James Quiz
James is a book of the New Testament with 5 chapters. Bible Quizio has 43 questions on James, from easy to scholar level. Here is a sample, each with the answer, the Scripture reference and an explanation.
What does James say about showing favoritism?
Easy
Answer: It is a form of discrimination (James 2:4)
James describes favoritism as a form of discrimination, highlighting that it is unjust and contrary to the teachings of Christ.
What does James say is sown in peace by those who make peace?
Intermediate
Answer: A harvest of righteousness (James 3:18)
James states that those who sow in peace will reap a harvest of righteousness, highlighting the positive outcome of peaceful actions. (James 3:18)
What does James say about being a doer of the word?
Intermediate
Answer: One must do what the word says (James 1:22)
James emphasizes that merely hearing the word is not enough; one must act on it (James 1:22).
How does James use Abraham as an example in chapter 2?
Intermediate
Answer: To show that he was justified by works (James 2:21)
James cites Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac as evidence that he was justified by works, demonstrating the relationship between faith and action.
What is referred to as the 'royal law' in James 2?
Intermediate
Answer: Love your neighbor as yourself (James 2:8)
James identifies the command to love your neighbor as yourself as the 'royal law,' emphasizing its importance in the life of a believer.
How should the rich and poor view their circumstances, according to James?
Intermediate
Answer: The rich should take pride in their humiliation, and the poor in their exaltation (James 1:9–10)
James teaches that the rich should boast in their low position, and the poor in their high position (James 1:9–10).
What principle regarding judgment and mercy does James present?
Intermediate
Answer: Mercy triumphs over judgment (James 2:13)
James teaches that mercy triumphs over judgment, indicating the importance of showing mercy to others.
What example does James give to encourage patience during suffering?
Easy
Answer: The prophets (James 5:10)
James encourages believers to consider the prophets as examples of patience in suffering, as stated in James 5:10.
What causes fights and quarrels among you?
Easy
Answer: Your desires that battle within you (James 4:1)
James states that fights and quarrels arise from desires that battle within individuals, highlighting internal conflict as the root cause. (James 4:1)
What should a sick person do according to James 5?
Intermediate
Answer: Call for the elders to pray over them (James 5:14)
James instructs that those who are sick should call for the elders of the church to pray and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord.
What does James instruct believers to do in relation to their sins?
Intermediate
Answer: Confess your sins to each other (James 5:16)
James instructs believers to confess their sins to one another, promoting accountability and healing within the community.
What does James instruct believers to do in relation to God?
Intermediate
Answer: Submit to God (James 4:7)
James instructs believers to submit to God, which is a fundamental aspect of living in alignment with His will.