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All synoptic Gospels agree that Jesus’ _______ ministry began with his baptism by _______, Jesus’ cousin.
Public; John the Baptist
Explain the connection between Jesus’ time in the desert and the Chosen People.
The number recalls the forty years the Chosen People wandered in the desert after the Exodus from Egypt. Unlike the Israelites, who fell when tempted, Jesus was faithful.
Some of these women helped him financially, __________________ with him, supplied meals and lodging, witnessed his Crucifixion, and visited his ____________ on Easter Sunday.
traveled; tomb
What is the Paschal Mystery?
Jesus Christ is the way to Salvation through all ages through His Passion, Death, Resurrection, and Ascension rescued humanity from sin and death.
What two major themes are highlighted throughout Luke’s writings?
1. Jesus is a universal Savior who brings Salvation to Jew and Gentile alike. 2. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is truly Good News and thus a cause of celebration
John the Baptist was the prophet foretold by _______ who would be sent to announce the coming of the _______.
Isaiah; Messiah
The Church recalls the forty days of Jesus’ trial in the desert during the season of ______.
Lent
Explain the significance of Jesus’ selection of Twelve Apostles
Their number represents the twelve tribes of Israel and therefore symbolizes a renewed People of God. Jesus commissioned the Twelve to preach the coming of God’s Kingdom to the Chosen People.
What is the central theme in the Gospel of Mark? What did Mark emphasize theologically?
Following Jesus often means suffering as Jesus did. Theologically, Mark emphasized Jesus Christ’s role as a Suffering Messiah for Christians to imitate.
The Gospel of Luke emphasizes Jesus’ ________________ nature.
forgiving
John called the people to _______ for the repentance of their sins and told them someone _______ than he would come after him.
Baptism; Greater
How did Jesus’ response to temptation differ from Adam and Eve? Explain.
When the serpent told them about a way to become like God, they disobeyed God. Instead of going his own way, Jesus remained faithful to his Father’s mission for him. In Genesis, the man and woman sinned to become like God, whereas Jesus is God and accepted the human condition in order to redeem humanity.
What are two ways that Jesus’ relationship to his Apostles differed from a typical relationship between students and their rabbis?
Jesus chose the Apostles, whereas rabbinical students commonly selected their teachers. Second, Jesus taught on his own authority, directly interpreting the will of his Father.
Matthew emphasizes the link between _________________ and Christianity. He portrays Jesus as a __________
Judaism; New Moses
The presence of all Three Persons of the______ at Jesus’ baptism emphasizes that Jesus is God.
Holy Trinity
Jesus began to call and attract __________________ following his temptations in the desert, some of whom would become his __________________.
Disciples; Apostles
Jesus gave Peter and his successors the authority to govern the Church with the assistance of their successors, the ________.
Bishops
True or False: The Gospel of Matthew emphasizes to both Jewish-Christian readers as well as new Gentile converts, that Jesus Christ is the Messiah foretold in the Old Testament.
TRUE
Although Jesus did not need _______, his willingness to receive it emphasized both his humility and his acceptance of the Father’s mission to save people from their sins
Baptism
He had many disciples, including _______________ whose presence would have been _________________.
Women; Unusual
According to the Gospel of Mark, how does Jesus summarize his message?
"This is the time of fulfillment. The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel” (Mk 1:15)
Explain how Jerusalem serves as a symbol in Luke’s narrative.
Jerusalem, the Kingdom promised in the Old Testament, is where Jesus mission was accomplished. The news of salvation spreads through the world from Jerusalem.