New Testament

CSB - John Mark - CSB - p.1556 Who was he (2nd paragraph)

 John Mark was Barnabas’ cousin, a companion of Paul and Peter, and the writer of the Gospel of Mark based on Peter’s teachings.

CSB - Luke, The Gospel Contribution to the Bible and % that is unique (p.1598)

 Luke wrote both Luke and Acts, making up about 27% of the New Testament. Around 59% of his Gospel is unique to Luke.

CSB - Magos - definition, CSB- p.1498

 “Magos” means wise man or magician — it’s the word used for the “magi” (wise men) who visited baby Jesus.

CSB - Matthew's name's meaning: CSB p.1494

Matthew means “Gift of Yahweh” or “Gift of God.”

CSB- In whose house did the disciples celebrate the Passover. p.1556

 In a large upper room in Jerusalem — traditionally believed to be the home of John Mark’s mother.

Dates: The date for the fall of Jerusalem to the Babylonians

586 BC

Dates: The date for the fall of Samaria to the Assyrians

722 BC

Dates: The date given for the final destruction of the temple

AD 70

Gospel message

Jesus, the Son of God, died for our sins, rose again, and offers eternal life to all who believe in Him.

Gospel of John: Authorship

Written by John the Apostle, the “disciple whom Jesus loved,” brother of James.

Gospel of John: date for writing

Around AD 90–100.

Gospel of John: How did John emphasize Jesus' divine essence?

 By showing Jesus as the eternal Word of God (“In the beginning was the Word”), using “I AM” statements, and showing His unity with the Father.

Gospel of John: How does it differ from the synoptic Gospels?

John focuses more on theology than stories — fewer parables and miracles, longer teachings, and unique events not found in Matthew, Mark, or Luke.

Gospel of John: How many and names of books authored by John

Five — Gospel of John, 1 John, 2 John, 3 John, and Revelation

Gospel of John: How many miracles were recorded and which one was the first?

 Seven miracles (signs). The first was turning water into wine at Cana.

Gospel of John: Incarnation and John 1:14

 “The Word became flesh and lived among us.” This means Jesus (God) became human.

Gospel of John: Lazarus and the consequences of the miracle.

Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead. Many believed, but the religious leaders began plotting to kill Jesus.

Gospel of John: More about the author and who was his brother?

John was the son of Zebedee and brother of James, both fishermen and among Jesus’ first disciples.

Gospel of John: Principle of Faith

 Faith in Jesus as the Son of God brings eternal life.

Gospel of John: Suggest that Jesus' ministry lasted how many years?

 About 3 years (based on the number of Passovers mentioned).

Gospel of John: Summary concerning the principle of faith

 Faith means trusting and believing in Jesus for salvation and eternal life.

Gospel of John: Theme given in Class

 “That you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name.” (John 20:31)

Gospel of John: Who was Lazarus and how did the people and religious leaders react?

 Lazarus was Jesus’ friend from Bethany. After he was raised, many believed in Jesus, but the religious leaders became angry and plotted His death.

Gospel of Luke: Authorship

 Written by Luke, a Gentile doctor and companion of Paul.

Gospel of Luke: Dating of the Gospel is tied to Book of _________

Acts — since Luke wrote both, their dates are connected.

Gospel of Luke: How old was Jesus when he started his ministry?

about 30 years old

Gospel of Luke: Particulars about the author

 Luke was a physician, a historian, and the only non-Jewish New Testament writer.

Gospel of Luke: Prologue

 Luke begins with a formal introduction explaining he carefully investigated everything to give an orderly account for Theophilus.

Gospel of Luke: Role of women

 Luke highlights women more than other Gospels — showing their faith, roles in Jesus’ ministry, and importance in God’s plan.

Gospel of Luke: Theophilus

A Greek name meaning “lover of God.” Likely Luke’s patron or an early believer he addressed his writings to.

Gospel of Mark: Barnabas' and Mark's relationship

 Barnabas was Mark’s cousin and missionary partner.

Gospel of Mark: Theme given in class

Jesus as the Suffering Servant and Son of God who came to serve and give His life.

Gospel of Mark: whose sermons and recollections did Mark record

Peter’s — Mark’s Gospel is based on Peter’s eyewitness accounts.

Gospel of Matthew: Emphasis on Jesus as the savior of Jews and Gentiles

 Matthew shows Jesus as the Jewish Messiah and also Savior for all nations.

Gospel of Matthew: Matthew and the church

 Matthew mentions the church (ekklesia) directly and emphasizes church community and leadership.

Gospel of Matthew: Theme

 Jesus is the promised King and Messiah who fulfills Old Testament prophecy.

Gospels: What type of literature

They are biographical narratives telling the life and teachings of Jesus (ancient biography).

Gospels: who among the Apostles were brothers?

 Peter and Andrew; James and John.

Jesus: Which Gospels discuss Jesus' childhood?

Matthew and luck

Jesus: in which political district was Jesus born?

Judea (in Bethlehem).

Jesus: John the Baptist

 The prophet who prepared the way for Jesus, preached repentance, and baptized Him.

Jesus: How does John's Gospel help us determine the length of Jesus' ministry?

 By recording at least three Passovers during His ministry, showing it lasted about 3 years.

Jesus: Jesus' Baptism and significance

 Jesus was baptized by John to identify with sinners, mark the start of His ministry, and show obedience to God.

Jesus: What marks the beginning and end of Jesus' public ministry

Beginning: His baptism. End: His crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension.

Jesus: Jesus' headquarters in Galilee  

Capernaum

Jesus: Jesus' last days: Golgotha is an Aramaic word meaning?  

Aramaic word meaning “skull,” designating the place

outside Jerusalem, where Jesus was crucified

Jesus: meaning of the name  

“Yahweh saves” or “Yahweh is salvation.”

Jesus: Passion week: how many trials did Jesus face between Thursday and Friday?  

Jesus planned for the passover meal with his disciples but got arrested and faced crucifixion

Jesus: Relationship with John the Baptist  

John was a transitional figure who was the forerunner for the Messiah. He baptized Jesus.

Jesus: Sources of information about Jesus  

The New testament

Jesus: The life of Jesus Christ - Jesus' significance  

 Jesus is a teacher and savior. True meaning in life comes through knowing Jesus.

Jesus: Where did Jesus grow up, and the district  

Nazareth of Galile

Jesus: Where was Jesus born and the district?  

Bethlehem of Judea

Jesus: who made up the Inner Circle of Apostles  

Peter, James, and John

Jesus: How old did Luke say Jesus was when he began his public ministry?  

30

Sabbath: what day of the week is the Jewish Sabbath  

saturday

Samaritan People in Jesus' day 

Mixed population, both religiously and racially

 Synoptic Gospels  

The term is applied to Matthew, Mark and Luke because they contain similar material 

Synoptic Gospels: suggest that Jesus' ministry lasted ______ year? 

one year and a half

Term - Church, and which Gospel contains the word "church?"  

Assembly, said in the Gospel of Matthew

Term: "Christ" is the Greek word for what Hebrew word?  

anointed King

Allegory

Deeper spiritual meaning beyond what's implied

Faith

Belief

Gnosticism

Salvation through knowledge of Christ

Golgotha

The place of the skull

Immanuel

The name God gives to his son, meaning “God is with us”

Parable

can range from a short, compact saying to a complete story that conveys a profound spiritual truth

Sabbath

Sacred day of rest

Salvation

 Being rescued from sin by Christ.

Sanhedrin

The supreme Jewish legislative and judicial council in ancient Israel

Trinity

 Father, son, and holy spirit