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Question 1

The 12 disciples sent out by Christ had a primary message they were to proclaim. What was that message?

Answer 1

an announcement of the nearness of the kingdom

Question 2

What event was so miraculous that all 4 gospel writers record it?

Answer 2

feeding the multitude

Question 3

what does the linking of the miracle of the feeding of the multitude and Jesus walking on the water demonstrate?

Answer 3

Power over the natural creation

Question 4

the tradition of the elders was of paramount importance to the Jews. What does the author say was the intention of these traditions?

Answer 4

the intention was to safeguard the Law for the benefit of the populance

Question 5

what four general replies were given to Jesus question, “Who do men say that I am?”

Answer 5

1. John the Baptist
2. Elijah
3. Jeremiah
4. One of the prophets

Question 6

Name the location the author says was a turning point in Jesus’ ministry as Jesus began to share with the disciples the dreadful events that were ahead?

Answer 6

Caesarea Phillipi

Question 7

Which gospel writer records the most specific teaching about the Holy Spirit?

Answer 7

John

Question 8

When Jesus was teaching about the Shepherd that is recorded in John’s gospel, what was the most important characteristic?

Answer 8

that the good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep

Question 9

When Jesus said that we must hate our parents what was Jesus trying to show?

Answer 9

the wholehearted commitment to the cause of discipleship and the cost

Question 10

What three parables did Jesus tell to show the Pharisees that God is all about restoration?

Answer 10

1. parable of the lost sheep
2. parable of the lost coin
3. parable of the prodigal son