Finals Review: Unit 3a & 3b Promised Land & Kingdom

Front

According to Jeremiah 2:2b-3, why did God consider the Israelites' time in the wilderness as precious?

Back

It was a time when the Israelites were learning to trust, follow, and obey God.

Front

What warning does Deuteronomy 8 give to the Israelites about living in the Promised Land?

Back

They should not forget God when living in abundance and comfort.

Front

What was the purpose of leaving unconquered nations in the land according to Judges 3:4?

Back

To test Israel as new generations did not know war.

Front

What is missing from the cycle of sin?

Back

God sends a deliverer

Front

What is the significance of the repeated phrase "In those days there was no king in Israel" in the Book of Judges?

Back

It emphasizes the need for someone to break them out of the cycle of sin.

Front

What was Samuel's warning about having a worldly king, according to 1 Samuel 8:17?

Back

The king will take from them (i.e., exploit) and they will become his slaves.

Front

The "Davidic covenant" is about God's promise to keep one of David's descendants on the throne. How did this come about?

Back

David wanted to build a house for God that was better than his own

Front

What reforms did Josiah implement after finding the book of the Law?

Back

He removed idols, altars, and mediums/wizards, and led the nation back to God.

Front

What was the impact of Josiah's reforms on the Kingdom of Judah's fate?

Back

They delayed but did not prevent Judah's exile due to Manasseh's sins.

Front

What does the cycle of sin in Judges teach about the nature of humanity?

Back

Humanity becomes morally bankrupt and spirals out of control without God