JAMB Christian Religious Knowledge 2025 Past Questions & Answers

The question refers to the actions of Hophni and Phinehas, the sons of Eli, who were priests. They treated the Lord's offerings with contempt by taking the best portions for themselves and engaging in immoral acts at the tabernacle. This narrative, found in 1 Samuel, serves as a clear example of disobedience to God's laws and the consequences that follow.

Common mistake: Students might mistakenly choose Samuel because his sons also misbehaved, but Eli's sons are specifically known for their contemptuous treatment of the Lord's offerings.

Daniel was cast into the den of lions because he continued his daily practice of praying to God, three times a day, despite King Darius's decree forbidding prayer to any god or man except the king for thirty days. This act demonstrated his unwavering faith and courage in obeying God rather than man. His commitment to prayer was seen as defiance of the king's law, leading to his punishment.

Common mistake: Students might mistakenly choose 'D. was disloyal to the king' because his actions went against the king's decree, but his primary motivation was loyalty to God, not disloyalty to the king.

The question refers to Moses' action of carrying Joseph's bones during the Exodus. This act was a direct fulfillment of a solemn oath Joseph had made the Israelites swear before his death, as recorded in Genesis 50:25 and Exodus 13:19. Moses' action demonstrates his obedience to this sacred promise and to the will of God, who had promised to bring the Israelites back to the land of Canaan.

Common mistake: Students might mistakenly choose option D, 'the bones were so precious to the Israelites', because Joseph was a significant figure; however, the direct biblical reason for Moses carrying them was the specific oath Joseph had made them swear, not just their general preciousness.

This question tests knowledge of a specific detail from the Book of Acts, chapter 10, which describes Peter's visit to Cornelius. This event is a pivotal moment in the early church's mission, signifying the expansion of the gospel to non-Jews (Gentiles). Acts 10:7 explicitly states that Cornelius sent two servants and one devout soldier to Joppa to bring Peter.

Common mistake: Students often get confused with the exact number of people sent, leading them to choose options like '2 servants and 2 soldiers' (A) if they remember the presence of both servants and soldiers but not the precise count.

The Transfiguration of Jesus, where his appearance changed and he was seen with Moses and Elijah, is a significant miraculous event recorded in the Gospels. This event revealed Jesus' divine glory and was witnessed by his inner circle of disciples: Peter, James, and John. Therefore, the question directly tests knowledge of a specific miracle and the key figures involved.

Common mistake: Students might mistakenly include other prominent disciples like Andrew or Matthew, confusing them with the specific three who witnessed this unique event.

John the Baptist's statement, '...the thong of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie...', demonstrates his profound recognition of Jesus' superior status and his own unworthiness in comparison. This act of self-abasement and acknowledging another's greatness is a clear display of humility. Humility is a core Christian virtue.

Common mistake: Students might mistakenly choose 'wisdom' because John's recognition of Jesus' divinity was wise, but the specific phrasing of his statement directly expresses a lack of self-importance, which is humility.

Jesus instructed His disciples to wait in Jerusalem so they could receive the Holy Spirit as He had promised. This was a necessary period of spiritual preparation to empower them for their worldwide mission of spreading the gospel. Therefore, the waiting was to prepare them before they proceeded on their missions.

Common mistake: Students might mistakenly choose option A because the disciples did replace Judas during this waiting period, but this was not the main reason Jesus gave for them to stay in Jerusalem.

The concept of 'justification by faith' is a core teaching in the Epistles, particularly in Romans. Romans 5:19 clearly states that just as Adam's disobedience brought sin, Jesus' obedience brought righteousness to the world. Through Jesus' perfect life and sacrificial death, believers are declared righteous before God by faith.

Common mistake: Students might mistakenly choose Adam (A) because his disobedience is often contrasted with Jesus' obedience, but the question specifically asks about the one whose obedience brought righteousness.

In his letter (1 Peter 2:16), the Apostle Peter teaches that Christians have been set free by Christ. However, this freedom is not an excuse to do wrong or live carelessly. Peter instructs believers to use their freedom to serve God by living righteously and doing good, which means 'doing what is right'.

Common mistake: Students might mistakenly choose option C, 'using it as a pretext for evil,' because the biblical passage (1 Peter 2:16) specifically warns against this, and they might confuse the warning with the instruction.

The correct answer is based on teachings from the Epistles, such as 1 Corinthians $6:9-10$ and Galatians $5:19-21$. These passages explicitly list the acts of the sinful nature, stating that those who live in such ways will not inherit the kingdom of God. The list includes idolatry, sexual immorality (fornication), and greed, which directly matches the correct option.

Common mistake: Students may mistakenly choose options that include activities like dancing or singing, confusing cultural or denominational views with the specific sins the Bible says will prevent someone from entering God's kingdom.