Febuary Mocks Flashcards
Retell the story of the man with the evil spirit
-In the synagogue in Capernaum, Jesus began to teach on the sabbath.
-They were amazed because he taught them with “authority”, unlike the teachers of law.
-A man with an evil spirit came into the synagogue and said “what do you want with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Are you here to destroy us? I know who you are you are gods holy messenger”
-Jesus ordered the spirit to “be quiet and come out of the man!”
- The evil sprit shook him hard, screamed and came out of the man.
- They were amazed at Jesus’ new teaching and his power over evil spirits
- The news spread over Galilee.
What is the meaning of the story ‘A man with an evil spirit’
- it was accepted at the time of Jesus that there was millions of evil spirits in the world and it was thought that these spirits could possess people and cause mental & physical illness.
-Jesus spoke to the spirit not the man. The evil spirit recognises Jesus as the messiah using the title “gods holy messenger”. People was impressed by his authority over spirits and demons.
It shows that he is gods son as he is able to heal the man , evil spirit or illness it is a miracle.
What is the significance of the story “a man with an evil spirit”
- This story shows us Jesus’ compassion towards healing people. He saves people from SINS, SUFFERING and SPIRITS.
- The Jews believed that when the messiah arrived,he would destroy evil spirits and demons.
- By simply using words, Jesus is able to drive the evil spirit out from the man. By driving out the spirit Jesus shows he has authority over evil. Through Jesus, god conquers evil.
- The evil spirit recognised who Jesus was unlike the crowd. At this point in ministry Jesus wasn’t ready to let the world know that he was the messiah.
Retell the story ‘Jesus heals the boy with an evil spirit”
-Teachers of law and disciples were arguing. Jesus asked them what they were arguing about.
- A man in the crowd said “teacher I brought my son, because he has an evil spirit in him. Whenever it attacks he foams at is mouth,grits his teeth and becomes stiff. Your disciples could not drive the spirit out.”
- Jesus said “How unbelieving are you! Bring the boy to me!”
- As soon as the spirit saw Jesus it threw the boy into a fit. “How long has he been like this?’ Asked Jesus. The man replied “since childhood, help us if you possibly can”
- “Yes, everything is possible for a person with faith” said Jesus.
- The father cried out “I do have faith! Help me have more!”
- Jesus commanded the spirit to come out of the boy.
- The spirit screamed, threw the boy into a fit and came out.
- Everyone said “he is dead!” But Jesus took the boy by the hand and helped him stand.
- The disciples then asked Jesus “why could we not drive the spirit out?” Jesus answered “Only prayer can drive this kind out.”
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Retell the story of “Jesus heals many”
- as soon as they left the synagogue they went with James and john to the house of Simon and Andrew.
- Simons mother in law was in bed with a fever.
- Jesus went to her and took her hand and helped her up.
- The fever left her and she began to wait on them.
- That evening after sunset the people brought Jesus all the sick and demon possessed.
- the whole town altered at the door and Jesus healed many.
- He also drove out many demons but he would not let them speak because they knew who he was.
What does healing miracles teach Christian’s?
1- to be compassionate to those that are sick “ he took her hand and helped her up” this shows us Jesus was faithful.
2- Never turn away people who seek help or comfort.
Why would the Jesus heals many miracle cause controversy?
- The healing of Simon’s mother in law took place on the sabbath so Jesus is breaking Jewish law that said no work on the sabbath.
- Jesus was willing to help people before the strict regulations of the Jewish law.
- NO WORK…cooking,driving,shopping or using electrical appliances.
What I the significance of “Jesus Heals many?”
- the Jewish leaders believed that Jesus healing on the sabbath was breaking the law of the Ten Commandments.
- Jesus disagreed with the Jewish leaders because they had too many rules protecting the law.
- Jesus could have waited until after the sabbath to heal but he wanted them to look at the law differently. The Ten Commandments were about loving god and loving your neighbour not about keeping rules.
- Simons mother in law immediately began to wait on them. This shows the speed of her cure. Christians today should use peters mother in law as an example today. She was very grateful when Jesus cured her and showed her gratitude by waiting on Jesus. We should be grateful today for all that Jesus does for us when he helps us with our problems in life and answers our prayers.
Retell the story of the woman with the haemorrhage.
- there was a woman who had a severe bleeding for 12 years.
- she has sent her money on doctors but only got worse
- she heard about Jesus and thought “if I touch his clothes I will get well”
- Jesus felt the power gone out of him. He asked the crowd “who touched my clothes?’
-the disciples were shocked because there was a large crowd. - the woman realised she was cured.
- she came forward and told Jesus what happened.
- Jesus said to her “my daughter,your faith has made you well. Go in peace and be healed of your trouble.”
Retell the story of the woman with the hemmorage
- there was a woman who had a severe bleeding for 12 years.
- she has sent her money on doctors but only got worse
- she heard about Jesus and thought “if I touch his clothes I will get well”
- Jesus felt the power gone out of him. He asked the crowd “who touched my clothes?’
-the disciples were shocked because there was a large crowd. - the woman realised she was cured.
- she came forward and told Jesus what happened.
- Jesus said to her “my daughter,your faith has made you well. Go in peace and be healed of your trouble.”
Why is faith important In the story “the woman with the hemmorage”
- Faith is important because Jesus was not angry at her touching him, he was impressed by her faith. ‘If I touch his clothes I will be well’.
- The importance of faith is the main teaching from this miracle,Jesus wants everyone to show the same faith as this woman.
- Jesus commands the woman to ‘go in peace,your faith has made you well’ Jesus knew that his miracles were permanent and involved spiritual and physical healing.
Retell the story “the man with the paralysed hand”
- in the synagogue there was a man with a shrivelled hand.
- some Pharisees were there to see if Jesus would heal on the sabbath.
Jesus told the man to come to the front and said “what does our law allow us o do on the sabbath? To help or to harm?to save a mans life or destroy it?” - the people were silent. Jesus was angry and felt sorry for them because they were stubborn.
Jesus said to the man “stretch out your hand” he stretched it out and was completely restored.
The Pharisees left and herodians made plans to kill Jesus.
Why did Jesus heal the man on the sabbath?
- by healing the man Jesus was putting him out of his suffering and doing good for others came before the law.
- Jesus wanted to highlight that saving a life was much more than preventing death; it was about allowing someone to enjoy life to the fullest. Jesus claimed the right to heal on the sabbath to help someone in need. He did not believe it was breaking the 3rd commandment. He believed he was doing good which shows what the sabbath is about.
Retell the story “jairus’ daughter”
- jairus was at the synagogue and saw Jesus and begged him to help his daughter.
- “my little girl is very ill. Please come and place your hands on her that she will be well”
- some messengers came from jairus’ house and said “your daughter has died,why bother the teacher!”
- Jesus said “ don’t be afraid only believe” and took peter and James and john to his jairus’ house.
- Jesus went in and said “why are you crying? The child is not dead only sleeping”
- he went to the girls room and said “little girl I tell you to get up”
- she got up
- Jesus said tell no one and get her to eat.
What can Christian’s learn from this miracle in the story jairus’ daughter?
- Jesus has power over death. Jesus can save people from death. Jesus is presented as the son of god saviour.
- Jesus responds to those that have faith.
- despite having lost all hope. Jesus tells jairus “don’t be afraid just believe.” Christians should have trust and faith in Jesus.
How was faith important in the healing of jairus’ daughter
- jairus was a religious leader it was surprising that he asked Jesus for help.
- this shows that not all the religious leaders were against Jesus.
- jairus had faith even when he was told his daughter was dead.
Retell the story “ The syro-Phoenician woman’s daughter”
- Jesus went to a house near tyre.
- a syro-Phoenician woman’s daughter was possessed by a demon.
- she begged Jesus to help her daughter.
- Jesus said “let us feed the children first. It isn’t right to take the children’s food and throw it to the dogs”
- the woman replied “sir even the dogs under the table eat the children’s leftovers”
- Jesus said for such a reply the demon has left your daughter.
What did the woman mean when she said “even the dogs under the table eat the children’s leftovers”
- she meant the gentiles like her can have faith and need Jesus
- Jesus was testing her faith and she proved she had a strong faith even though she was not a Jew one of the chosen people.
- she believed her daughter was healed even though she didn’t see it happen.
What can Christian’s learn from the story “the Syro-Phoenician woman’s daughter”
- the woman was persistent. Her response was witty and it shows how she accepted Jesus’ remark. However she demanded she could have share in Jesus’ teachings to heal her daughter.
-Jesus was impressed by her answer,her logic and her quick wittiness. Her faith in his power led Jesus to heal her daughter. - Jesus helped people who needed help “love your neighbour”
What does the story of the Syrian-Phoenician woman’s daughter teach us about Jesus?
- the story shows that firstly Jesus I saviour to all mankind and everyone has the right to experience gods love through Jesus if they have faith this idea is called UNIVERSALISM.
- it shows Jesus has the power to save people from sin and suffering.
- Jesus rewards her faith by curing her daughter,his power is so great he can heal from a distance.
What do miracles teach us about Jesus?
- miracles demonstrate the close relationship Jesus had with god,his father. It is through the power of god that Jesus is able perform miracles. Miracles proved that Jesus’ teachings were true and Jesus was who he said he was.
How long did the woman with the hemmorage bleed?
12 years
What was wrong with simons mother?
She had a fever
What happened when the seed fell on the floor?
The birds ate it
Retell the story of the mustard seed
What shall we say the kingdom of God is like? asked jesus. “What parable shall we use to explain it? A man takes a mustard seed,the smallest seed in the world and plants it in the ground. After a while it becomes the biggest plant. It became so big that birds came and planted nests.
Retell the story of the growing seed
Jesus said “the kingdom of god is like this. A man scatters seed in his field. He sleeps at night and is up and about during the day while the seeds grow. Her he does not know how it happens. The soil makes the plant grow and bear fruit, first the tender stalk appears then the ear and finally the ear full of corm. When the corm is ripe the man cuts it because harvest season has come.
Why did Jesus use children an example in entry of the kingdom?
This story has been made to mean that the followers of Jesus can be any age or religion. Jesus should show some of the qualities children have. This does not mean being childish having a pure heart and trusting in god, children should show trust in adults and adults must show trust in god.
What can people learn today from Jesus healing miracles?
People can learn that not every sickness or likeness is healed with doctors or medicine, it can be healed with faith as long as you believe in Jesus. People today need proof in order to believe. Many people believe that Jesus healing miracles was good luck or a coincidence. Christmas believe prayer can cure people,it gives them strength to cope with illness.
