How many sermons did Jesus preach in Matthew's Gospel?
5
Matthew uses the phrase "When Jesus had finished all these sayings" for what purpose?
Turning point in Jesus ministry
What do the five sermons represent in Matthew's Gospel?
the 5 books of the law
(True or False) In the early centuries of the church, Matthew was used as a handbook of instruction on being the church, the community of those who follow Jesus.
True
Which of these was NOT a point of importance about Jesus' Genealogy in Matthew?
The genealogy goes all the way back to Adam
What do all of the women in Jesus' genealogy in Matthew have in common?
they were gentiles
Immanuel, means
God with us
Which Old Testament typology does Matthew use most in his gospel for Jesus?
Moses
Which of these is NOT a Moses connection to Jesus in Matthew's gospel?
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Matthew's name in Mark and Luke is?
Levi
Matthew's profession was?
Tax Collector
Who was the main group Matthew wrote his gospel to?
Jews
According to the power point, which of these is NOT one of the three reasons Matthew wrote his Gospel?
Are: Wrote for evangelism to fellow Jews, apologetic against rabbinic Judaism, manual for new converts
Matthew begins his gospel with?
Geneology
Where was Jesus taken after his baptism in Matthew?
the wilderness
(True or False) According to Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount, he came to abolish the law.
False
Which title for Jesus does the intro say Matthew is fond of?
Son of David
In the beginning of Matthew: Jesus' preaching (when Jesus begins his ministry) is best summed up in which sentence?
Repent for the kingdom of heaven is at hand
What was Jesus doing in the desert before he was tempted by Satan?
Fasting
What does "Beatitude" mean?
Latin for supreme blessedness or happiness
Who are the Anawim?
the poor who depend on the Lord for deliverance
According to the discussion, why does Jesus start the Sermon on the Mount with blessings?
you need his blessing first before following God
What is the Didache?
The manual put on by the early church
What is the "Two-Path approach" to the Sermon on the Mount?
Following with action or heart
Which is the best definition of what it means to be "Salt and Light" based on discussion in class?
Be the light to everyone don't shun anyone in specific
Based on the discussion in class, which best describes the ultimate goal for dealing with conflict in Matthew 18
Reconciliation
In the parable of the Two Sons (Matt 21:28-31), the first son, who said, "I won't work" but then goes and works, represents which group of people?
the outcasts and sinners because even though they didn't obey at first they ended up doing the will of God
(True or False) At the time Matthew's Gospel was written, Christians were highly respected in their communities.
False
(True or False) Matthew depicts Jesus' crucifixion as shameful.
False
Resuscitation Theory (Matching Theories of Denying the Resurrection)
Jesus didn't die on the cross, came back in the tomb
Stolen Body Theory (Matching Theories of Denying the Resurrection)
The body was stolen from the tomb
Wrong Tomb Theory (Matching Theories of Denying the Resurrection)
Women went to the wrong tomb
Visionary and Legendary Development Theory (Matching Theories of Denying the Resurrection)
Disciples had visionary experiences of Jesus, eventually decided Jesus had been raised
(True or False) Jesus' resurrection was a spiritual resurrection (Soul) and not a physical one (Body).
False
(True or False) Jesus giving the promise of "Be with you always" (28:20) to his disciples in the Great Commissions is the capstone to Jesus being called "Emmanuel" (1:23) at the beginning of Matthew's Gospel.
True
(True or False) Jesus giving the promise of "Be with you always" (28:20) to his disciples in the Great Commissions is the capstone to Jesus being called "Immanuel" (1:23) at the beginning of Matthew's Gospel.
True
Which is NOT an example of Matthew's "High" Christology?
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The best explanation for what Matthew is trying to accomplish with chapters 1-3 is,
To establish his divinity
Announce God's Kingdom" (Match the section with the chapters)
Chapters 4-7
Jesus Brings Kingdom into People's Lives" (Match the section with the chapters)
Chapters 8-10
Responses to Jesus" (Match the section with the chapters)
Chapters 11-13
Different Expectations About the Messiah" (Match the section with the chapters)
Chapters 14-20
Clash of Kingdoms" (Match the section with the chapters)
Chapters 21-25
Which of these is NOT one of the ways Matthew shows that Jesus is greater than Moses?
He does show through kings seek to kill both, the ten commandments on the mountain and the sermon on the mount, 5 sermons from Jesus and 5 books from Moses, Jesus walks on water and Moses and the red sea, and Jesus transfiguration. Jesus one upd Moses
Jesus gives new meaning to which Jewish Festival when he established the Lord's Supper (Eucharist, Communion)?
Passover
(True or False) Luke was an eyewitness to Jesus' ministry.
False
Who did Luke dedicate his gospel to?
Theophilus
Which best describes the theme of Luke' Gospel?
For both the Jews and gentiles
(True or False) Luke's audience consisted mostly of Gentile Christians?
True
Which of these is NOT a goal for Luke's writing according to the Intro?
Luke wrote his Gospel to give a orderly and historically accurate account of the things that happened during Jesus' life. Wanted to give an "orderly account" to Theophilus and other Gentiles so that "they may have certainty concerning the things you have
What did Gabriel do to Zechariah when he doubted that Elizabeth would get pregnant?
Made him a mute
Who did Mary visit after being told she was pregnant?
Elizabeth
Who visited baby Jesus in Luke's Gospel?
Shepards
Which OT Typology does Luke use for Jesus in Chapters 1-2?
Samuel
Mary's Magnificat (Match Luke's songs with their themes)
Divine rehearsal
Zechariah's Benedictus (Match Luke's songs with their themes)
Salvation for God's people
Angel's Gloria (Match Luke's songs with their themes)
Praise God
Simeon's Nunc Dimittis (Match Luke's songs with their themes)
Salvation for all people
Mary's Magnificat parallels who's song?
Hannah's song
When Jesus was 12, what was he doing in the Temple?
He was asking questions to priests
According to the discussion in class, what was Satan's main focus in attacking Jesus in the Wilderness?
Questioning if he is really the son of God
What OT Typology does Luke use for Jesus in the wilderness?
Looking back to the Jews wandering in the wilderness
In Jesus' first sermon (Luke 4:16-30), the townspeople get upset when...
Because Jesus said the prophets went and helped the gentiles and Israel wasn't doing anything
Which is the best explanation of "Plato's Shadow" over the church?
the greek idea that soul and body are separate
Which OT Typology is being presented in Jesus when he raises the widow's son?
Elijah
If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give ___________ to those who ask him!
Holy spirit
When Jesus is referring to the people going out to hear John the Baptist, the "Reed swaying in the wind" and "a man dressed in soft clothing" are representative of?
Herod
Jesus Walking on Water," "Clean/Unclean," Syrophoenician Woman," "Feeding 4000," and "Two-stage healing of the Blind Man" all have what in common?
There in all the gospels except Luke
Where did the Samaritans believe the proper place of worship was?
Mount Gerizim
(True or False) Jesus' desire that all people be brought into the Kingdom is in contrast to the God of the Old Testament.
True
According to our class discussion (and the powerpoint slide), what is a better name for "The Prodigal Son"?
The two lost sons
Who does the older brother represent in the story of the prodigal son?
The ones who live amongst God but are distant from him
What is the message of the parable of the praying Pharisee and the praying tax collector (Luke 18:9-14)?
Self righteousness leads to contempt of others
Which parable is NOT unique to Luk
Good Samaritan
Friend at Midnight
Foolish Rich Man
Barren Fig Tree
The Lost Coin
The Prodigal Son
The Unjust Steward
The Rich Man and Lazarus
The Widow and Unjust Judge
The Pharisee and Publican
In the parable of the Rich Fool, what does he do wrong according to the text?
Greed and hoarding
What is the point of The Rich Man and Lazarus?
Bring heaven here to earth for the people
Mary the Mother of God (Match the focus on women to the passage where it is located)
Luke 1-2
Women as ministry partners and benefactors (Match the focus on women to the passage where it is located)
Luke 8:1-3
Women as disciples (Match the focus on women to the passage where it is located)
Luke 10:38-42
Daughters of Jerusalem" (Match the focus on women to the passage where it is located)
Luke chapter 23:27-31
Mary, in Luke 10:38-42, "sitting at Jesus' feet" is an example of what?
That women can be disciples too
What were Jesus' first words from the cross in Luke's account of the crucifixion?
Father forgive them
Why do Christians celebrate Sunday as "The Lord's Day"?
Because that's the day Jesus rose
Women are first to witness the empty tomb in which Gospel?
all gospels
Why are the disciples to wait in Jerusalem after Jesus' resurrection?
Wait for the Holy Spirit