Chapter 1 & 2 Review
True or False: Matthew was one of Jesus' disciples
True
What did the prophet Isaiah say about John the Baptist?
"He is a voice shouting in the wilderness, 'Prepare the way for the Lord's coming.'" (Isaiah 40:3)
How many days and nights did Jesus fast?
40
What was Jesus' most famous sermon?
The Sermon on the Mount
Who are the Jesus' first 4 disciples?
Peter (Simon), Andrew, James son of Zebedee, John
Was Matthew writing to Jews or Gentiles?
Jews
What was John the Baptist's message to the people?
Repent and turn to God.
How many times was Jesus tempted?
3
True or False: The Beatitudes describe HOW to get to heaven.
False: The Beatitudes describe the character of someone who is going to heaven and their rewards, both present and future.
Is ANGER with someone as bad as murder?
Yes, Jesus said (5:21), "If you are angry with someone you are subject to judgement."
How did the Wise Men know Jesus was to be born in Bethlehem?
It was prophesied in Scripture (Old Testament)
What does "Repent" mean?
To turn around
Is temptation a sin?
No. Jesus was “tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin” (Hebrews. 4:15)
What are 2 uses of salt?
To enhance taste and preserve food.
According to Jesus, is revenge OK?
No. (5:39-42)
Where did Mary and Joseph move after Herod died?
Nazareth (v.23, "This fulfilled the prophets...")
What did John the Baptist call the Pharisees and Sadducees?
Brood of snakes/vipers. (3:7)
What is the best defense when we are tempted?
Correctly using the Word of God. (4:4,7 & 10)
Why would Jesus say, "You are the SALT of the earth?"
We are to add "favor" and "preserve" (salvation) to people's lives.
No.
Why did Matthew refer to the Old Testament prophesies so often?
He was proving to Jews that Jesus is the prophesied Messiah (1:1,1:22-23, 2:5-6, 2:17-18, 2:23)
Why was the statement, "This is my dearly loved Son" important?
God ("A voice from heaven") was declaring that Jesus was His Son (the Lord).
Why was Jesus tempted?
(Either) To inform us - we also will be tempted OR He used the Word of God instead of sinning.
Why would Jesus say, "You are the LIGHT of the world?"
We are to "light" the way to eternal life.
Why are we to do "good deeds?"
(5:16) "so that everyone will praise your Heavenly Father."