GRADE 8 CRE – TEACHING ON PRAYER Quiz

1. What did Jesus teach about where to go when you want to pray?

To the football pitch
To the forest
To the market
To your bedroom
Explanation:

Jesus taught that when you want to pray, you should go to your bedroom in private (Matthew 6:6).

2. According to Jesus, how should you pray?

Without focus or intention
In a loud and showy way
In a boastful manner
With a sincere heart
Explanation:

Jesus taught that your prayers should come from a sincere heart and not be done to show off to others (Matthew 6:5-6).

3. What did Jesus emphasize about the words we use in prayer?

To be genuine and heartfelt
To only speak in a foreign language
To use meaningless words
To be repetitive
Explanation:

Jesus taught that our prayers should be genuine and heartfelt, not just empty words or repetitions (Matthew 6:7).

4. How did Jesus say we should forgive others when we pray?

Only forgive sometimes
Forgive others in the same way God forgives us
Forgive only if they apologize
Never forgive
Explanation:

Jesus taught that when we pray, we should forgive others in the same way God forgives us, without holding grudges (Matthew 6:14-15).

5. What did Jesus say we should focus on when we pray?

Worldly possessions
Material wealth
God's kingdom and righteousness
Gossip
Explanation:

Jesus taught that when we pray, we should focus on seeking God's kingdom and righteousness first (Matthew 6:33).

6. According to Jesus, how long should our prayers be?

As long as public speeches
As many hours as possible
As short as possible
Not too lengthy or wordy
Explanation:

Jesus taught that our prayers should not be lengthy or full of words for the sake of it, but rather genuine and heartfelt (Matthew 6:7).

7. What attitude should we have when we pray, according to Jesus?

Pride
Arrogance
Humility
Judgmental
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we should approach prayer with humility, recognizing our need for God's grace and mercy (Luke 18:9-14).

8. What did Jesus say about praying in public?

It is not necessary
It is important to show off
To avoid it at all costs
To pray in private and not show off
Explanation:

Jesus taught that when we pray, we should do so in private and not to show off to others, as God sees our hearts (Matthew 6:5-6).

9. According to Jesus, what should we prioritize in our prayers?

Personal gain
The needs of others
Political power
Earthly desires
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we should prioritize the needs of others in our prayers, showing love and compassion as we pray (Matthew 6:9-13).

10. What did Jesus say about the motive behind our prayers?

To gain popularity
To communicate with God
To earn money
To impress others
Explanation:

Jesus taught that the motive behind our prayers should be genuine communication with God, not to show off or impress others (Matthew 6:5-6).

11. According to Jesus, how should we end our prayers?

Abruptly
With the phrase 'In Jesus' name'
Without mentioning God's name
Without any conclusion
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we should end our prayers with the phrase 'In Jesus' name', recognizing His authority and power in our lives (John 14:13).

12. How did Jesus say we should approach God in prayer?

With hesitation
With fear and trembling
With confidence and faith
With doubt and disbelief
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we should approach God in prayer with confidence and faith, believing that He hears and answers our prayers (Mark 11:24).

13. What did Jesus say about the timing of our prayers?

On certain days
Only in the morning
Only at night
At all times
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we should pray at all times, not just at specific times of the day or week, to stay connected to God (Luke 18:1).

14. According to Jesus, what should we avoid when we pray?

Being honest
Hypocrisy
Selflessness
Being emotional
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we should avoid being hypocritical in our prayers, but rather be honest and sincere before God (Matthew 6:5-8).

15. What did Jesus say about the importance of forgiveness in prayer?

It is optional
It depends on the situation
It is essential
It is insignificant
Explanation:

Jesus taught that forgiveness is essential in prayer, as we must forgive others in order to be forgiven by God (Matthew 6:14-15).

16. According to Jesus, what should be our attitude towards others when we pray?

Judgmental
Unkind
Compassionate
Critical
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we should be compassionate towards others when we pray, showing love and understanding as we intercede for them (Matthew 5:44).

17. What did Jesus say about the posture of our hearts in prayer?

To be humble
To be prideful
To be arrogant
To be self-righteous
Explanation:

Jesus taught that the posture of our hearts in prayer should be humble, acknowledging our need for God's grace and mercy (Luke 18:9-14).

18. How did Jesus say we should address God in prayer?

With reverence
With disrespect
Formally
Casually
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we should address God in prayer with reverence and respect, recognizing His holiness and majesty (Matthew 6:9).

19. According to Jesus, should we repeat our prayers constantly to be heard?

No, once is enough
Yes, many times
Depends on the situation
Only in church
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we do not need to repeat our prayers constantly to be heard by God, as He knows our needs before we even ask (Matthew 6:7-8).

20. What did Jesus say about the sincerity of our prayers?

It is irrelevant
It doesn't matter
It is important
It is based on performance
Explanation:

Jesus taught that the sincerity of our prayers is important, as God looks at our hearts and motives when we pray (Matthew 6:5-6).

21. According to Jesus, should we use elaborate or fancy words in prayer?

No, keep it simple
Only on important events
It depends on the occasion
Yes, always
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we should keep our prayers simple and sincere, not using elaborate or fancy words to impress others (Matthew 6:7).

22. What did Jesus say about seeking God's will in prayer?

It's not important
Ignore it
Always seek it
Follow blindly
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we should always seek God's will in prayer, aligning our desires with His purposes for our lives (Matthew 6:10).

23. How did Jesus say we should respond to distractions during prayer?

Get frustrated
Ignore them
Get angry
Re-focus on God
Explanation:

Jesus taught that when distractions come during prayer, we should re-focus on God and continue talking to Him, not getting upset or angry (Matthew 6:6).

24. According to Jesus, should we boast about our prayers?

Yes, to gain popularity
Yes, to show off
No, to be humble
No, to be prideful
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we should not boast about our prayers or show them off to others, but rather be humble and sincere in our communication with God (Matthew 6:5-6).

25. What did Jesus say about the faith we should have when we pray?

Strong and unwavering
Half-hearted
Doubtful
Fearful
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we should have strong and unwavering faith when we pray, believing that God will answer according to His will (Mark 11:24).

26. According to Jesus, what should be the motive behind our prayers?

To impress others
Selfish gain
To earn rewards
To glorify God
Explanation:

Jesus taught that the motive behind our prayers should be to glorify God and align our desires with His will, not for selfish gain or to impress others (Matthew 6:9-10).

27. What did Jesus teach regarding where to pray?

To pray privately in your room
To pray in the streets for everyone to see
To pray on top of a mountain
To always pray in the synagogue
Explanation:

Jesus taught that we should pray privately in our rooms to have a personal and intimate connection with God.

28. How did Jesus instruct his disciples to pray?

To only pray for material possessions
To make long and elaborate prayers
To pray with sincerity and simplicity
To repeat the same words over and over
Explanation:

Jesus encouraged his disciples to pray with sincerity and simplicity, focusing on their genuine feelings and needs.

29. What did Jesus say about the hypocrites who prayed in public to be seen by others?

They are the most devout followers
They will receive a reward in heaven
They have already received their reward
They are truly righteous
Explanation:

Jesus warned that hypocrites who pray in public to be seen by others have already received their earthly reward of human praise.

30. According to Jesus, what should be the attitude of one's heart when praying?

Filled with pride and arrogance
Full of demands and complaints
Humble and sincere
Anxious and fearful
Explanation:

Jesus emphasized the importance of humility and sincerity in one's heart when approaching God in prayer.

31. What did Jesus say about forgiving others when praying?

Hold onto grudges and seek revenge
Only forgive if the person apologizes first
Ignore those who have wronged you
Forgive others as God forgives you
Explanation:

Jesus taught the importance of forgiveness in prayer, emphasizing that we should forgive others as God forgives us.

32. What did Jesus say about the length of prayers?

The longer the prayer, the more effective it is
Prayers should be as long as necessary
You should only pray for a short time
Short prayers are more meaningful
Explanation:

Jesus emphasized that prayers should be as long as necessary, with the focus on sincerity and connection with God rather than the length of the prayer.