Beatitudes
What does the word "Blessed" mean?
happy; fortunate; blissful
What are the two functions of salt?
To flavor food and to preserve food
Christians are to be righteous. How is this possible?
Through Jesus' death on the cross. Jesus' righteousness was imputed/placed on us.
What is 1+2+3+4+5+6+7+8+9?
45
Father of many nations
Abraham
Blessed are those who mourn...what are they mourning?
mourning over their sins
How are Christians like "salt"?
We are like salt because we effectively speak truth to a sinful world and preserve it for God.
Jesus says, "You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder...but I tell you...' what?
Matthew 5;22 But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister will be subject to judgment.
Who's going to the World Series this year?
Houston Astros and Atlanta Braves
Who make up the trinity?
God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
Blessed are the merciful...what does mercy mean?
Not getting what you deserve (e.g. Christians do not need to go to hell)
In v.15. what is a lamp meant for?
To be placed on the lampstand and give light to all who are in the house.
Why is anger enough to receive judgment of murder?
Because it begins with inside your mind with anger...and finally into extreme action of murder.
Which movie has made the most money ever?
a) Star Wars
b) Avatar
c) Avengers: Endgame
b) Avatar ($2.8+ billion)
Who is called "the rock"?
Peter
Blessed are the meek...what does meek mean?
gentle; humble; meekness is not weakness, but power under control
Christians are to let their light shine before men so that the world may what?
see your good works, and glorify your Father in heaven.
An eye for an eye....If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also...what do these mean?
Eye for an eye = punishment should fit the crime
turn the other cheek = do not seek vengeance/retaliation.
What bird was traditionally used to detect dangerous gases in coal mines?
a) canary
b) blue jay
c) raven
a) canary
Who calls himself the chief sinner/worst of all sinners.
Blessed are the poor in spirit...why are the poor in spirit blessed?
Because only when you are broken/poor in spirit/humble, do you know your need for a Savior.
How do Christians let their light shine?
By living your life in obedience to God's truth. By trying to be more like Christ through the HS. Then people will see a difference in you.
Jesus says...do not swear an oath at all...what does this mean?
At birth, about how many bones do you have? And when you're fully grown, how many bones do you have?
about 300; 206
A young pastor at the church in Ephesus
Timothy