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JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1988 Question 49

Question 49

Mission to the Gentiles

Simon the magician was rebuked by Peter in Samaria because he

  1. A.perverted the minds of the people
  2. B.opposed the teaching of the apostles
  3. C.wanted to purchase spiritual powers with money
  4. D.refused to be baptised .
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (wanted to purchase spiritual powers with money)

Explanation

Simon offered money to receive the power of giving the Holy Spirit, and Peter said 'Your silver perish with you' (Acts 8:18–20).