00:16Hello, faith members and welcome to a very special Lenten knowledge challenge. We are
00:22going to test what we know and hopefully go a little deeper into this incredibly important
00:27season. So let's get right to it. So the real question is, are you ready to put that spiritual
00:33knowledge to the test? I hope so because we are about to begin. You know, our goal today is pretty
00:40simple. We are here to learn and to reflect but in a really fun, interactive way. It's not really
00:47about getting a perfect score. It's about the meaning behind all these answers. Okay faith
00:53members, first question on the screen. This is a Lent quiz. The question is, what does the number
01:0040 represent during the season of Lent? You can see 4 options. A. 40 commandments. B. 40 days of
01:08fasting and prayer. C. 40 miracles of Jesus. D. 40 apostles. Now, think carefully.
01:21The correct answer is, option B. 40 days of fasting and prayer. Good job if you selected B. Now let
01:29me
01:29explain simply. The number 40 in the Bible always means testing, repentance and preparation time.
01:36Now faith members, question 2. Which Old Testament prophet called people to repent with the words,
01:42return to the Lord? Options A. Isaiah. B. Jeremiah. C. Joey. D. S.E.K. Timers start. Think carefully.
01:57Correct answer is, option C. Prophet Joel. Prophet Joel preached repentance. He told people to fast,
02:05pray and come back to God. That is exactly what Lent teaches us. Joel, chapter 2, verse 12.
02:13Next, question 3. On which day does the season of Lent begin? Options A. Palm Sunday. B. Good Friday.
02:22C. Ash Wednesday. D. Holy Thursday. Correct answer is, option C. Ash Wednesday. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday.
02:37Ashes remind us that we are dust and need repentance. Genesis, chapter 3, verse 19.
02:44Question 4. Which Old Testament figure fasted for 40 days and nights on Mount Sinai? Options A.
02:51Elijah. B. Moses. C. David. D. Samuel. Think carefully.
03:02Correct answer is, option B. Moses.
03:06Moses fasted 40 days while receiving the 10 commandments. This shows spiritual discipline and closeness with God.
03:14Exodus chapter 34. Exodus chapter 34, verse 28. Question 5. Which practice is not traditionally emphasized during Lent? Options A.
03:24Prayer. B. Fasting. C. Ask giving. D. Celebrating feasts. Think.
03:36Correct answer is, correct answer is, option D. Celebrating feasts. Lent is a serious and prayerful season. It is not
03:44for celebration but for sacrifice.
03:46Matthew, chapter 6, verses from 1 to 6. Question 6. Which prophet walked 40 days to Mount Horeb after fasting?
03:55Options A. Isaiya. B. Jalemaya. C. Elijah. D. Amos.
04:08Correct answer is, option C. Elijah. Elijah walked 40 days and nights with God's strength.
04:16It teaches us endurance and trust in God. 1 Kings, chapter 90, verse 8.
04:22And that's a Lenten challenge.
04:26Now's a good time to take a moment, tally up your score and just reflect on what we've covered today.
04:33So how many did you get right out of 6?
04:36Whatever your score, I really hope this was an enriching and enjoyable experience for you.
04:42The real win here is just learning something new about our faith.
04:47Thank you so much for joining me today.
04:50I truly hope this little quiz has been a blessing.
04:54May you use this Lenten season to prepare your heart and may God bless you.
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