Multiple Choice (14) (28) Flashcards
What is the Greek word for Kingdom?
Basileia
Define Kingdom
Kingdom, Realm, Rule
Act of ruling, royal power, royal rule
Define Kingdom of God
God’s Rule, the royal reign of God
Why does matthew use the term “heaven” instead of “God?”
He writes to Jews, and therefore does not speak the name of God.
The rule of God in the heart is: (3 things versus their opposites)
Moral, not nationalistic
Spiritual, not material
Actual, not ideal
THe rule of God in the world is: (3 things)
Social, not individualistic
Universal, not just local
It is not yet complete
Where is the kingdom of God now? (2 things)
- Literal K on hold until Jesus returns.
2. Figurative in the church
Bethesda has A) 4 pillars B) 5 columns C) 4 columns D) 4 porches E) 5 pillars F) 5 porches
F) 5 porches
The man at the pool had sat there
A) 24 years
B) 38 years
C) 34 years
B) 38 years
What was the response of Pharisees following Jesus’ refutation of Rabbinical teaching? Check all apply
A) They were furious B) They ripped their clothes C) They withheld financial support D) They began plotting His death E) They allied with their enemies against him F) They pestered him non stop
A, D, E
What are the two types of righteousness offered?
A) Righteousness of the law, the righteousness of Christ
B) Righteousness of the pharisees, and the righteousness of Jesus
C) Righteousness of the law, and the righteousness of the Pharisees
B
What is the focal point of this (sermon on the mt) teaching?
A) The kingdom of Heaven
B) Righteousness of the heart
C) Fulfillment of the law
C
How many times did Jesus shows the pharisees interpretation of the law incorrect? A) 4 B)26 C)6 D)7
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