Answers in The Bible
Here are Bible-related topics that begin with the letter "J" along with brief explanations or references:
People:
Jesus – The central figure of Christianity, the Son of God and Savior of the world.
Jacob – Son of Isaac, later named Israel; father of the twelve tribes of Israel.
Joseph – (Old Testament) Jacob’s son, sold into slavery, who rose to power in Egypt.
Joseph – (New Testament) The earthly father of Jesus.
John the Baptist – The forerunner of Jesus who preached repentance and baptized people.
Jonah – A prophet swallowed by a great fish for fleeing God’s call.
Joshua – Moses’ successor who led the Israelites into the Promised Land.
Jezebel – A queen known for her idolatry and opposition to God’s prophets.
Places:
Jerusalem – The holy city central to biblical history and prophecy.
Jordan River – Where Jesus was baptized and a site of many key events.
Jericho – The city whose walls fell after Joshua’s army marched around them.
Joppa – A port city mentioned in the stories of Jonah and Peter.
Judea – A region significant in the ministry of Jesus.
Concepts:
Judgment – God’s righteous evaluation of humanity’s actions.
Justice – A central attribute of God, emphasizing fairness and righteousness.
Joy – A fruit of the Spirit and a theme of celebration in the Bible.
Justification – Being declared righteous by faith in Jesus Christ.
Books of the Bible:
John – A Gospel focusing on Jesus as the Son of God.
James – A New Testament letter addressing faith and works.
Judges – A historical book about Israel’s leaders before the monarchy.
Job – A wisdom book exploring suffering and God’s sovereignty.
Jeremiah – A prophetic book calling Israel to repentance.
Joel – A prophetic book focusing on the Day of the Lord.
Joshua – A historical book about the conquest of Canaan.
Jude – A New Testament letter warning against false teachers.
Objects and Symbols:
Jar of oil – Symbolic of provision and anointing (e.g., Elijah and the widow).
Jewel – Represents value and God’s care for His people.
Javelin – A weapon mentioned in various battles (e.g., Saul’s attempt to kill David).
Justice scales – Symbolize fairness and judgment.
Events:
Jesus’ birth – The incarnation of the Son of God.
Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection – Central events of the Gospel.
Jacob’s ladder – A vision of angels ascending and descending a staircase to heaven.
Joshua’s conquest – The taking of the Promised Land by the Israelites.
Jonah’s mission – His call to preach repentance to Nineveh.