The Ministry Of Jesus Flashcards
Why is the Old Testament important for Catholics?
It describes the beginning of God’s relationship with humans, contains covenants and prophecies fulfilled by Jesus, and includes valuable prayers and wisdom for worship.
The Old Testament helps Catholics understand the whole story of salvation history.
What do Genesis 1 and 2 outline?
God’s creation of a perfect world
What is depicted in Genesis 3?
The story of The Fall, showing the end of perfection due to human disobedience
What does the Old Testament reveal about God’s plan for humanity?
It shows God’s continuing love for humans and the coming of the Messiah
What is ‘salvation’ in the context of Catholicism?
The process of being saved from sin and returning to God through his grace
What does ‘revelation’ refer to?
The way in which God is made known to humans, most perfectly through Jesus
What is meant by the term ‘intrinsic value’ as it relates to the Old Testament?
It is essential and valuable in its own right
What does the word ‘incarnate’ mean?
‘Made flesh’
This term refers to the belief that God became a human being in the form of Jesus.
What is the Incarnation?
The time when God became flesh in Jesus
This doctrine emphasizes that Jesus is both truly human and truly God.
Why is the Incarnation important for Christians?
It shows that Jesus is God and worthy of worship
Worshipping Jesus is equivalent to worshipping God.
What does the Incarnation reveal about God’s relationship with humanity?
It demonstrates God’s love and desire to repair the broken relationship with humans.
What role does Jesus play in revealing God’s message?
Jesus is seen as the fullness of revelation, sharing God’s message and love.
What does the term ‘Revelation’ mean in the context of the Incarnation?
To reveal or share something important about God.
According to the Catechism, how did God communicate before Jesus?
Through messengers, or prophets.
True or False: Jesus is considered a separate being sent to Earth by God.
False
What does ‘consubstantial’ mean?
‘Of the same substance’ as the Father.
What is the significance of the Nicene Creed in relation to the Incarnation?
It emphasizes the doctrine of the Incarnation and Jesus’ divinity.
What does the Nicene Creed state about Jesus?
He is the Only Begotten Son of God, true God from true God.
What do Catholics believe about Jesus in relation to the Old Testament?
He is the living Word of God and surpasses the revelations given before him.
True or False: The doctrine of the Incarnation is considered easy to understand by all.
False
Explain the Catholic belief in the Incarnation.
God became man in Jesus to save humanity and reveal divine truth.
What are the titles given to Jesus
Son of man
Son of god
What does ‘tri’ mean in the context of the Trinity?
‘Tri’ comes from a Latin word for three, indicating the three divine persons of the Trinity.
Examples of usage include words like triangle.
What is the significance of the term ‘mystery’ in relation to the Trinity?
It reflects the ultimate mystery of God, acknowledging the difficulty humans have in fully understanding the Trinity.
The Catechism states it is the central mystery of Christian faith and life.
Who is God the Holy Spirit?
The third person of the Trinity, believed to have spoken through the prophets and empowered the apostles during Pentecost.
How does the doctrine of the Trinity explain Jesus as God incarnate?
It explains that Jesus can be God incarnate, sent by the Father, without denying the existence of only one God.
True or False: The Trinity is directly written about in the Bible.
False.
The Bible emphasizes that there is only one God, but all three persons are present.
What command did Jesus give regarding the Trinity?
To baptize in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
This is found in Matthew 28:19.
What event revealed all three persons of the Trinity?
Jesus’ baptism, where the Son is present, the Father’s voice speaks, and the Spirit descends like a dove.
Fill in the blank: The Trinity is a central belief of the _______.
Catholic Church.
Define monotheistic.
Believing there is only one God.
What was John’s urgent message?
People need to give up their past wickedness and make a fresh start before the Messiah came.
This reflects the theme of repentance and renewal in religious contexts.
How did John spend his time?
Travelling and preaching his message.
His dedication to spreading his message highlights the importance of evangelism.
What attitude did John have towards those he thought needed to change?
He could be quite rude to them.
This suggests a confrontational approach to preaching and moral correction.
What is the main message of John’s teachings?
People should say sorry for their sins and promise to change their thoughts, words, and actions.
This process is known as repentance.
What is not sufficient for true repentance according to John?
Making promises alone is not enough.
People must also take action to demonstrate their commitment.
What special action did John require to show a commitment to change?
John took people to the river Jordan and immersed them under the water.
This act served as a public demonstration of their desire to lead a good life.
What does the water symbolize in John’s baptism?
The water symbolizes the washing away of sin and past life.
Immersion represents a fresh start.
Why did John believe public promises were important?
He believed that public promises made people far more likely to stick to their commitments.
This reflects the idea that accountability can enhance follow-through.
What did God say when John was baptising Jesus
This is my beloved son , whom I am well pleased
What is the cycle of prophecy ?
The idea that the arrival of Jesus was predicted by prophets.
Who was Elijah ?
An old testemant prophet who predicts the arrival of the Messiah
Ministy ?
The work a person carries out to spread the word of God.
The Call ?
When an angel appears to Elizabeth and tells her that she is going to have a child called Elijah ?
Did Jesus have female disciples ?
Eg. Who?
Yes
Mary Magdalene
What people where neglected?
( left out)
Poor or old people
Who did Jesus encounter in his ministry?
The woman caught in adultry, Jesus heels a woman and Jesus heels a blind man
Who did Jesus call as his disciples
Ordinary fishermen becuase he saw potential
Where did he call his disciples?
Lake Galilee
What were Jesus’s instructions to his disciples when he sent them out to help people ?
Take nothing apart from a staff ( stick to lean on ) , when you enter a house , stay there until you leave that town . If they dont let you , wipe the dust of your feet and leave as a testimony .
They did so .
Disiple means _______?
Apostle means________?
Learner / follower of Jesus .
Follower chosen by God / Jesus .
Who were 1 of the disciples that Jesus chose on the lake
Simon
What did Jesus say to the disciples on my lake.
Follow me ( follow me and go where I go )
