JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2024 past questions and answers

4 questions. Try each one, then open the answer to check yourself and read the explanation.

Question 18

Forgiveness

Christians should forgive one another according to Paul, so that

  1. A.the devil may not reject them.
  2. B.the devil may not gain advantage over them.
  3. C.may not perish in hell.
  4. D.God may forgive their sins.
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Answer: B (the devil may not gain advantage over them.)

Explanation

Paul urged the Corinthians to forgive 'to keep Satan from gaining the advantage over us' (2 Corinthians 2:10-11).

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Question 38

Baptism and Temptation of Jesus

Jesus Christ was baptized by ________ in the River Jordan.

  1. A.Joseph
  2. B.Mary Magdalene
  3. C.Matthew
  4. D.John the Baptist
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Answer: D (John the Baptist)

Explanation

Jesus came from Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan (Mark 1:9).

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Question 44

Miracles of Jesus

When the man with an unclean spirit in the region of Gararenes saw Jesus, he

  1. A.begged to be cast away.
  2. B.requested to follow Him as a disciple.
  3. C.acknowledged Him as the Son of the Most High God.
  4. D.pleaded for a miracle to happen to cleanse him.
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Answer: C (acknowledged Him as the Son of the Most High God.)

Explanation

The man ran and worshipped Jesus, crying, 'What have you to do with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God?' (Mark 5:6-7).

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Question 48

Interpersonal Relationships

He who loves his neighbour according to Paul, has

  1. A.eternal life.
  2. B.fulfilled the law.
  3. C.peace with God.
  4. D.called upon the name of the Lord.
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Answer: B (fulfilled the law.)

Explanation

Paul wrote, 'he who loves his neighbour has fulfilled the law' (Romans 13:8).

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