Philippians Bible Quiz
Test your knowledge of the book of Philippians with 10 multiple-choice Bible questions, each with an explanation and the chapter to read.
What does Paul thank God for in his letter to the Philippians?
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1. What does Paul thank God for in his letter to the Philippians?
- A) Their knowledge of the law
- B) Their partnership in the gospel (correct answer)
- C) Their financial support
- D) Their spiritual gifts
Answer: Their partnership in the gospel. Paul expresses gratitude for their partnership in spreading the gospel. Philippians 1
2. Which mindset does Paul encourage the Philippians to adopt?
- A) The mind of Christ (correct answer)
- B) The mind of Moses
- C) The mind of John
- D) The mind of Peter
Answer: The mind of Christ. Paul urges the Philippians to have the same mindset as Christ, emphasizing humility. Philippians 2
3. What does Paul consider as loss compared to knowing Christ?
- A) His reputation
- B) His earthly gains (correct answer)
- C) His family
- D) His education
Answer: His earthly gains. Paul states that all his earthly gains are considered loss for the sake of knowing Christ. Philippians 3
4. What does Paul advise the Philippians to do in every situation?
- A) Pray and give thanks (correct answer)
- B) Fast and pray
- C) Study the scriptures
- D) Rejoice and complain
Answer: Pray and give thanks. Paul instructs them to pray about everything and give thanks in all situations. Philippians 4
5. Who does Paul mention as sending greetings to the Philippians?
- A) Caesar's household (correct answer)
- B) The apostles
- C) The church in Rome
- D) The elders of Jerusalem
Answer: Caesar's household. Paul includes greetings from those in Caesar's household in his closing remarks. Philippians 4
6. What does Paul say he has learned to be content in?
- A) Wealth and prosperity
- B) All circumstances (correct answer)
- C) Fame and recognition
- D) Health and happiness
Answer: All circumstances. Paul shares that he has learned to be content in all circumstances he faces. Philippians 4
7. What does Paul encourage the Philippians to do with their worries?
- A) Write them down
- B) Ignore them
- C) Pray about them (correct answer)
- D) Share with others
Answer: Pray about them. Paul encourages them to pray about everything that worries them. Philippians 4
8. What does Paul say about false teachers?
- A) They are to be welcomed
- B) They should be debated
- C) They are enemies of the cross (correct answer)
- D) They should be ignored
Answer: They are enemies of the cross. Paul warns the Philippians that false teachers are enemies of the cross of Christ. Philippians 3
9. What does Paul say is the source of his strength?
- A) His faith
- B) His friends
- C) His education
- D) Christ who strengthens him (correct answer)
Answer: Christ who strengthens him. Paul states that he can do all things through Christ who gives him strength. Philippians 4
10. How does Paul describe his relationship with the Philippians?
- A) As a duty
- B) As a burden
- C) As a partnership (correct answer)
- D) As a rivalry
Answer: As a partnership. Paul describes their relationship as a partnership in the gospel. Philippians 1