MLK
Name one significant thing that happened in MLK's life.
1963 I have a Dream speech
Heard God's voice.
Became involve din Civil Right's protest 1955
House was fire bombed
What are two basic rights that were denied American slaves?
no control over their bodies
no education
could not marry
no ambition
In what ways did the medieval church not follow Jesus' teaching about money and wealth?
They stored wealth rather than help the poor. The churches were filled with gold and money taken from believers.
Why did Jesu choose a Samaritan to be the hero of the story?
Jews hated Samaritans, he wanted to demonstrate the idea of loving your enemy.
What was MLK's approach to demanding equal rights?
Peaceful protests and boycotts.
How did slave owners misuse the Bible?
They took some verses that mention slavery out of context to justify slavery.
About our attitude to wealth, Jesus said, "Do not...
What did Roman officials find in the basement of the church which was surprising?
Clothing to give to the poor rather than wealth.
How did the Bible shape the way MLK fought for equal rights?
Jesus' words to 'love your enemy' meant he encouraged peaceful protests and not violence.
Who in the Bible inspired the slaves and why?
Moses because he led the Israelites out of Egypt?
Who raged against the church and established his own charity to help the poor?
Odo
Which two people passed the man before the Samaritan stopped and helped?
A priest and a Levite
What is Romans 12:19 saying about violence and revenge?
19 Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord.
God cares about justice but it is not for us to take revenge. This is God's job - he will ensure there is justice.
How are the rich people mentioned in James 5:1-2,4 similar to the slave owners?
Now listen, you rich people, weep and wail because of the misery that is coming on you. 2 Your wealth has rotted, and moths have eaten your clothes...4 Look! The wages you failed to pay the workers who mowed your fields are crying out against you. The cries of the harvesters have reached the ears of the Lord Almighty.
They abused and took advantage of people for the sake of their wealth. They failed to pay wages. Judgement from God is on them. They were focused on wealth and not on God.
What 2 things did Jesus mention that will destroy our wealth on earth?
rats/vermin
moths
thieves will steal it
What question was asked of Jesus before he told this story?
Who is my neighbour?