New Testament Chronological Flashcards
Isaiah 9:6
“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.”
“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.”
Isaiah 9:6
Micah 5:2
But thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting.”
“But thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting.”
Micah 5:2
How does the book of Luke start?
A personal introduction, and the reason for the book: an accurate historical account
Who is Zechariah?
- husband of Elizabeth
- a priest
- a righetous man
- father of John the Baptist
Who is Elizabeth?
- wife of Zechariah
- a barren woman
- a righteous woman
- Mary’s sister
- mother of John the Baptist
How does the book of John start?
“In the beginning was the Word. And the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
Where and when Gabriel appear to Zechariah?
During his ceremony of burning incense, on the right side of the altar.
What did Gabriel say to Zechariah about his son to come?
7 things
- he would bring joy and gladness to his family
- he would be great
- he would drink no strong drink
- filled with Spirit from the womb
- he would turn many from Israel to their God
- he would turn the hearts of fathers to their children
- would prepare a way for the Savior
What was Zechariah’s first response to seeing Gabriel?
Fear
What was Zechariahs response to the angel’s message about his son to come?
Doubt
What was Gabriel’s response to Zechariah’s doubt?
- I stand in the presence of God.
- He sent me to relay this message.
- You will be mute until the fulfillment of what I say because you did not believe.
What did Elizabeth do once she had conceived?
Hid for 4 months.
Where is Nazareth?
A city of Galilee
What was Mary’s initial reaction to seeing Gabriel?
Fear.
What was Gabriel’s initial message for Mary?
- You’ve found favor in the sight of the Lord.
- You will conceive and bear a son, and name him Jesus.
- Great Son of the Most High
- Will be given to the throne of David.
- Will reign over the house of Jacob forever.
What did the angel say to Mary that helped reassure her in faith of God’s promise?
He told her that her sister Elizabeth had also conceived in her old age.
What was Mary’s final statement to Gabriel?
“I am a servant of the Lord - let it be done according to what you have said.”
What did Mary do after her visit from Gabriel?
She went to Judah to visit her sister.
What happened when Mary greeted Elizabeth?
John jumped her belly and was filled with the Spirit, as was Elizabeth. Elizabeth prophesied about Jesus.
What was Joseph’s initial response to Mary’s pregnancy?
He planned on putting her away privly.
How was Joseph notified about Mary’s pregnancy?
An angel told him in a dream.
How long did Mary visit Elizabeth?
3 months
How does the book of Matthew begin?
A geneology to the line of Jesus.
How many generations were between Abraham and David?
14
How many generations were between Abraham and Jesus?
14x3 (42)
What did the cousins and neighbors of Zecharias and Elizabeth try to name the child?
Zecharias
Why did the cousins and neighbors of Zecharias and Elizabeth object when Elizabeth said his name was John?
None of their family was named John
How did mute Zecharias communicate that the child’s name was John?
He asked for a writing table and wrote it out.
What happened when Zecharias wrote that the son’s name was to be John?
He could finally speak after being mute, and he praised God, prophesied, and was filled with the Holy Ghost.
Where did John grow up?
The desert
Who decreed a census at the beginning of Luke?
Ceasar Augustus
Where did people have to go for the census?
The equivalent of their hometown/the hometown of their family
Where did Mary and Joseph go for the census?
Bethelehem, Judea
Who was the governer of Syria at the time of the census?
Quirnius
Luke 2:10-12
Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger.
Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger.
Luke 2:10-12
After what event did Mary and Joseph take newly born Jesus to Jerusalem?
The days of her purification after the law of Moses
What sacrifice did Mary and Joseph give for their newly born son?
2 turtle doves and 2 pigeons
Who was Simeon in the gospel?
an old man who was told by the Holy Ghost that he’d see the Messiah before he died. was led by the Spirit to Mary and Joseph and Jesus, and held Jesus, blessing the Lord.
Where did Simeon find the holy fam?
the temple
Who was Anna?
a prophetess who spent all her time praying and fasting - told every one about the coming of the Lord
Who was king at the time of Jesus’ birth?
King Herod
How many wise men were there?
scripture does not specify
What did Herod ask of the wise men when they visited him?
He asked for them to return and tell them where Jesus was, so he could “worship the new king of the Jews”
What direction was the star in?
the East
What was the wise mens’ response to seeing Jesus?
they fell down and worshipped
3 gifts given by the wise men
gold
frankincense
myrhh
How did God warn the wise men not to go back to Herod?
a dream
How did the Lord warn Joseph to flee into Egypt?
a dream
What did Herod do when the wise men never returned?
demanded that all sons under 2 be killed
