ALERT: Practice Cancelled by the Weather

We just got word that the church will be closed tonight due to the inclement weather. Practice is canceled. Please use the extra time to spend some time in God's Word. We'll see you next Wednesday.

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ART & THE BIBLE: The Crucifixion of Peter

"I think it is right to refresh your memory as long as I live in the tent of this body, because I know that I will soon put it aside, as our Lord Jesus Christ has made clear to me." - 2 Peter 1:13-14

Tradition holds that Peter was crucified, and that he requested it be done upside down, as he considered himself unworthy to be killed the same way that his Lord had been. This painting is by Carvaggio. Click on the image for more information on the work.

MUSICAL INTERLUDE: Carry Me to the Cross

Context is everything

Reference Questions for 2 Peter 2

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

QUESTION: According to 2Pe 2:10, These men are what?
ANSWER: Bold and arrogant, not afraid to slander celestial beings. (cf 2Pe 2:12, 2:17)

QUESTION: According to 2Pe 2:12, These men are what?
ANSWER: Like brute beasts, creatures of instinct, born only to be caught and destroyed. (cf 2Pe 2:10, 2:17)

QUESTION: According to 2Pe 2:17, These men are what?
ANSWER: Springs without water and mists driven by a storm. (cf 2Pe 2:10, 2:12)

Trading sorrow for joy

WEEK 25: Study 2 Peter 2

This week (February 23 thru February 29), please study 2 Peter, Chapter 2

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

Listen to the chapter here. (MP3s coming soon!)

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

Study Tip: Did you know that when you sleep, your mind continues to work on whatever you were thinking about last before you fell asleep? If you are working through an especially difficult passage of scripture, sometimes it can be helpful to study it and work with it right before bed. Then your subconscious can work on it as you sleep (warning, you may dream about quizzing!) and when you wake up, you may find the passage more deeply ingrained into your mind.

Upcoming Events:
- March 10, Quiz Meet in Cresskill, NJ
- April 21, Districts Year-End Quiz Meet in Sparta, NJ

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REALITY CHECK: Three Chapters Left

If you've been waiting around for a last minute chance to shine... well... we're coming down to it now. You may or may not have noticed but 2 Peter is exactly 3 chapters long. That means you have 3 Wednesdays left to pile in the knowledge of God's word before we begin reviewing. Be sure to make the most of this time, as Districts will be upon us before you know it!

MUSICAL INTERLUDE: Sparrow

Finish the Verse Questions for 2 Peter 1

Remember, the full list of FTV's can always be found at this link. The // in the verse marks the minimum number of words you need from the FTV to uniquely identify it.

Question: His // divine power...
Answer: ...has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.(2 Peter 1:3)

Question: For this very //reason,...
Answer: ...make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. (2 Peter 1:5-7)

Question: For if // you possess these qualities...
Answer: ...in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. But if anyone does not have them, he is nearsighted and blind, and has forgotten that he has been cleansed from his past sins.(2 Peter 1:8-9)

Question: We did //not follow cleverly invented stories...
Answer: ...when we told you about the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. (2 Peter 1:16)

Question: And we // have the word of the prophets...
Answer: ...made more certain, and you will do well to pay attention to it, as to a light shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts.
(2 Peter 1:19)

Question: Above all, you // must understand...
Answer: ...that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet’s own interpretation. 21 For prophecy never had its origin in the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit. (2 Peter 1:20-21)

Reference Questions for 2 Peter 1

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

QUESTION: According to 2Pe 1:5-7, Make every effort to what?
ANSWER: To add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. (cf Heb 4:11, 12:14; 2Pe 3:14)

QUESTION: According to 2Pe 1:11, You will receive what?
ANSWER: A rich welcome into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. (cf Heb 10:36, 1Pe 5:4)

QUESTION: According to 2Pe 1:19, We have what?
ANSWER: The word of the prophets made more certain. (cf Heb 10:19)

QUESTION: According to 2Pe 1:20, Above all, what?
ANSWER: You must understand that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet's own interpretation. (2Pe 3:3, 4:8)

QUESTION: According to 2Pe 1:20, You must understand what?
ANSWER: That no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet's own interpretation. (cf 2Pe 3:3)

Unintended Consequences

WEEK 24: Study 2 Peter 1

This week (February 16 thru February 22), please study 2 Peter, Chapter 1

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

Listen to the chapter here. (MP3s coming soon!)

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

Study Tip: Tired of reading about complex tricks to improve your studying? Okay, let's keep it simple. How often are you reading the chapter for each week? If you answered LESS than "twice a day", then YOU ARE NOT doing the minimum. Every quizzer should be reading the week's chapter AT LEAST twice a day EVERY DAY. This simple commitment can change you from a useless quizzer to one who makes the difference between a win and loss for your team.

Upcoming Events:
- March 10, Quiz Meet in Cresskill, NJ
- April 21, Districts Year-End Quiz Meet in Sparta, NJ

Scoreboard

Reminder, all scores reset at Midwinter.

Schedule Notes: Next Quiz Meet is March 10 in Cresskill

After Midwinter Quiz was canceled, we have been working hard to find times for our teams to meet in February and March. There is good news and bad news. The bad news is we were unable to find a time when all churches could meet in February. The good news is we have scheduled a meet in Cresskill, NJ on MARCH 10. Please update your calendars and be studying hard, so we're ready to compete when the day comes.

Hardened Hearts

MUSICAL INTERLUDE: God Undefeatable

Finish the Verse Questions for 1 Peter 5

Remember, the full list of FTV's can always be found at this link. The // in the verse marks the minimum number of words you need from the FTV to uniquely identify it.

Question: Young //men, in the same way...
Answer: ...be submissive to those who are older. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” (1 Peter 5:5)

Question: Humble // yourselves, therefore,...
Answer: ...under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. (1 Peter 5:6-7)

Question: Be //self-controlled and alert...
Answer: ...Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. 9 Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kind of sufferings. (1 Peter 5:8-9)

Question: And the // God of all grace...
Answer: ...who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. 11 To him be the power for ever and ever. Amen.
(1 Peter 5:10-11)

Reference Questions for 1 Peter 5

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

QUESTION: According to 1 Peter 5:4, You will receive what?
ANSWER: The crown of glory that will never fade away (when the Chief Shepherd appears). (cf Heb 10:36, 2Pe 1:11)

QUESTION: According to 1 Peter 5:8, Be what?
ANSWER: Self-controlled and alert. (cf 1Pe 1:13, 1:15, 1:16, 3:1, 3:7, 3:8, 3:15, 4:7, 5:2, 5:5; 2Pe 1:10, 3:17)

QUESTION: According to 1 Peter 5:9, You know what?
ANSWER: That your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kind of sufferings. (cf Heb 12:17; 1Pe 1:18; 2Pe 1:12)

Buzzword Bingo!

WEEK 23: Study 1 Peter 5

This week (February 9 thru February 15), please study 1 Peter, Chapter 5

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

Listen to the chapter here. (MP3s coming soon!)

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

Study Tip: Do read through the text of scripture and find at the end that you know barely more than you did at the beginning? Do you envy those who can read it once, and be able to quiz effectively? Different people learn in different ways. Some people can do it by simply reading, others by listening. But you may be a learner who needs to really engage the text. Consider taking notes as you read - note down really interesting sections, questions that the text raises, notable phrases, etc. At the end, you will have applied not only your eyes but all the parts of your brain, and the learning may very well be far more effective. Oh, and don't forget to call, e-mail, or speak to the coaches, your parents, or the pastors to get the answers to those questions you had.

Upcoming Events:
- No February Quiz Meet
- March 10, Quiz Meet in Cresskill, NJ

Scoreboard from Practice

Remember all scores reset after Midwinter... even if Midwinter gets cancelled.

Think before you preach

MUSICAL INTERLUDE: Strong Tower

Finish the Verse Questions for 1 Peter 4

Remember, the full list of FTV's can always be found at this link. The // in the verse marks the minimum number of words you need from the FTV to uniquely identify it.

Question: Above all, love //each other...
Answer: ...deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. (1 Peter 4:8)

Question: Each //of you should...
Answer: ...use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. (1 Peter 4:10)

Question: However, //if you suffer...
Answer: ...as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name. (1 Peter 4:16)

Reference Questions for 1 Peter 4

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

QUESTION: According to 1 Peter 4:7, Be what?
ANSWER: Clear minded and self-controlled. (cf 1Pe 1:13, 1:15, 1:16, 3:1, 3:7, 3:8, 3:15, 5:2, 5:5, 5:8; 2Pe 1:10, 3:17)

QUESTION: According to 1 Peter 4:8, Above all, what?
ANSWER: Love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. (cf 2Pe 1:20)

QUESTION: According to 1 Peter 4:12, Do not be what?
ANSWER: Surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. (cf Heb 13:9; 1Pe 4:16)

QUESTION: According to 1 Peter 4:14, You are blessed if what?
ANSWER: If you are insulted because of the name of Christ. (cf 1Pe 3:14)

QUESTION: According to 1 Peter 4:16, Do not be what?
ANSWER: If you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed. (cf Heb 13:9; 1Pe 4:12)

They ARE the best!

WEEK 22: Study 1 Peter 4

This week (February 2 thru February 8), please study 1 Peter, Chapter 4

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

Listen to the chapter here. (MP3s coming later.)

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

Study Tip: The Superbowl is this coming Sunday, and it is a reminder of everything that football fans (or fans of big budget commercials) have looked forward to all year. We may have missed Midwinter, but remember that Districts is coming up in a few short months and this is also a Nationals Year - the Superbowl of Quizzing. Keep this in mind as you motivate yourself in the weeks to come!

Upcoming Events:
- February Quiz Meet under discussion now
- March Quiz Meet under discussion now

Wrapping Up