introduction test

Question 1

deep hope

Answer 1

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.

Question 2

servant leadership

Answer 2

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

Question 3

reception

Answer 3

welcoming joyfully and unconditionally

Question 4

persecution

Answer 4

harassment for following Jesus

Question 5

apostle

Answer 5

a Christian leader on mission with God

Question 6

perserverance

Answer 6

enduring hardship with hope

Question 7

humility

Answer 7

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

Question 8

encourage

Answer 8

to summon courage from within someone

Question 9

gospel

Answer 9

the Good News of Jesus

Question 10

unity

Answer 10

oneness, not sameness, in the presence of differences

Question 11

empowering

Answer 11

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

Question 12

vision

Answer 12

clear and compelling aspiration

Question 13

classroom artifacts

Answer 13

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

Question 14

welcome mat

Answer 14

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

Question 15

follow me signs

Answer 15

your invitation to repent and follow Jesus

Question 16

mission

Answer 16

align yourself first with what God is doing in the world

Question 17

upside down globe

Answer 17

looking at the world the way Jesus did

Question 18

servant towel

Answer 18

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

Question 19

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

Answer 19

-the baptism of Jesus by john the baptist

Question 20

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

Answer 20

-simon peter
-andrew
-james
-john

Question 21

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

Answer 21

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

Question 22

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

Answer 22

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

Question 23

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

Answer 23

-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

Question 24

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

Answer 24

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

Question 25

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

Answer 25

• criticize the disciples for eating with tax collectors and sinners
  -Jesus defends them by saying He came to call sinners, not the righteous

Question 26

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?

Answer 26

-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

Question 27

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?

Answer 27

-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

Question 28

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?

Answer 28

-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