WEEKLY COMIC: An Inconvenient Truth

THIS WEEK: Study James, Chapter 2

This week (January 30 thru February 5), please study James, chapter 2.

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

Click here to download an MP3 of the chapter.

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

If you want to download the puzzle for this week, click here.

Study Tip: Midwinter is behind us, but don't lose your motivation! Remember that we ARE having Quiz Meets in February and Districts is coming up in March. Scores are being reset as of NOW, so your place on the Upper and Lower Team can change with just a week or two of practice. Study hard, practice hard, and you will find yourself in a good position in the weeks to come!

Upcoming Events:
- February 15, CT Side Meet in Monroe, CT

SCOREBOARD: Practice 1/22/2014 & Midwinter!

FINISH THE VERSE: James 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:  Count // it all joy...
ANSWER:  ...my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. (James 1:2-4)

QUESTION:  If any of // you lacks...
ANSWER:  ...wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. (James 1:5)

QUESTION:  Blessed is // the man...
ANSWER:  ...who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. (James 1:12)

QUESTION:  Let no // one say...
ANSWER:  ...when he is tempted, I am being tempted by God, for God cannot be tempted with evil, and he himself tempts no one. But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire when it has conceived gives birth to sin, and sin when it is fully grown brings forth death. (James 1:13-15)


QUESTION:  Every // good gift...
ANSWER:  ...and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. (James 1:17)

QUESTION:  Know this //my beloved brothers:...
ANSWER:  ...let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness that God requires. (James 1:19-20)

QUESTION:  But be // doers of the word...
ANSWER:  ...and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. (James 1:22)

QUESTION:  If anyone // thinks...
ANSWER:  ...he is religious and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his heart, this person’s religion is worthless. (James 1:26)


QUESTION:  Religion // that is pure...
ANSWER:  ...and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world. (James 1:27)

REFERENCE QUESTIONS: James 1

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

QUESTION:  According to James 1:3, you know what?
ANSWER:  That the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. (cf Rom 13:11; Jam 1:3; 3:1)

QUESTION:  According to James 1:12, blessed is whom?
ANSWER:  The man who remains steadfast under trial. (cf *Rom 4:8; 14:22; Jam 1:12)

QUESTION:  According to James 1:12, God has promised what to those who love him?
ANSWER:  The crown of life. (cf *Jam 2:5)

QUESTION:  According to James 1:16, do not be what?
ANSWER:  Deceived (my dear brothers). (cf Rom 11:18; 12: 2,11, 16, 21; Jam 1:16)

QUESTION:  According to James 1:19, be what?
ANSWER:  Quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger. (cf Rom 12:2; Jam 1:19; 5:7, 8)

QUESTION:  According to James 1:19, let every person be what? 
ANSWER:  Quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger. (cf Rom 13:1)

BONUS MUSIC: God of the Impossible

Trumbull got 3rd. #biblequizzing #midwinter

Closing ceremonies #midwinter #biblequizzing

Final two quizzes begin! #midwinter #biblequizzing

How you know you're in a #BibleQuizzing church. ;-)

Lunchtime! #midwinter #biblequizzing

In the window... #midwinter #biblequizzing

Trumbull vs Cresskill. #midwinter #biblequizzing

Snack time! #midwinter #biblequizzing

Quizzing begins! #midwinter #biblequizzing

Opening ceremonies! #midwinter #biblequizzing

The Tournament Poster. #midwinter #biblequizzing

Arriving at the Sparta Church for the Day.

MIDWINTER SCHEDULE

Here's the schedule for the day.

8:30 AM:  Arrive at Beacon Hill EFC.  Breakfast and Opening Ceremonies
9:00 AM:  Quizzing Begins
12:30 PM:  Lunchtime (Served at the Church)
1:30 PM:  Quizzing Resumes
2:30 PM:  Closing Ceremonies
3:30 PM:  Depart for Home

Keep an eye here, as we will plan to post photos from the day as we go along.

MIDWINTER IS TOMORROW!

We leave for Midwinter bright and early tomorrow morning (or this time of year, dark and painfully early).  Please keep in mind these key details:

• We're leaving the church at 6:30 AM sharp.  Please arrive a few minutes early to load into the bus.
• Bring $15 for your Bible Quizzing registration fee.  (Covers materials and meals at Midwinter/Districts.)
• Wear your Bible Quiz Team shirt!  (But feel free to wear something warm underneath and/or bring a removable jacket/sweater to wear on top.  It is Midwinter after all!)
• Be ready to quiz on all of Romans.

At the moment, the forecast looks clear.  But if you have any doubts, check back here for any last-minute weather updates.

Some Midwinter Reminders - USEFUL DOWNLOADS

We've got only two more days until Midwinter begins!  Here are some useful links to resources you may want to review and/or print before the drive down to Sparta.

• Official Bible Quizzing Rules
• Official FTV List
• Official Reference Question List
• Keywords List
• Online Romans ESV

If you need extra copies of the questions, please contact the coaches ASAP.  

THIS WEEK: Study James, Chapter 1

This week (January 23 thru January 29), please study James, chapter 1.

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

Click here to download an MP3 of the chapter.

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

If you want to download the puzzle for this week, click here.

Study Tip: Do you learn the chapter well, but have a hard time placing questions in a real quiz where it is across multiple chapters? Creating and studying an outline of a book or chapters can be very helpful in putting it all in order in your mind. If you need an example of a good outline, this link or this link may be helpful.

Upcoming Events:
- January 25, Midwinter Quiz Meet in Sparta, NJ

SCOREBOARD: Practice 1/15/2014

Standings before Midwinter

MUSICAL INTERLUDE: Only King Forever

PHOTOS: Pictures from the Christmas Party!

Coach Mark's photos from the Christmas Party are up and ready for your enjoyment.  Click on the image below for the whole set.

FINISH THE VERSE: Romans 16

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:  I appeal to you, brothers // to watch... 
ANSWER:  ....out for those who cause divisions and create obstacles contrary to the doctrine that you have been taught; avoid them. For such persons do not serve our Lord Christ, but their own appetites, and by smooth talk and flattery they deceive the hearts of the naive. (Romans 16:17-18)


QUESTION: The God // of peace... 
ANSWER:  ....will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. (Romans 16:20)

Pronunciation in Romans 16

This week is unusual in that is includes a plethora of names.  The book of Romans was written in Greek, but has been translated for us into English.  But you can't translate names - they're the same in any language.  If you're having trouble with any of them, check out the pronunciation guide below.

Those Paul is Greeting:

Person	Pronunciation
Phoebe	“Fee-bee”
Prisca and Aquila	“Pris-ka” and “Uh-quill-uh”
Epaenetus	“Ep-en-ee-tus”
Mary	“Mare-ee”
Andronicus and Junia	“An-dro-nie-kus” and “Jew-nee-uh”
Ampliatus	“Am-plee-at-us”
Urbanus and Stachys	“Ur-ban-us” and “Stack-iss”
Apelles	“App-el-ess”
The family of Aristobulus	“Air-ist-ah-buh-luss”
Herodion	“Hair-oh-dee-on”
The family of Narcissus	“Nar-sis-us”
Tryphaena and Tryphosa and Persis	“Triff-ay-nuh” and Triff-oh-suh” and “Per-sis-us”
Rufus	“Roo-fuss”
Asyncritus, Phlegon, Hermes, Patrobas, Hermas, and the brothers	“Uh-sink-rit-us” and “Fleg-on” and “Her-mees”, and “Pat-robe-us” and “Her-muss”
Philologus, Julia, Nereus and his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints	“Fill-oh-log-uss” and “Jew-lee-uh” and “Ner-ay-us” and “Oh-lim-puss”

Those Sending Greetings Through Paul

Person	Pronunciation
Timothy	“Tim-Oh-Thee”
Lucius	“Lou-see-us”
Jason	“Jay-son”
Sosipater	“So-she-pay-ter”
Tertius	“Terr-she-us”
Gaius	“Guy-us”
Erastus and Quartus	“Air-as-tuss” and “Quart-uss”

REFERENCE QUESTIONS: Romans 16

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

QUESTION:  According to Romans 16:3, who are my fellow workers? 
ANSWER:  Prisca and Aquila. (cf Rom 16:9)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 16:5, who is my beloved? 
ANSWER:  Epaenetus. (cf Rom 16: 5, 8, 9, 12)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 16:7, who are my kinsmen? 
ANSWER:  Andronicus and Junia. (cf Rom 9:3; 16:7, 11, 21)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 16:8, who is my beloved? 
ANSWER:  Ampliatus. (cf Rom 16: 5, 8, 9, 12)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 16:9, who is my beloved? 
ANSWER:  Stachys. (cf Rom 16: 5, 8, 9, 12)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 16:11, who is my kinsman? 
ANSWER:  Herodian. (cf Rom 9:3; 16:7, 11, 21)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 16:16, who greets you? 
ANSWER:  All the churches of Christ. (cf Rom 16:23)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 16:21, who are my kinsmen?
ANSWER:  Lucius, Jason and Sosipater. (cf *Rom 9:3; 16:7, 11, 21)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 16:21, who is my fellow worker? 
ANSWER:  Timothy. (cf *Rom 16:3)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 16:22, who greet you?
ANSWER:  (I) Tertius (who wrote this letter) (greet you in the Lord). (cf Rom 16:21)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 16:23, who greet you?
ANSWER:  Gaius, Erastus, and Quartus. (cf Rom 16:21)

THIS WEEK: Study Romans, Chapter 16

This week (January 16 thru January 22), please study Romans, chapter 16.

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

Click here to download an MP3 of the chapter.

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

If you want to download the puzzle for this week, click here.

Study Tip: For some people, the best way to make the Bible a priority in your life is to put it at the start of every day. Rather than waiting for after homework, dinner, or whatever else you normally put before studying, consider setting your alarm 15 minutes earlier in the morning and spending that time reading thru that week's chapter. This can set the tone for your day, and give you a chance to apply the lessons of the chapter in your daily life.

Upcoming Events:
- January 25, Midwinter Quiz Meet in Sparta, NJ

REMINDER: Midwinter is Coming!

With the late Christmas party, your family may have lost track of how quickly Midwinter is coming up on us.  It is next weekend - January 25!  Make sure the date is on your calendar and that your parents are fully aware.  If you have any questions, bring them to practice tonight!

MUSICAL INTERLUDE: Build Your Kingdom Here

SCOREBOARD: Practice 1/8/2014

REFERENCE QUESTIONS: Romans 15

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

QUESTION:  According to Romans 15:3, what is written?
ANSWER:  “The reproaches of those who reproached you fell on me.” (cf Rom 1:17; 2:24; 3:4, 10; 4:17; 8:36; 9:13, 33; 10:15; 11:8, 26; 12:19; 14:11; 15:3, 9, 21)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 15:7, welcome whom? 
ANSWER:  One another. (cf Rom 14:1)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 15:9, what is written?
ANSWER:  “Therefore I will praise you among the Gentiles, and sing to your name.” (cf Rom 1:17; 2:24; 3:4, 10; 4:17; 8:36; 9:13, 33; 10:15; 11:8, 26; 12:19; 14:11; 15:3, 9, 21)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 15:12, Isaiah says what?
ANSWER:  “The Root of Jesse will come, even he who arises to rule the Gentiles; in him will the Gentiles hope.” (cf Rom 9:27, 29; 10:16, 20; 15:12)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 15:21, what is written?
ANSWER:  “Those who have never been told of him will see, and those who have never heard will understand.” (cf Rom 1:17; 2:24; 3:4, 10; 4:17; 8:36; 9:13, 33; 10:15; 11:8, 26; 12:19; 14:11; 15:3, 9, 21)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 15:29, I know what?
ANSWER:  That when I come to you, I will come in the fullness of the blessing of Christ. (cf Rom 7:18; 14:14; 15:29)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 15:30, I appeal to you how? 
ANSWER:  By our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit. (cf Rom 12:1)

FINISH THE VERSE: Romans 15

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: We who // are strong...
ANSWER:  ...have an obligation to bear with the failings of the weak, and not to please ourselves. (Romans 15:1)

QUESTION: For whatever // was written...
ANSWER:  ...in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. (Romans 15:4)

QUESTION: May the God of endurance // and encouragement... 
ANSWER:  ...grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. (Romans 15:5-6)


QUESTION: May the God of hope // fill you...
ANSWER:  ...with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. (Romans 15:13)

The Party is a GO!

Mother Nature is conspiring against the Monroe Coaches - keeping the snow around until 1 PM, when we said we'd decide at 1 PM - but the forecasters are unified that things will be clear by 6 PM.  See you there!

THE CHRISTMAS PARTY IS TONIGHT!

We'll see you at Beacon Hill Church in Monroe, CT at 6:00 PM.  Bring a potluck dish and be ready for the gift game!  Looking forward to seeing you there.

THIS WEEK: Study Romans, Chapter 15

This week (January 9 thru January 15), please study Romans, chapter 15

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

Click here to download an MP3 of the chapter.

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

If you want to download the puzzle for this week, click here.

Study Tip:  Were you surprised at how many former quizzers showed up for Homecoming? The fact is, the habits of studying and memorization you form now will last a lifetime. And the scripture you memorize now will always be with you.  Remember, every day as you study, that you're not just studying for the next practice or the next quiz, you're studying for life!

Upcoming Events:
- Friday, January 10, Christmas Party in Monroe, CT
- January 25, Midwinter Quiz Meet in Sparta, NJ

REMINDER: Practices Resume Tonight

Christmas Break is over (even if the Christmas Party is still in front of us) and practices resume tonight.  We'll see you there.  Be ready for Romans 14!

REMINDER: The Christmas Party is Friday!

The Christmas Party is coming up fast!  Here are the details if you're still unsure about anything.

WHEN IS IT?  Friday at 6:00 PM
WHERE IS IT?  Beacon Hill Evangelical Free Church in Monroe, CT
WHEN WILL IT END?  Sometime between 8 and 8:30 PM
WHO IS INVITED?  Quizzers and coaches and their families
DO I NEED TO RSVP?  Please!  We need to know everyone who is coming.  If you have not already, either use the link on the eVite or email Coach Mark
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?  A potluck dish to share with everyone
ARE WE DOING THE GIFT GAME?  Yes!  For Quizzers and Coaches only.  If you want to take part, bring a wrapped gift valued between $5 and $10.
ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW?  The Monroe Church has two entrances.  For this event, it is best to use the lower/downstairs entrance around the back.

MUSICAL INTERLUDE: Cry Out to Jesus

SCOREBOARD: Practice 12/18

This is the scoreboard from Homecoming.  Anyone else wondering how Coach Mark and Coach Matt would have done in this listing?

REFERENCE QUESTIONS: Romans 14

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

QUESTION:  According to Romans 14:1, welcome whom?

ANSWER:  (Him) The one who is weak in faith. (cf Rom 15:7)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 14:4, who are you to do what? 
ANSWER:  Pass judgment on the servant of another? (cf Rom 9:20; 14:4; Jam 4:12)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 14:11, what is written?
ANSWER:  “’As I live,’ says the Lord, ’every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall confess to God.”’ (cf Rom 1:17; 2:24; 3:4, 10; 4:17; 8:36; 9:13, 33; 10:15; 11:8, 26; 12:19; 14:11; 15:3, 9, 21)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 14:14, I know what?
ANSWER:  That nothing is unclean in itself. (cf Rom 7:18; 14:14; 15:29)

QUESTION:  According to Romans 14:22, blessed is whom?
ANSWER:  The one who has no reason to pass judgment on himself for what he approves. (cf Rom 4:8; 14:22; Jam 1:12)

FINISH THE VERSE: Romans 14

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: If we // live... 
ANSWER:  ...we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord. So then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord’s. (Romans 14:8)

QUESTION: For it // is written... 
ANSWER:  “As I live, says the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall confess to God.” So then each of us will give an account of himself to God. (Romans 14:11-12)


QUESTION: Therefore let // us not pass judgment... 
ANSWER:  ...on one another any longer, but rather decide never to put a stumbling block or hindrance in the way of a brother. (Romans 14:13)

QUESTION: For the kingdom // of God...
ANSWER:  ...is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. (Romans 14:17)

QUESTION: So then // let us pursue...
ANSWER:  ...what makes for peace and for mutual upbuilding. (Romans 14:19)


QUESTION: But whoever // has doubts...
ANSWER:  ...is condemned if he eats, because the eating is not from faith. For whatever does not proceed from faith is sin. (Romans 14:23)

WEEKLY COMIC: Just say NO!

THIS WEEK: Study Romans, Chapter 14

This week (January 2 thru January 8), please study Romans, chapter 14

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

Click here to download an MP3 of the chapter.

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

If you want to download the puzzle for this week, click here.

Study Tip: We are now approaching the halfway point in the Quizzing Year. Are you suddenly realizing how far behind you are in the study process? Fear not! Most quiz meets tend to have more questions from the last few chapters studied, than from anywhere else. If you have not been studying to your best up until now, start fresh this week and you'll quickly see an expert in the later chapters of Romans has a lot to offer to the team at Midwinter and beyond!

Upcoming Events:
- Friday, January 10, Christmas Party in Monroe, CT
- January 25, Midwinter Quiz Meet in Sparta, NJ

REMINDER: No Practice Today

Remember, there is NO Bible Quiz Team Practice tonight.  Practices resume next Wednesday, January 8 (quizzing on Romans 14).



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