gospels Flashcards
1
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gospel meaning
A
stories about jesus’ ministry and life (written fulfilment of god’s messiah covenant)
2
Q
what are the synoptic gospels?
A
gospels written by: Matthew, Mark and Luke
3
Q
Why is John’s gospel considered unique?
A
Spiritual focus, more personal personal perspective, unique content
4
Q
Why are there different gospels with separate writers?
A
- different perspectives
- different audiences
- different place & time
5
Q
What are the four gospel writers/good messengers?
A
Matthew, Mark, Luke, John
6
Q
Gospel Development
A
- Jesus’ life
- Oral
- Evangelists/Early Church
7
Q
Mark
A
Rome, Gentile Christians, suffering son of God
8
Q
Matthew
A
Syria, Jewish Christian, Jesus = Messiah
9
Q
Luke
A
Greece, Poor Gentiles, Jesus = Savior
10
Q
John
A
Turkey, Jews with leader issues, son from heaven
11
Q
Gospels with Jesus Birth narratives
A
Luke and Matthew
