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Who was Matthew?
An apostle who was also known as Levi
Who was Mark?
A friend of Paul and Peter
Who was Luke?
A friend of Paul and an Apostle
Who is John?
An apostle who wrote the book of Revelation
Which apostle created the Acts of the Apostles?
Luke
What were the Gospels written for? List 3 reasons.
To convince different groups of people that Jesus was the Son of God
To show people the way to be forgiven
To show people how to have eternal life
Which Gospel is not a synoptic Gospel and why?
John because it is not similar to the other gospels
Which Gospel was written first?
Mark
Which gospel is the longest?
Luke
Which is the shortest Gospel?
Mark
Who were the readers of the Gospel of Matthew and what is the purpose of this Gospel?
Jews, to show Jesus as the Messiah because he fulfilled the scriptures
Who were the readers of the Gospel of Mark and what is the purpose of this Gospel?
Romans, To show Jesus as the Messiah through the work he did
Who were the readers of the Gospel of Luke and what is the purpose of this Gospel?
Greeks and Gentiles, To show Jesus as the Messiah through is love and compassion
Who were the readers of the Gospel of John and what is the purpose of this Gospel?
Everyone, To inspire faith in Jesus as the Messiah
Where does the word Bible come from and what does it mean?
It comes from the Greek word “Biblos” which means “the books”
Where did Mary live?
In Nazareth
How did Mary conceive?
The Holy Spirit came upon her and the power of God overshadowed her
Who was Mary engaged to?
Joseph
When did the angel Gabriel visit Mary?
Six months after Elizabeth became pregnant
What were 3 main points that the angel made to Mary?
Mary would become pregnant She would give birth to a son Jesus would be the son of God Jesus would be king Jesus’ kingdom would last forever
Who did Mary visit in the hill country of Judaea?
Her cousin Elizabeth
Why did Mary visit Elizabeth? List 3 reasons.
Mary wanted to tell Elizabeth about her experience with Gabriel Mary wanted to see that Elizabeth was pregnant Mary needed to hide for some time, because it was shameful to be pregnant and not married
Explain what happened when Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting.
The baby in Elizabeth’s womb leaped for joy, and the Holy Spirit filled Elizabeth and told her who Mary was carrying in her womb.
What was Mary’s song of praise?
Magnificat
List two reasons why Jesus was born in Bethlehem.
It was prophesied by the prophets that he would be born there
Joseph went to Bethlehem for the census
Who appeared to the Shepherds?
The Angel of the Lord
Why did God choose the shepherds to be the first visitors of the baby Jesus?
They represented the poor and the humble people
What was done to the Jewish males eight days after their birth?
They were circumcised and given their name
Name the persons Mary met at the Temple when she presented Jesus as Lord.
Prophetess Anna and Prophet Simeon
What promise did God make to Prophet Simeon?
He would not die until he had seen the Messiah
What was Prophetess Anna’s marital status?
She was a widow
What sacrifice did Mary offer for her purification?
Two turtle doves or two pigeons
Which festival was Jesus taken to in Jerusalem?
The Passover
Why did Mary and Joseph return to Jerusalem after the festival was over?
Jesus was left behind and they went to search for him
How are you doing so far in the questions?
Meh… ok I guess
Who was Zacharias?
A priest
What was Zacharias’ duty in the temple?
To burn incense
Where was Zacharias and what was he doing when the Angel came to him?
In the temple burning incense
Which tribe did Zacharias belong?
Abijah
Why did Zacharias and Elizabeth have no children? (List 2 reasons)
They were too old Elizabeth was barren
List 3 things the angel told Zacharias about the child (John).
He was to be the prophet of the highest He will prepare the way for the Messiah He would preach in the power of the prophet Elijah He should not drink alcohol He will turn the hearts of the people back to God He will be filled with the Holy Spirit
What was the name of the angel that appeared to Zacharias?
Gabriel
What punishment did Zacharias get for his unbelief?
He was made dumb
Why was Elizabeth happy about becoming pregnant?
Because it was a disgrace to be barren (and the Lord took away her social disgrace)
How long did Elizabeth hide herself for during pregnancy?
5 months
How did Zacharias inform the people of the name of the child?
He asked for a piece of paper and wrote down the name “John”
When did the baby get named?
When he was 8 days old
When did the baby (John) get circumcised?
When he was 8 days old
What name did the people (at the circumcision of the baby) want the child to be named?
Zacharias (after his father)
What 3 things took place when Zacharias said the child’s name should be John?
He was able to talk again He began praising God The neighbors were amazed
What was Zacharias’ song of Praise?
Benedictus
Where did John the Baptist preach?
Around the region of Jordon
What did John the Baptist wear?
Camel’s hair and a leather belt around his waist
What did John eat?
Locusts and wild honey
What was the theme of John’s messages?
Baptism and Repentance
What special messages did John the Baptist give the Jewish people around Jordan?
Share your belongings, he who has two coats give to the one who has none
What special message did John give to the Soldiers?
Do not be violent, accuse no one falsely and be satisfied with your pay
Why did John the Baptist get arrested?
Preaching against (King) Herod’s marriage to his brother’s former wife (Herodias)
On what occasion was John the Baptist put to death?
It was Herod’s birthday
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What are 4 types of miracles Jesus did? List them
Miracles over diseases Miracles over nature Miracles over evil spirits Authority over death
What was the name of the lake on which the storm arose?
Sea of Galilee
Where was Jesus and what was he doing when the storm arose?
He was sleeping on the lower part of the boat
How did Jesus rebuke the storm?
He said, “Peace, Be still.”
What type of miracle did Jesus perform over the storm?
Miracle over Nature
What did the leper say to Jesus?
“If you are willing you can make me clean.”
What did Jesus tell the leper when he was healed?
To go to the priest and offer the sacrifice, and don’t tell anyone about the healing
Where did Legion live?
In the land of Gadarenes in the graveyard
How did Legion live?
He was naked, running in the graveyard screaming day and night, and cutting himself with stones
Why was the demons called Legion/Mob?
Because they were many
How did people try to tame Legion?
With heavy chains and fetters
What were the three things Legion asked of Jesus? List them.
Not to torment them Not to send them in the abyss or from the region Allow them to enter the pigs
What happened to the pigs when Legion entered them?
They violently ran down a cliff and drowned in sea
How hold was Jairus’ daughter?
Twelve years old
Why did the servant tell Jairus not to bother Jesus?
The girl had already died
Name the people Jesus took with Him into Jairus’ home?
Peter, James, John, and the girl’s parents
Describe the scene Jesus met at Jairus’ house.
A lot of weeping and wailing
What did Jesus say when he saw how everyone in the house was acting, and what was their response?
Jesus said the girl was not dead but just sleeping, and the people laughed at Jesus
What did Jesus do to Jairus’ daughter to wake her up?
Took the girl by the hand and say “Talitha Cumi”
What do the words “Talitha Cumi” mean?
Damsel I say to you arise
Why did the person with the hemorrhage touch Jesus’ garment?
She wanted to be healed of her plague
How did Jesus know he had been touched (Woman with the Issue of blood)?
He felt power leave his body
Why did Jesus tell the parable of the Rich Fool?
Two brothers were arguing over an inheritance (and Jesus told the Parable to warn against being jealous)
Why did Jesus use Parables? (List two reasons)
To confuse religious leaders To illustrate how God’s Kingdom works
Describe the rich fool.
Selfish, Speech filled with “I”
What problem did the Rich Fool have?
He had nowhere to store his goods
What did the rich fool do?
Tear down his barns to build bigger ones, to relax: eat, drink, and be merry
What did the rich fool forget to do?
Prepare his soul for the afterlife
How were the Rich Fool’s plans spoiled?
He died and left his wealth behind
Where all did the seeds fall that the sower threw?
The side, rocky soil, thorns, and good soil
What do wayside hearts represent?
Deaf ears
What do stony hearts represent?
People with no discipline and get discouraged by persecution
What do thorny hearts represent?
People who hear but are drawn away by pleasures
What do Productive hearts represent?
People who believe and share the word
What did the younger son get from his father that was not normal?
His inheritance early
What did the younger son say to his father when he returned?
I have sinned against heaven and you
Explain what the lost son’s father did when the lost boy came back home.
He gave his son a kiss, ring, robe, and shoes. He killed a fat calf and gave his son a big celebration
What attitude did the eldest son have towards the party the lost boy got?
Self-righteous Pharisees
What was the symbolic meaning of the following in the Parable of the Lost Boy (answer in the following order): Shoes Coat Ring
Freedom Honor Authority
How was the Publican when he was praying and what did he say?
He was humble and he said, “Lord be merciful to me a sinner”.
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