1 John Bible Quiz
Test your knowledge of the book of 1 John with 10 multiple-choice Bible questions, each with an explanation and the chapter to read.
What is the basis for fellowship with God according to 1 John 1?
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1. What is the basis for fellowship with God according to 1 John 1?
- A) Knowing the law
- B) Having faith in Moses
- C) Performing good deeds
- D) Walking in the light (correct answer)
Answer: Walking in the light. Fellowship with God is based on walking in the light, as He is in the light. 1 John 1
2. What does 1 John 2 say is a sign of knowing God?
- A) Reading scriptures
- B) Performing miracles
- C) Obeying the commandments (correct answer)
- D) Having visions
Answer: Obeying the commandments. Obeying God's commandments is a clear sign of knowing Him. 1 John 2
3. Who are the children of God according to 1 John 3?
- A) Those who attend church
- B) Those who love one another (correct answer)
- C) Those who know the law
- D) Those who are wealthy
Answer: Those who love one another. Believers who love one another are identified as children of God. 1 John 3
4. What is the main commandment given in 1 John 3?
- A) Fast regularly
- B) Love one another (correct answer)
- C) Pray without ceasing
- D) Study the scriptures
Answer: Love one another. The primary commandment emphasized is to love one another. 1 John 3
5. What should believers do to test the spirits according to 1 John 4?
- A) Perform miracles
- B) Follow popular teachings
- C) Seek wealth
- D) Acknowledge Jesus Christ (correct answer)
Answer: Acknowledge Jesus Christ. Believers must acknowledge that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh to test the spirits. 1 John 4
6. What is the hallmark of a true Christian in 1 John 4?
- A) Love for one another (correct answer)
- B) Attendance at church
- C) Wealth and prosperity
- D) Knowledge of scripture
Answer: Love for one another. Love for one another is highlighted as the hallmark of a true Christian. 1 John 4
7. What does 1 John 5 say about overcoming the world?
- A) Faith in Jesus (correct answer)
- B) Following the law
- C) Being wise
- D) Having wealth
Answer: Faith in Jesus. Faith in Jesus is emphasized as the means to overcome the world. 1 John 5
8. According to 1 John 1, what is God described as?
- A) Truth
- B) Darkness
- C) Light (correct answer)
- D) Love
Answer: Light. God is described as light, highlighting His purity and holiness. 1 John 1
9. What does 1 John 2 say about the world?
- A) It is a place of joy
- B) It is a place of peace
- C) It is eternal
- D) It is passing away (correct answer)
Answer: It is passing away. The world is described as passing away, emphasizing its temporary nature. 1 John 2
10. What is the commandment mentioned in 1 John 2:7?
- A) To pray daily
- B) To give to the poor
- C) To love one another (correct answer)
- D) To keep the Sabbath
Answer: To love one another. The commandment to love one another is reiterated in 1 John 2:7. 1 John 2