Transfiguration
Who went with Jesus up the mountain? Matthew 17:1
Peter, James, John
What verse starts the story of the demon-possessed boy? (Hint: use headings)
Matthew 17:14
What are the last books of the Old and New Testaments?
Malachi, Revelation
What strange thing happened to Jesus? Matthew 17:2
Transfigured. Face shone like sun. Clothes white as light.
How does Matthew 17:15 describe the boy's problem?
Seizures. Suffering greatly. Falls into the fire or water.
What is the church season that begins with Ash Wednesday?
Lent
Who met them on the mountain? Say one thing you remember about one of those people from the Old Testament. Matthew 17:3
Moses, Elijah. Answers may vary.
Who had tried but failed to help the boy? What did Jesus do to heal the boy? Matthew 17:16-18
Disciples could not heal him. Jesus rebuked the demon.
What important event is celebrated on Easter?
The resurrection of Jesus
Who spoke to the men in verse 5, and what did he say?
God. "This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased. Listen to him."
What did Jesus say was the key to driving out the demon? Matthew 17:19-20
Faith
Why do we observe Lent?
To prepare for Easter by remembering Jesus' death and resurrection.