2 Corinthians Bible Quiz
Test your knowledge of the book of 2 Corinthians with 10 multiple-choice Bible questions, each with an explanation and the chapter to read.
Why did Paul change his plans to visit Corinth?
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1. Why did Paul change his plans to visit Corinth?
- A) He was sick
- B) To write a letter
- C) To avoid conflict (correct answer)
- D) To go on a mission trip
Answer: To avoid conflict. Paul explains he changed his plans to avoid causing pain after his previous letter. 2 Corinthians 2
2. What does Paul say about the New Covenant?
- A) It brings transformation (correct answer)
- B) It is for the Jews only
- C) It requires animal sacrifices
- D) It is temporary
Answer: It brings transformation. Paul teaches that the New Covenant brings transformation through faith in Jesus. 2 Corinthians 3
3. What metaphor does Paul use to describe believers in 2 Corinthians 4?
- A) Jars of clay (correct answer)
- B) Mountains
- C) Trees
- D) Gold
Answer: Jars of clay. Paul describes believers as treasures in jars of clay, highlighting their fragility and value. 2 Corinthians 4
4. What is the ministry of reconciliation about?
- A) Promoting charity
- B) Restoring relationships with God (correct answer)
- C) Bringing peace to nations
- D) Ending wars
Answer: Restoring relationships with God. Paul teaches that the ministry of reconciliation is about restoring relationships with God through Christ. 2 Corinthians 5
5. What does Paul encourage the Corinthians to do regarding the collection?
- A) Keep their money
- B) Stop giving
- C) Give only what they can
- D) Give generously (correct answer)
Answer: Give generously. Paul encourages the Corinthians to give generously to help the poor saints in Jerusalem. 2 Corinthians 8
6. What principle does Paul emphasize about giving?
- A) Give reluctantly
- B) Give cheerfully (correct answer)
- C) Give secretly
- D) Give only when wealthy
Answer: Give cheerfully. Paul teaches that giving should be done cheerfully, as an act of worship. 2 Corinthians 9
7. How does Paul defend his apostleship?
- A) By recounting his sufferings (correct answer)
- B) By boasting of his wealth
- C) By comparing himself to others
- D) By citing the law
Answer: By recounting his sufferings. Paul defends his apostleship by recounting the sufferings he has endured for the gospel. 2 Corinthians 11
8. What does Paul say about the Corinthians' response to his sorrowful letter?
- A) They were angry
- B) They ignored it
- C) They were confused
- D) They repented (correct answer)
Answer: They repented. Paul expresses joy because the Corinthians repented after receiving his sorrowful letter. 2 Corinthians 7
9. What does Paul emphasize about believers being a temple?
- A) They should build churches
- B) They are holy (correct answer)
- C) They need to be wealthy
- D) They must avoid unbelievers
Answer: They are holy. Paul teaches that believers are a temple of the Holy Spirit and must live in holiness. 2 Corinthians 6
10. What final instruction does Paul give in his closing?
- A) To avoid gatherings
- B) To pray for the sick
- C) To greet one another (correct answer)
- D) To worship in silence
Answer: To greet one another. Paul concludes with instructions for the conduct of worship and final greetings. 2 Corinthians 13