How Well Do You Know the Gospels? 20 Bible Quiz Questions

Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Four books, one incredible story. The Gospels are the heartbeat of the New Testament, offering us the most detailed and personal account of the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

But beyond the familiar stories, how well do you truly know these four books? Can you identify which Gospel emphasizes Jesus as the suffering servant? Which one begins with the philosophical prologue, “In the beginning was the Word”? And which Gospel contains the most parables?

This quiz features 20 carefully crafted questions designed to test your knowledge of the Gospels. You will explore the unique characteristics of each writer, the key events found in each book, and the deeper themes that make Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John essential to the Christian faith.

Before you begin, please read the following important note to ensure you get the most out of this experience:

Note: After answering all the questions, your result will be displayed, showing how many questions you answered correctly and how many you missed. Please pay close attention and make sure you do not skip any questions, as your result will only be displayed if you answer all of them. If you finish the quiz and your result does not appear, please review your answers to ensure that no question was left unanswered.

After viewing your results, we encourage you to go through all the questions again. You will see the answer you selected and the correct answer clearly indicated, helping you learn and understand the Scriptures even better.

So, how well do you know the Gospels? Let’s find out!

  • Question of

    Which Gospel emphasizes Jesus as the promised King of the Jews, often quoting the Old Testament?

    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
    • Matthew
  • Question of

    Which Gospel is the shortest and most action-packed, often using the word “immediately”?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    Which Gospel emphasizes Jesus’ compassion for the Gentiles and outcasts?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    Which Gospel emphasizes the deity of Christ, presenting Him as the Son of God?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    Which two Gospels begin with a genealogy of Jesus?

    • Mark and John
    • Matthew and Luke
    • Matthew and John
    • Luke and Mark
  • Question of

    In which Gospel do we find the parable of the Good Samaritan?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    Which Gospel records the “I am” statements of Jesus (e.g., “I am the Bread of Life”)?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    The Sermon on the Mount, containing the Beatitudes, is found in which Gospel?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    Which Gospel was written by a doctor and a companion of Paul?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    According to tradition, which Gospel was written by a man who was a tax collector?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    Which Gospel was likely written for a Roman audience, explaining Jewish customs?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    The story of Jesus being found in the temple as a boy is found only in which Gospel?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    Which Gospel begins with the philosophical prologue, “In the beginning was the Word…”?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    The parables of the Lost Sheep, Lost Coin, and Lost Son (Prodigal Son) are found only in…

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    In which Gospel is Jesus’ prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane the most detailed, with sweat like “drops of blood”?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    Which Gospel does NOT contain any parables?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    Who were the first two disciples called by Jesus, according to the Gospel of John?

    • Peter and Andrew
    • James and John
    • Andrew and another disciple (likely John)
    • Philip and Nathanael
  • Question of

    Which Gospel records Jesus’ seven “signs” or miracles, such as turning water into wine?

    • Matthew
    • Mark
    • Luke
    • John
  • Question of

    The transfiguration of Jesus is recorded in which three synoptic Gospels?

    • Matthew, Mark, and John
    • Matthew, Luke, and John
    • Matthew, Mark, and Luke
    • Mark, Luke, and John
  • Question of

    Which Gospel ends with a scene of Jesus’ ascension into heaven?

    • Matthew and Mark
    • Mark and Luke
    • Luke and John
    • All four Gospels

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