WAEC Christian Religious Studies 1997 Question 25

Question 25

Trial and Death of Jesus

Jesus surrendered to his enemies when he was arrested at Gethsemane because

  1. A.his disciples did not support him
  2. B.he did not invite angels to fight for him
  3. C.the scriptures must be fulfilled
  4. D.he was over-powered by his enemies
  5. E.he wanted to die as a martyr for the gospel.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (the scriptures must be fulfilled)

Explanation

Jesus said He could call twelve legions of angels, "But how then should the scriptures be fulfilled?" (Matthew 26:53-54).