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What is the definition of a disciple?
"a follower or learner"
What does Pentecost mean?
It means 50th.
Which disciple was a vocal leader of the early church after Jesus' ascension?
Peter.
What was the problem between the Greek speaking Christians and the Aramaic (Hebrew) speaking Christians?
The Grecian Christians were upset that their widows were being overlooked & they thought the Hebrew Christians were too formal.
Who did Peter heal when he was in Lydda?
He healed Aeneas
What is the definition of an apostle?
"someone who is sent off"
What is significant about this Pentecost?
It was when the Holy Spirit was poured out upon believers, happening exactly 50 days after Jesus' crucifixion.
How did the 11 disciples decide on the 12th disciple?
They decided casting lots, which allowed God to make the final choice.
Where did Saul want to go to arrest Christians?
Saul was on his way to Damascus.
Where did Peter go after he was in Lydda and what happened?
Peter went to Joppa. Here he raised Dorcas from the dead.
What is a martyr?
Someone who chooses to endure suffering or die for what they believe.
What are two supernatural phenomena that occurred on the first Christian Pentecost?
The sound of a rushing wind with flames resting on the apostles' heads, and the apostles speaking in tongues.
What 2 men were considered as the 12th disciple?
Barsabbas and Matthias.
What sin did Ananias and Sapphira commit?
they were lying to the Holy Spirit.
Who is Rhoda? What was important about her?
This was the servant girl who saw Peter knocking at the door.
What does persecution mean?
To be treated harmfully on the basis of what you believe.
Describe the life of the early Church.
The members listened to preaching and teaching, prayed together, shared, took care of each other and praised daily.
What qualifications did the new apostle need?
He needed to have been with Jesus throughout his ministry (baptism to ascension)
Why do you think God punished Ananias and Sapphira so harshly?
They had lied to God, and God's swift punishment reminded the church of God's power and justice.
What was Peter doing in Caesarea that caused persecution of Christians by Herod?
Peter was eating with Gentiles and baptizing them and sharing the Word.
What does blasphemy mean?
words or actions showing a lack of respect for God
What does it mean that we are filled with the Holy Spirit?
Tell me about Philip's story.
The Ethiopian listened to this person's explanation of Scipture and was baptized.
What are 2 ways that Saul (Paul) changed from before to after he met Jesus.
Saul persecuted Christians vs. preaching Jesus in the synagogue. Saul was struck blind vs his sight was restored by God.
What was the importance of Peter's preaching to Cornelius' household?
To show that the gospel was for all people