, but him they did not see.

Question: According to Luke 24:39, look at what?
Answer: Look at my hands and my feet. It is I myself! Touch me and see; a ghost does not have flesh and bones, as you see I have.

Question: According to Luke 24:44, what must be fulfilled?
Answer: He said to them, "This is what I told you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets and the Psalms."

Question: According to Luke 24:46-47, what is written?
Answer: He told them, "This is what is written: The Christ will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance and forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem.

Question: According to Luke 24:49, stay where?
Answer: I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.

Heading home

Lunch & Gym Time

Quizzing

Opening Ceremonies

We're here!

And we're off!

Gathering...

Finish the Verse Questions for Luke 24

Remember, the full list of FTV's can always be found at this link.

Question: FTV: On the first day...
Answer: ...of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb. They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. (Luke 24:01-03)

Question: FTV: In their fright the women...
Answer: ...bowed down with their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, "Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: 'The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.'" (Luke 24:05-07)

Question: FTV: He said to them, "Why...
Answer: ...are you troubled, and why do doubts rise in your minds? Look at my hands and my feet. It is I myself! Touch me and see; a ghost does not have flesh and bones, as you see I have." (Luke 24:38-39)

Question: FTV: He said to them, "This...
Answer: ...is what I told you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets and the Psalms." (Luke 24:44)

Question: FTV: He told them, "This is...
Answer: ...what is written: The Christ will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance and forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things. (Luke 24:46-48)

Question: FTV: I am going to send...
Answer: ...you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high. (Luke 24:49)

Question: FTV: When he had led them...
Answer: ...out to the vicinity of Bethany, he lifted up his hands and blessed them. While he was blessing them, he left them and was taken up into heaven. (Luke 24:50-51)

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WEEK 30: Study Luke 24

This week (March 26 thru April 1), please study Luke 24.

If you want to read the chapter online, click here. (Free website Biblegateway.Com)

DOWNLOAD: Click here to download the MP3 for Luke 24. (Password is "quizpad" without the quotes.)

If you'd like to read a commentary on the chapter, click here. (Free website, Biblegateway.Com)

Study Tip: This is our last week of new material. Be sure to spend extra time this week learning Chapter 24, so that when we begin to review, you have a solid base to work on. Otherwise, all of your time will have to be spent learning stuff that other quizzers already know.

Upcoming Events:
Saturday, March 28: Quiz Meet - Essex Fells, NJ

IMPORTANT: Updated MP3 for Luke 23

It has come to my attention that the MP3 posted on Thursday is incomplete. There was an issue with the download/upload of the file. Here is an updated file with the full audio. Sorry for any confusion.

Because you missed your comics fix on Friday...

Great Art from Luke 23

Christ Before Pilate


Christ and Mary Magdelene


The Crucifiction


The Centurion under the Cross


The Entombment


Christ's Body in the Grave

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Plus Coach Matt scored 10 at the final quiz (1 right, 1 wrong).

Reference Questions for Luke 23

Remember, the full list of Reference Questions can always be found in the sidebar or at this link.

Question: According to Luke 23:2, they began to what?
Answer: They began to accuse him, saying, "We have found this man subverting our nation. He opposes payment of taxes to Caesar and claims to be Christ, a king." (they/the whole assembly - the council of the elders of the people, both the chief priests and teachers of the law, met together)

Question: According to Luke 23:11, who mocked him?
Answer: Then Herod and his soldiers ridiculed and mocked him. Dressing him in an elegant robe, they sent him back to Pilate.

Question: According to Luke 23:27, who followed him?
Answer: A large number of people followed him, including women who mourned and wailed for him.

Question: According to Luke 23:29, the time will come when what?
Answer: The time will come when you will say, 'Blessed are the barren women, the wombs that never bore and the breasts that never nursed!'

Question: According to Luke 23:36, who mocked him?
Answer: The soldiers also came up and mocked him. They offered him wine vinegar

Question: According to Luke 23:43, I tell you what truth?
Answer: Jesus answered him, "I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise."

Question: According to Luke 23:47, who praised God?
Answer: The centurion, seeing what had happened, praised God and said, "Surely this was a righteous man."

Question: According to Luke 23:49, who stood watching?
Answer: All those who knew him, including the women who had followed him from Galilee, stood at a distance, watching these things.

Finish the Verse Questions for Luke 23

Remember, the full list of FTV's can always be found at this link.

Question: FTV: When they came to...
Answer: ...the place called the Skull, there they crucified him, along with the criminals--one on his right, the other on his left. (Luke 23:33)

Question: FTV: Jesus said, "Father, forgive...
Answer: ...them, for they do not know what they are doing." And they divided up his clothes by casting lots. (Luke 23:34)

Question: FTV: It was now about the...
Answer: ...sixth hour, and darkness came over the whole land until the ninth hour, for the sun stopped shining. And the curtain of the temple was torn in two. (Luke 23:44-45)

Question: FTV: Jesus called out with...
Answer: ...a loud voice, "Father, into your hands I commit my spirit." When he had said this, he breathed his last. (Luke 23:46)

Fairfield County Bible Bee

We recently received notice that there will be a regional Bible Bee here in Fairfield County. This event will not have any cash prizes, but is a prerequisite if you are interested in competing at the NATIONAL Bible Bee in Washington DC.

The first nationwide bible bee is being held this year to encourage our youth to learn the Gospel and to be excited about their Christian faith.

It will provide a great opportunity for families to spend time together in preparation talking about what is most important: the Truth of Jesus Christ.

Signups are until April 30, and the event will be September 12. The location for all of southwestern CT is in Westport and there will be over 400 local competitions around the country.

The National Finalist event will be November 5-6 in Washington DC and there are prizes of $25,000 to $100,000 to be awarded, but everyone who participates and learns the Word of God recieves a blessing even greater.

For contact information, please see the attached image. Signups are ending April 30, so be sure to act quickly if you are interested.

This is NOT an official Quiz Team activity. Please note it is the same weekend as the Senior High Retreat, so parents and teens will have to choose one or the other.

WEEK 29: Study Luke 23

This week (March 19 thru March 25), please study Luke 23.

If you want to read the chapter online, click here. (Free website Biblegateway.Com)

DOWNLOAD: Click here to download the MP3 for Luke 23. (Password is "quizpad" without the quotes.)

If you'd like to read a commentary on the chapter, click here. (Free website, Biblegateway.Com)

Study Tip: Have you noticed that the make-up of our team is changing? As some of our top quizzers are moving away, this means the quizzers who are left have a real chance to make a difference. If you have been holding back, waiting for your chance to shine, this is it! Take extra time in the last two chapters to study and memorize the text. Then, you may have your chance to shine at Districts!

Upcoming Events:
Saturday, March 28: Quiz Meet - Essex Fells, NJ

IMPORTANT: Reference Question Correction

We just recieved notice of a correction to the Reference Question list.

Question: According to Luke 20:17, what is written?
Answer: Jesus looked directly at them and asked, "Then what is the meaning of that which is written: "'The stone the builders rejected has become the capstone '? Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken to pieces, but he on whom it falls will be crushed."

Previously, this reference was for Luke 20:17-18.

Pictures from the Montgomery Arts Festival

Photos from this weekend's arts festival are up! Click on the image below for the whole set.

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Reference Questions for Luke 22:39-71

Remember, the full list of Reference Questions can always be found in the sidebar or at this link.

Question: According to Luke 22:39, Jesus went out to what?
Answer: Jesus went out as usual to the Mount of Olives, and his disciples followed him.

Question: According to Luke 22:40, pray that what?
Answer: Pray that you will not fall into temptation.

Question: According to Luke 22:43, who appeared to him?
Answer: An angel from heaven appeared to him and strengthened him. (him/Jesus)

Question: According to Luke 22:47, while he was speaking, what happened?
Answer: While he was still speaking a crowd came up, and the man who was called Judas, one of the Twelve, was leading them. He approached Jesus to kiss him,

Question: According to Luke 22:69, the Son of Man will what?
Answer: From now on, the Son of Man will be seated at the right hand of the mighty God.

Doxology

Doxology
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Festival presents

Festival presents
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Closing ceremonies

Closing ceremonies
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Lunchtime

Lunchtime
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Duets!

Duets!
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Thinkers

Thinkers
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Brass explosion!

Brass explosion!
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Instrumentals, too

Instrumentals, too
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Competing!

Competing!
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Opening ceremonies

Opening ceremonies
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Arrival & Snacksl

Arrival & Snacksl
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Finish the Verse Questions for Luke 22:39-71

Remember, the full list of FTV's can always be found at this link.

Question: FTV: He withdrew about a stone's...
Answer: ......throw beyond them, knelt down and prayed, "Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done." An angel from heaven appeared to him and strengthened him. (Luke 22:41-43)

Question: FTV: But from now on,...
Answer: ...the Son of Man will be seated at the right hand of the mighty God. (Luke 22:69)

Hmmm... Now that Spring is here...

WEEK 28: Study Luke 22:39-71

This week (March 5 thru March 11), please study Luke 22:39-71.

If you want to read the chapter online, click here. (Free website Biblegateway.Com)

DOWNLOAD: Click here to download the MP3 for Luke 22. (Password is "quizpad" without the quotes.)

If you'd like to read a commentary on the chapter, click here. (Free website, Biblegateway.Com)

Study Tip: As we read about the last week of Jesus life, we are ALSO heading towards Easter. As you read about the triumphal entry, the last supper, the trial, the crucifixion, and the resurrection, realize that we are learning about the very basis for our celebration of Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday. This might be a way to stay motivated as the end-of-the-year crunch begins at school.

Upcoming Events:
Saturday, March 28: Quiz Meet - Essex Fells, NJ

Should a non-Christian read the Bible?

We know why it is important for a Christian to read the Bible, but what about non-Christians? One agnostic decided to try it out, and was surprised by what he learned.

While reading the Bible, I often felt as if I had finally lifted a veil from my eyes. I learned that I hadn't known the true nature of God's conflict with Job, which is the ur-text of all subsequent discussions of obedience and faith. I realized I was ignorant of the story of Ruth. I was unaware of the radical theology of Ecclesiastes, the source of so many of our ideas about the good life. I didn't know who Jezebel was, or why we loathe her, or why she is the painted lady, or even that she was married to Ahab.

Scripture says that God's word does not return to Him void. Reading the Bible is beneficial for everyone, especially anyone who wants to understand Western civilization.

The Bible and Sports

The Washington Post has up an interesting interview with Ritchie McKay, coach of basketball at Liberty University, and how his Christian faith has impacted his life and his coaching methods.

Do you feel that being a Christian helps you be a better coach?
Oh yeah, no question. If you're in coaching, you have a position that is one of influence. You get a chance to lead young people. I think for me, that's a privilege. So if I can invest in the life of or lives of our players, and do it without an agenda of just their performance, but actually be an example for them, then, boy, that's a very, very rewarding opportunity.

Do you feel that being a Christian has hurt you as a coach?
Never.

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Reference Questions for Luke 22:1-38

Remember, the full list of Reference Questions can always be found in the sidebar or at this link.

Question: According to Luke 22:2, the chief priests and the teachers of the law were what?
Answer: The chief priests and the teachers of the law were looking for some way to get rid of Jesus, for they were afraid of the people.

Question: According to Luke 22:16, I tell you what?
Answer: For I tell you, I will not eat it again until it finds fulfillment in the kingdom of God. (it/this Passover)

Question: According to Luke 22:17, he gave thanks when?
Answer: After taking the cup, he gave thanks and said, "Take this and divide it among you."

Question: According to Luke 22:18, I tell you what?
Answer: I tell you I will not drink again of the fruit of the vine until the kingdom of God comes.

Question: According to Luke 22:22, the Son of Man will what?
Answer: The Son of Man will go as it has been decreed, but woe to that man who betrays him.

Question: According to Luke 22:22, woe to whom?
Answer: The Son of Man will go as it has been decreed, but woe to that man who betrays him.

Question: According to Luke 22:23, they began to what?
Answer: They began to question among themselves which of them it might be who would do this. (they/His apostles)

Question: According to Luke 22:34, I tell you what?
Answer: Jesus answered, "I tell you, Peter, before the rooster crows today, you will deny three times that you know me."

Question: According to Luke 22:37, what is written?
Answer: It is written: 'And he was numbered with the transgressors' ; and I tell you that this must be fulfilled in me. Yes, what is written about me is reaching its fulfillment."

Finish the Verse Questions for Luke 22:1-38

Remember, the full list of FTV's can always be found at this link.

Question: FTV: And he took bread,...
Answer: ...gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, "This is my body given for you; do this in remembrance of me." (Luke 22:19)

Question: FTV: In the same way, after...
Answer: ...the supper he took the cup, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you. (Luke 22:20)

Question: FTV: But you are not...
Answer: ...to be like that. Instead, the greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who rules like the one who serves. (Luke 22:26)

Question: FTV: It is written: 'And he...
Answer: ...was numbered with the transgressors' ; and I tell you that this must be fulfilled in me. Yes, what is written about me is reaching its fulfillment." (Luke 22:37)

Every Quizzer Knows this Pain

WEEK 27: Study Luke 22:1-38

This week (March 5 thru March 11), please study Luke 22:1-38.

If you want to read the chapter online, click here. (Free website Biblegateway.Com)

DOWNLOAD: Click here to download the MP3 for Luke 22. (Password is "quizpad" without the quotes.)

If you'd like to read a commentary on the chapter, click here. (Free website, Biblegateway.Com)

Study Tip: As we move ahead each week, are you finding yourself forgetting what you learned in the past week? While we DO have some review weeks coming up, they will NOT be before the next Quiz Meet. Each week, dedicate some time to reviewing the earlier chapters. Take one day (I recommend Sunday) skimming thru the book of Luke, looking to reacquaint yourself with the major stories and distinctive phrases. And as you learn the NEW chapters, try to remember how they fit into the overall story.

Upcoming Events:
Saturday, March 28: Quiz Meet - Essex Fells, NJ

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Coach Matt's Photos from the Quiz Meet

And here are Coach Matt's snaps from the Meet. Click on the image below to see the whole set.

Coach Mark's Photos from the Quiz Meet

My photos from the Quiz Meet are online and ready for your viewing. Click on the image below for the whole set.

Does this mean I can't be a prophet now?