Topic 1 - Exam questions: Discipleship Flashcards
How is the nature of discipleship shown in the call of the first disciples?
(1) Jesus made some controversial choices - not important people, even outcasts and sinners
(2) Jobs and how they acted didn’t matter to Jesus
(3) They followed Jesus whole-heartedly and without question
(4) They gave up everything - their families & jobs
(5) Jesus said they will become ‘Fishers of Men’ - they will “catch” people and not fish so they can follow Jesus
(6) They will be learning and spreading the word of God
Why is the call of the first disciples important for Christians today?
(1) Christians today feel that they should follow Jesus whole-heartedly today too
(2) They should do whatever he wants
(3) They should be ‘Fishers of Men’ and learn and spread the word of God
(4) Christians should accept everyone as disciples like Jesus did
(5) They want to follow Jesus
How is the nature of discipleship shown in the sending out of the Twelve?
(1) Being a disciple is about going out and doing service
(2) To work as a player, not a spectator
(3) Disciples must be focused and not carry extra baggage with them
(4) Disciples should preach and try to stop sinners
(5) They should work against evil
(6) They should help the sick
How does the sending out of the Twelve affect ideas about Christian living today?
(1) Today’s disciples must be focused
(2) Perform Missionary work and rely on those who receive you - e.g. Mission team
(3) They need to be ready to go wherever God leads
(4) They shouldn’t be concerned with lots of possessions
(5) They should make disciples of all who want to become one
(6) All Christians are supposed to be disciples and this can cause a problem
How are the costs of discipleship shown in the true family of Jesus?
(1) Jesus has changed the definition of family
(2) He says true family are those who follows God’s will
(3) Discipleships demands total dedication
(4) Cost is that you give up your related family/friends
(5) But you get a new family of followers of Jesus
Why does the teaching of true family cause problems for some Christians today?
(1) There is a cost
(2) Discipleship means distancing from friends&family
(3) Dilemma of family commitment Vs. religious
(4) Might meet resistance from family members
(5) Difficult for your family to accept
(6) Some cultures - leave your family as a result
(7) Church = God’s family but all families face stresses&strains
(8) Communities may quarrel and be at odds with each other
(9) Unifying factor of this family is to do the will of God
How are the costs of discipleship shown in the story of true greatness?
(1) To be truly great, put others first and help them
(2) This is “self-sacrifice”
(3) Be like a child:
a) totally dependent on others
b) not powerful
c) not rich
d) not influential
e) no status in society - representing weak/oppressed
(4) By welcoming a child, they are welcoming Jesus
Why does the teaching of true greatness cause problems for some Christians today?
(1) Structure of Church suggests an order of importance or greatness and position - e.g. Pope, Bishops, Priests (these are intended to be positions of service)
(2) In today’s society, greatness can be judged by looks or wealth
(3) Jesus taught that to be great you must give things up and serve others
(4) This may cause conflict for Christians who enjoy their lifestyle and don’t want to give it up
(5) This can lead to tension in Church
(6) Service can be emotionally and physically demanding
