Old vs. New Testament
In the Bible, What comes first chronologically The Old or New Testament?
The Old Testament
Isaac knew he was going to be the sacrifice? (T/F)
False, Isaac did not know this was a test or that he was the sacrifice.
Advent is a time of waiting for the light of Christ to break through the darkness of Sin, (T/F)?
True, it is..
What is one thing you could do during Lent to appreciate this tradition?
Any answer works
What is our favorite game to play?
Silent Ball
What is the very first book of the New Testament ?
What is the very first book of the Old Testament?
a.) Genesis
b.) Job
c.) Proverbs
d.) Matthew
a.) Genesis
b.) Matthew
Was this a test of faith for Abraham? (Y/N)
Yes, this was only a test. God never intended on Abraham actually killing Isaac.
Name the three members of the Holy Family in this picture.
Mary, Jesus and Joseph
What do we celebrate on Easter Sunday?
The Resurrection of Jesus
What Prayer did we say at the beginning of every class?
The Our Father/ Lords prayer
What tool can I use in the first few pages of the Bible to find a specific book or chapter in the Bible?
The Table of contents
What was the real sacrifice used during this story? Hint : it was not Isaac
The Ram caught in the bushes.
What is the specific color we see a lot during Advent?
We see the color purple. Its significance is Penance and preparation.
How long is the Lent season?
40 days, Beginning on Ash Wednesday and ending on the Thursday before Easter(Holy Thursday)
Can you tell me why it is important to develop a good conscience? And Why?
This is because a conscience influences our decisions. And so we must be careful what we expose our conscience to b/c this determines how we think and act.
Where is the Story of Abraham and Isaac in the Bible? What Book?
Old Testament, Genesis 22
What is a Covenant?
A deal or an agreement, specifically in our case with God.
How many candles do we see during the season of Advent?
4 purple candles(4 weeks) that represent hope, peace, joy and love and The 4 weeks before Christmas
1.)Where do the Ashes of Ash Wednesday come from?
2.)What is said to us when the Ashes are traced on our Head?
They come from the Palms from the previous Palm Sunday.
"remember, you were dust and to dust you will return."
Who can tell me the similarities between the Journey of the Israelites and each of our lives?
like the Israelites, we are on a journey. We are called to trust God, and to follow his directions. If we remember that God loves us, and is constantly with us, then our journey through life will be a happy one.
Name one detail of the Old Testament, and one detail of the New Testament we talked about this year.
Old covers : Laws, Prophecies, Prophets, Helps us understand God
New Covers : Jesus and his time on earth, The New Covenant, The Church's history, Letters from Jesus's followers to the church.
After the sacrifice what did God promise Abraham?
He promised that he would have as many descendants as the stars in the sky and the sand of the sea shores.
Advent starts "How many?" Sunday's before Christmas?
Advent begins 4 Sundays before Christmas.
What are the 3 practices of Lent?
1.) Prayer
2.) Fasting
3.) Almsgiving
Who can tell me what I like to do when I'm home from school?
Ride my Motorcycle