Bible Heroes & Miracles: Family Quiz on Esther, Paul, Peter & More

Family Friendly Fun Quiz: Bible Edition - Article 4

31. Esther's Royal Ascension

• Question: Who became queen and saved her people in the Bible?
• Answer: Esther. Esther 2:17 states, "The king loved Esther more than all the women, and she won grace and favor in his sight... so he set the royal crown on her head and made her queen."
• Fun Fact: Esther's story is celebrated during the Jewish festival of Purim.

32. Fiery Furnace Survival

• Question: Who survived the fiery furnace in the Bible?
• Answer: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Daniel 3:25 describes, "I see four men unbound, walking in the middle of the fire, and they are not hurt; and the fourth has the appearance of a god."
• Fun Fact: This story is often cited as a powerful example of faith and divine protection.

33. Paul's Conversion

• Question: Who experienced a dramatic conversion on the road to Damascus?
• Answer: Paul. Acts 9:3-4 says, "As he neared Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, ‘Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?’"
• Fun Fact: Paul's conversion marked a significant turning point in the spread of Christianity.

34. The Angel's Visit to Mary

• Question: Who was visited by an angel and told she would give birth to Jesus?
• Answer: Mary. Luke 1:30-31 narrates, "The angel said to her, 'Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus.'"
• Fun Fact: Mary's acceptance of this message is seen as an act of great faith and humility.

35. Samuel's Call

• Question: Which young boy heard God's call in the night?
• Answer: Samuel. 1 Samuel 3:4 tells us, "Then the Lord called Samuel. Samuel answered, 'Here I am.'"
• Fun Fact: Samuel's story highlights the importance of listening for and responding to God's call.

36. Jesus Calming the Storm

• Question: Who calmed a storm with just his words?
• Answer: Jesus. Mark 4:39 recounts, "He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, 'Quiet! Be still!' Then the wind died down and it was completely calm."
• Fun Fact: This miracle demonstrates Jesus' power over nature and his ability to bring peace.

37. Solomon's Wisdom

• Question: Who wisely resolved a dispute between two mothers claiming the same baby?
• Answer: Solomon. 1 Kings 3:27 says, "The king said, 'Give the living baby to the first woman. Do not kill him; she is his mother.'"
• Fun Fact: Solomon's wisdom in this judgment is legendary and often cited as a benchmark for fair and wise leadership.

38. Peter's Water Walk

• Question: Who briefly walked on water in the Bible, besides Jesus?
• Answer: Peter. Matthew 14:29 narrates, "Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus."
• Fun Fact: Peter's walk on water is symbolic of both faith and doubt in Christian teachings.

39. Zacchaeus in the Tree

• Question: Who climbed a tree to see Jesus as he passed by?
• Answer: Zacchaeus. Luke 19:4 states, "So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-fig tree to see him, since Jesus was coming that way."
• Fun Fact: Zacchaeus' story teaches about transformation and the impact of Jesus' acceptance.

40. Abraham's Journey

• Question: Who was called by God to leave his home and journey to Canaan?

• Answer: Abraham. Genesis 12:1 recounts, "The Lord had said to Abram, 'Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you.'"

• Fun Fact: Abraham's journey is considered the starting point of the Israelite nation's history.