introduction test Flashcards

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deep hope

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My deep hope is that you will serve everyone everywhere just like Christ did, in an upside-down, people-first posture, leading the world on mission with God.

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servant leadership

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An upside-down, people-first posture of boldly influencing, intentionally modeling, and humbly empowering others toward the achievement of a shared vision.

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reception

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welcoming joyfully and unconditionally

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4
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persecution

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harassment for following Jesus

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apostle

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a Christian leader on mission with God

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perserverance

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enduring hardship with hope

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humility

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doing nothing out of selfish ambition, but considering God and people first

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encourage

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to summon courage from within someone

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9
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gospel

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the Good News of Jesus

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unity

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oneness, not sameness, in the presence of differences

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empowering

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giving people knowledge, skills, and abilities and the power to take action

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vision

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clear and compelling aspiration

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classroom artifacts

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-welcome mat
-follow me signs
-mission
-upside down globe
-servant towel

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welcome mat

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everyone is welcome in class and in the story of God’s love

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follow me signs

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your invitation to repent and follow Jesus

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mission

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align yourself first with what God is doing in the world

17
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upside down globe

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looking at the world the way Jesus did

18
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servant towel

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a symbol of servant leadership based on the story of John 13

19
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what event marks the beginning of Jesus’ ministry in Mark 1?

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-the baptism of Jesus by john the baptist

20
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who were the first four disciples called by Jesus in Mark 1?

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-simon peter
-andrew
-james
-john

21
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of the four first disciples, what was their occupation and why is that significant?

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-fishermen
-Jesus chooses ordinary, working-class people, which contrasts with societal expectations of leaders

22
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in mark 1:21-28, how does Jesus demonstrate His authority over unclean spirits?

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-He casts out a demon from a man in the synagogue in Capernaum

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in mark 1:40-45, Jesus heals a man with leprosy. qhat does Jesus do after healing him, and why is this significant?

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-Jesus tells the man not to tell anyone but to show himself to the priest
- reflects humility and a focus on the man’s restoration rather than having everyone focus on Jesus

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how does Jesus respond to the paralytic in Mark 2:1-12, and why is this response surprising?

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-Jesus first forgives the man’s sins before healing him
-surprises the religious leaders who believe only God can forgive sins

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What criticism do the Pharisees have of Jesus’ disciples in Mark 2:13-17, and how does Jesus defend them?

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  • criticize the disciples for eating with tax collectors and sinners
    -Jesus defends them by saying He came to call sinners, not the righteous
26
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The Pharisees question Jesus’ association with tax collectors and sinners in Mark 2:16. What does this reveal about the “upside-down” nature of Jesus’ mission and message?

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-Jesus’ willingness to associate with those considered outcasts by society shows that His mission is inclusive and focused on grace and redemption rather than maintaining social boundaries

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In what ways do the actions and teachings of Jesus in Mark 1 and 2 subvert the expectations of religious leaders and the cultural norms of His time? How might this “upside-down” approach challenge our own cultural values today?

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-Jesus subverts expectations by prioritizing people over rules, valuing the marginalized, and demonstrating that true authority comes from service and compassion
- challenges cultural values that prioritize status, wealth, and adherence to social norms

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Compare the reactions of the crowds and the religious leaders to Jesus’ teachings and miracles in Mark 1 and 2. What does this reveal about their differing perspectives?

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-The crowds are amazed and drawn to Jesus
-the religious leaders are increasingly skeptical and antagonistic
-highlights a growing tension between Jesus’ new teachings and traditional religious authority