New Testament Survey I Final

Identify the following for the book of Luke:

Audience -

Theophilus, Gentiles (L)

What is the focus of each major section of Luke?

1. Preparation of the Savior

2. The Savior's Galilean ministry

3. The Savior's ministry approaching Jerusalem

4. Conclusion of the Savior's ministry

What was the purpose of John the Baptist's ministry?

John’s purpose was to point the spotlight to Jesus Christ

What OT passage provides the framework for the Galilean ministry?

Isaiah 61

What is the theme of the parables in Luke 15?

Sinners/outcasts being sought and found.

What is the subject matter of the Olivet Discourse?

Looming judgement, both in the near and far term.

How does the ending of Luke fit into the overall purpose of the book?

The Great Commission given at the end of the book solidifies the main thrust of Luke, that Jesus is the Savior of the world.

What is the significance of Peter's confession?

The confession of Peter and Jesus' revelation of His death and resurrection set up the next major geographical shift in Luke's narrative.

What is the significance of Gabriel's prophecy to Zechariah?

Gabriel's words to Zechariah break 400 years of silence and marks the fulfillment of Malachi 3:1 and Malachi 4:5-6.

Identify the following for the book of John: Location -

Ephesus

What two themes are repeatedly contrasted in John?

Rejection and Reception

What are the literary features emphasized in John?

1. Simplicity 2. Contrasts 3. Irony

What is the driving question of the Cana cycle?

How will you respond to the signs and speech of Jesus and about Jesus?

What is the most dominant theme in John's Gospel?

Jesus is the Son of God

Which event is the first sign in John's Gospel?

Jesus turns water into wine at Cana.

What are the aspects of the nature and purpose of Jesus' signs?

1. Displays Jesus' messianic power

2. Authenticates Jesus' message and identity

3. Calls for a response of faith

What does Jesus mean when he says, "eat my flesh and drink my blood" in John 6?

They are metaphors for ingesting the reality of belief.

Physical bread is a staple for physical life,

Belief in Jesus is the staple for spiritual life.

You need to eat and accept your need for Christ's redeeming work on the cross.

Where is the "Farewell Discourse" located in John?

John 13-17

What is the driving question of the Festival Cycle?

Will you accept or will you stumble over Jesus' heavenly origin?

What act models humble, sacrificial love in John 13?

Washing the feet of the disciples.

Why does Jesus promise the coming of the Spirit in John 14-16?

To mediate the presence of Jesus as the disciples continue to love and obey Him.

What is the seventh and last sign in John's Gospel?

Jesus' resurrection.

What is the main idea of John 21?

Peter is restored from his denial of Christ and commissioned for leadership over Christ's flock.

Identify the two main figures in Acts.

Peter and Paul

Identify the theme verse of Acts.

Acts 1:8

“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and ^rSamaria, and ^sto the end of the earth.”

What are the main geographical divisions in Acts?

Judea, Samaria, Galilee, Perea, Decapolis

What is the significance of the Samaritan's reception of the Spirit in Acts 8?

The Samaritans were long-standing enemies of those in Judea, as the Samaritans weren't invited to rebuild the temple and adopted pagan practices. Their reception of the Holy Spirit meant God's redemptive plan extended even to people as frowned upon as them.

Why did God choose Saul?

To be an instrument sounding the Gospel, primarily to Gentiles. See Galatians 1:15-16.

Which group did the gospel officially reach in Acts 10?

The Gentiles

What was the matter being debated at the Jerusalem council?

Do Gentile Christians need to follow the Law of Moses to be saved?

In which city did Paul spend 3 years during his 3rd missionary journey?

Ephesus.

What does Paul focus on during his trial before Herod Agrippa II?

Proclaiming the Gospel message.

Identify the following for the book of Luke:

Date of writing -

60 AD

Identify the following for the book of Luke: Purpose -

To record an orderly account of Jesus' life for Theophilus, so that he may have certainty in what he has been taught.

Identify the following for the book of Luke:

Main Idea -

Jesus is the Savior of the world.

Identify the following for the book of Acts: Audience -

Theophilus, Gentiles

Identify the following for the book of Acts:

Date of writing -

62 AD

Identify the following for the book of Acts: Purpose -

To give Theophilus an accurate and orderly account of the origins of Christianity.

Identify the following for the book of Acts:

Main idea -

The work of the Holy Spirit through His messengers to spread the Gospel.

Identify the following for the book of John:

Audience -

Ephesian believers. Specifically Jews are the main audience.

Identify the following for the book of John:

Purpose -

So that you may believe, and that by believing you may have life in His name.

Identify the following for the book of John:

Occasion -

John knew about the synoptic Gospels and wanted to give new and complimentary material.

Luke Outline Main Idea:

Jesus is the Savior of the World

"For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost." (19:10)

Luke Outline: Judea

Prologue 1:1-2:52

Luke Outline: Primarily Galilee

Preparation of the Savior 3:1-4:13

The Savior’s Galilean Ministry 4:14-9:50

Luke Outline: On the way to Jerusalem

The Savior’s Ministry Approaching Jerusalem

9:51-19:27

Luke Outline: Jerusalem

Conclusion of the Savior’s Ministry 19:28-21:38

Epilogue 22:1-24:53

2 Major sections in Acts:

The Apostle Peter (1-12)

1. The Gospel advances in Jerusalem (1:1-8:4)

2. The Gospel advances in Judea and Samaria (8:5-12:25)

2 Major Sections in Acts:

The Apostle Paul (13-28)

1. The Gospel advances to the ends of the earth (13:1-28:31)