BIBLE QUIZ

Dear Boys and Girls,

During the summer months you are often able to do some travelling, even sometimes for short distances. You then see places of special interest. At times memorials have been built on the site or historical markers are placed to remind travellers of the events which took place there or of the persons who were involved. Too often all the honor is given to man, and not much thought given to the God of heaven and earth who gave the wisdom, ability, and courage to men of the past. Even as we view the works of men in the construction of cities, tall buildings, modern highways, bridges, tunnels, etc., do we ever recognize God’s hand in providing the means to make these things possible? God is often forgotten, also by us. Or do you sometimes see markers and memorials which turn your attention to the works of the Lord? Perhaps in certain places you do see Bible texts imprinted as a reminder of the Lord’s doings in all these things. It would be interesting to hear of them if you do.

In the Bible we also read of memorials and markers which were placed by those who feared the Lord and gave praise to Him for the wonders of His hand. Cities and places were often called by special names to make known to future generations what the Lord had done. It is true that even in those days it had to be said of some that they gave their own names to lands and cities in the hope of lasting fame. But then the Bible tells us, “Nevertheless man being in honour abideth not: he is like the beasts that perish.”

Even as you study history at school, how often do you stop to think of the God who rules over all things. The apostle Paul said to the Athenians, “He is Lord of heaven and earth; He giveth to all life, and breath, and all things; in Him we live, and move, and have our being.” This was true in

Paul’s days and throughout all history since the world began, but is also true today. Many people speak about “luck” and “chance,” but then God is forgotten. May we all learn how all things are in His hand, and that we need Him in everything we are and do. Then every day our prayer must be, “Lord, teach me Thy will to do.”

Our quiz this month is about memorials and events which are spoken of in the Word of God. They are also reminders to us of the great works of the Lord, but also in them we see how in some cases God is forgotten. The first letters of the answers will spell out seven words found in Joshua 4.

The Lord said to Noah, “I do set My bow in the cloud, and it shall be for a ______ of a covenant between Me and the earth.”

In the days of Ahab ______ the Bethelite rebuilt the city of Jericho, even though Joshua had pronounced a curse against him who did so.

Cain builded a city, and called the name of the city after the name of his son, ______.

One of Jesus’ disciples said, “Master, see what manner of ______ and what buildings are here!” Jesus answered, “There shall nol be left one stone upon another.”

Joseph called the name of his second son ______: “For God hath caused me to be fruitful in the land of my affliction.”

The city of ______ in Samaria was near the parcel of ground Jacob gave to Joseph, and Jacob’s well was there.

Andrew and another disciple came and saw where Jesus dwelt and abode with Him that day: for it was about the ______ hour.

Moses said to Aaron, “Take a pot, and put an ______ full of manna therein, and lay it up before the Lord, to be kept for your generations.”

The Lord said to Moses at the burning bush, “This is My ______ for ever, and this is My memorial unto all generations.”

Samuel took a stone, and set it between Mizpeh and Shen, and called the name of it ______.

Hezekiah brake in pieces the brasen ______ that Moses had made, for the children of Israel did burn incense to it.

Eve bare another son, and called his name ______ ; For God, said she, hath appointed me another seed instead of Abel.

The prophet Hosea wrote of Ephraim, “Even the Lord God of ______ ; the Lord is his memorial.”

They raised over Achan a great heap of stones, wherefore the name of that place is called the valley of ______, unto this day.

______ said to Jacob, “This heap (of stones) is a witness between me and thee this day.”

In Psalm 49 we read, “They call their ______ after their own names.”

Jacob took the stone that he had for his pillow, and set it up for a pillar, and called the name of that place ______ .

In Aaron’s garments there were two stones upon the shoulders of the ______ for stones of memorial unto the children of Israel.

When they were leaving Egypt, the Lord said to Moses, “This day shall be unto you for a memorial; and ye shall keep it a ______ to the Lord.”

The Lord Jesus said of the woman, “For in that she hath poured this ______ on My body, she did it for my burial; there shall also this be told for a memorial of her.”

The Lord said to Moses, “Bring Aaron’s rod again before the testimony, to be kept for a token against the ______ .”

Eleazar took the brasen censers of the 250 men, and they were made broad plates for a covering of the ______, to be a memorial unto the children of Israel.

The beginning of ______ did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth His glory.

It was at the ruins of the city of Ziklag that we read, “But David ______ himself in the Lord his God.”

Balaam said to Balak, king of the ______, “It shall be said of Jacob and of Israel, What hath God wrought?”

The Jews ______ and took upon themselves to keep two days, that these days of Purim shall not fail from among the Jews, nor the memorial of them perish from their seed.

In Psalm 118 we read, “The stone which the builders ______ is become the head stone of the corner.”

Phineas’s wife named her son ______, saying, “The glory is departed from Israel.”

The angel said to Cornelius, “Thy prayers and thine ______ are come up for a memorial before God.”

______ called his son’s name Noah, saying, “The same shall comfort us concerning our work and toil of our hands.” your answers should be sent to

Garret J. Moerdyk

5211 Woodmont Drive

Kalamazoo, Michigan 49001

Answers to the quiz of last month are as follows —

A Land Flowing with Milk and Honey

— Exodus 3:8

Abram — Genesis 12:1

Lion — Judges 14:8

Altars — 1 Kings 19:10

Naboth — 1 Kings 21:2

Dwelt — 1 Kings 5:25

Fruit — Numbers 13:27

Lot — Genesis 13:10

Obadiah — 1 Kings 18:4

Wild — Matthew 3:4

Isaac — Genesis 26:22

Naomi — Ruth 1:6

Gladness — Acts 14:17

Waste — 1 Kings 17:14

Inhabit — Numbers 35:34

Ten — 1 Kings 4:22-23

Handfuls — Genesis 41:47

Milk — Judges 4:19

Inheritance — 1 Chronicles 16:18

Land — Genesis 50:24

King’s — 2 Samuel 9:13

Almighty — Genesis 28:1-4

Noah — Genesis 9:20

Dressed — Genesis 18:8

Heaven — 2 Kings 7:2

Oath — Genesis 26:3

Nun — Joshua 2:1-9

Eden — Genesis 2:8

Young — 2 Samuel 16:2

Again there are letters to answer —

Irene Verhey

It was nice to hear from you again, Irene. You do have a number of different animals on your farm. Do the hens keep you well supplied with eggs? If we see the great variety of food which we have upon our tables at mealtime, what reason there is to acknowledge the Lord for it!

Leanne Neels

You will have to be more careful, Leanne, especially with that arm. Do you think school will be somewhat more difficult for you this year? Or won’t you have some catching up to do? Every day we must be reminded that it is God who giveth wisdom, and to Him we must turn to seek true wisdom.

Charmain Huisman

Graduation is usually looked to with anticipation, Charmain, but, as you mentioned, it ends a certain period in our lives. Do you have an idea as to what type of work you would like to do in the future, D.V.? Although the word “future” holds much uncertainty in it, it must not leave us unconcerned, but bring us often in prayer for the Lord’s guidance.

Daniel Geuze

Did you do quite well on your exams, Daniel? They serve a purpose, but usually are not something to which we look forward. The word exam is not in the Bible, but we do find forms of the word examine. Do you know of any of them? How far is the farm from your home? How many cows do you have?

Aline Bosch

Where does your Oma live, Aline? Congratulations to your parents and you for their anniversary. Each year there are many days on which we are called to remember the goodness of the Lord in sparing us and providing for us and our loved ones. Of course, every day there is reason enough to do this.

Jonathan Arnoldussen

We seem to hear of quite a few earthquakes of late, Jonathan. Have you ever experienced one? In some places they seldom happen, while in other places they are more frequent, but we do know that they are not in man’s control. Can you think of some which took place in Bible times?

Trina Huisman

We are quite well, Trina. What are you doing during the summer holidays? Two months seems like a long time, but how quickly those months pass by us. Moses prayed, “Teach us to number our days,” and that is also a suitable prayer for young people.

Mary Bosch

It was good to hear that Ronald and Nelly had returned home safely, Mary. In travelling that many miles, we are subject to many dangers. Accidents do happen when only going a short distance, and thus we see how we need the Lord’s protection every moment, as the Psalter says, “in the home and by the way.”

Karin Bertram

Did your uncle and aunt take lots of pictures, Karin? If they did, it will probably take several evenings to see them all. Be sure to give them and also your grandparents our greetings. How are the twins doing? Just like all of us, they do get hungry, and I’m sure they let you know about it

Janella Arnoldussen

What does green mean in your swimmers’ class, Janella? There are usually beginners, intermediate, and advanced classes, but I wasn’t sure which one you would be in. Is your grandmother still in the Netherlands? It is nice that she was still able to make the trip.

Cynthia Huisman

Your letter is the last one this time, Cynthia. You mentioned that two persons had died in your congregation. Then the truth of God’s Word is shown to us, for it says, “It is appointed unto men once to die.” Therefore even boys and girls are taught to pray, “Prepare me, gracious God.”

Many thanks, boys and girls, for your answers to the quiz. In all our planning, also during the summer months, may we never forget that time is precious, and that we soon fly away. May the Lord favor us with His protecting care and with that favor which He shows unto His people.

With love,

Your friend,

“Uncle Garret”

SELF-CONDEMNED

The Lord Barrington once asked Collins, the infidel writer, how it was that, though he seemed to have very little religion himself, he took so much care that his servants should attend church regularly. He replied, “To prevent their robbing or murdering me.”

To such a character, how applicable are these words, “Out of your own mouth will I judge you!”

— Banner of Truth

Janella Arnoldussen (2)

Jonathan Arnoldussen(2)

Bernie Bakker

Billie jo Bakker

Jason Bakker

Joshua Bakker

Aron Bazen

Karin Bertram

Greg Bleeker

Connie Bos

Melanie Bos

Sara Bos

Stephen Bos

Aline Bosch

Mary Bosch

James Bouwmeester

Jennie Bouwmeester

Heather Byl (2)

John Byl (2)

Lindsey Byl (2)

Geraldine DeBoer

Darin Den Boer

Janelle Den Boer

Jason DeVries

Michael Driesen

Sandra Driesen

Gord Eckhardt

Sue Eckhardt

Rachel Ekema

Ruth Ekema

Karen Erkelens

Rebecca Erkelens

Susanna Erkelens

Corwin Fluit

LaRissa Fluit

Thane Fluit

Daniel Geuze

Julie Harris

Brian Hoogendoorn

Carrie Hoogendoorn

Peter Hoogendoorn

Tori Hoogendoorn

David Hoogerheide (2)

Katharine Hoogerheide (2)

Cristina Hook (2)

Susan Hook (2)

Charmain Huisman

Cynthia Huisman

Trina Huisman

Brenda Hulshof

Julie Hulshof

Katie Hulshof

Melanie Kaat

Eric Kamp

Gregory Kamp

Frank Kardux

Myrna Kardux

Kelly Kegel

Kevin Kegel

Kristie Kegel

Lisa Kleppe

Maria Kleppe

Bryan Kleyn

Kerri Kleyn

Alex Klyn

Mary Kranendonk

Daniel Kwekel

Joan Lamain

Sara Lamain

William Lamain

Erik Langerak

Heather Langerak

Daniel Lipsy

Peter Lipsy

Joshua Meeuwse

Lynne Meeuwse

Nathan Meeuwse

Nicole Meeuwse

Leanne Neels

Karen Nyenhuis

Bill Remijn

Heidi Remijn

Sonya Remijn

Daria Rus

Jason Rus

Becky Schelling

Sarah Schipper

Brenda Slingerland

David Slingerland

Jolene Slingerland

Marc Slingerland (2)

Marco Slingerland (2)

Danielle Sporte

Amanda Timmer

Angela Timmer

Alex Van Beek

Eric Van Beek

Kim Van Beek

Paul Van Beek

Robert Van Beek

Melinda Van Grouw

Carey Van Ree

Dawn Van Seters

Doug Van Strien

Jenny Van Strien

Peter Van Strien

Kristy Van Tilburg

Teresa Van Tilburg

Trina Van Tol

Rebecca Van Veldhuizen

Robert Van Veldhuizen

Jason Van Voorst

Larissa Van Voorst

Rachel Van Voorst

Corinna Van Wingerden

Mark Van Wingerden

Marlene Van Wingerden

Paula Van Woudenberg

Diane VandenToorn

Jon VandenToorn

Marsha VandenToorn

Michael VandenToorn

Phillip VandenToorn

Tim VandenToorn

Jacqueline Velthove

Pieter Velthove

Bertus Velthove

Irene Verhey

Ilien Ymker

Janice Ymker

Jean Ymker

Kevin Ymker

Garret J. Moerdyk serves as elder in the Netherlands Reformed Congregation of Kalamazoo, Michigan.

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