Infancy Narratives
What are the infancy narratives?
The accounts of Jesus' birth and early life in Matthew and Luke.
Which prophet said the Messiah would be born of a virgin?
Isaiah.
What are the three gifts brought by the Magi?
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh
Who was John the Baptist?
Jesus’ cousin and the prophet sent to prepare the way for Him.
What does the name Jesus mean?
God saves.
Who are the two Gospel writers that wrote about Jesus' infancy?
Matthew and Luke.
What does Isaiah 53 describe about the Messiah?
The Messiah as a Suffering Servant who would bear the sins of many.
What does gold symbolize?
Jesus’ kingship.
What was John the Baptist’s primary message?
Repent, for the Kingdom of God is near.
Why is Jesus called the Savior of the world?
He brings forgiveness of sins and restores humanity’s relationship with God.
What do Matthew and Luke emphasize differently in their accounts?
Matthew emphasizes Jesus' Jewish ancestry, while Luke highlights His connection to all humanity.
How is Jesus like the “light for the nations” mentioned in Isaiah?
Jesus is the Light of the World, bringing truth and salvation.
What does frankincense symbolize?
Jesus’ divinity and His priestly role.
What did John the Baptist use as a symbol of repentance?
Baptism in the Jordan River.
What does it mean that Jesus is fully human and fully divine?
He has both a human nature and a divine nature as the Son of God.
What is a genealogy, and why is it included in the infancy narratives?
A genealogy is a family history, and it shows Jesus’ lineage back to King David and Abraham.
Which Old Testament story is referenced as a symbol of Jesus’ Resurrection?
Jonah being in the belly of the fish for three days.
What does myrrh symbolize?
Jesus’ Death and sacrifice.
What did John say about the one coming after him?
He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.
What title is given to Mary to show her unique role in Jesus’ life?
Theotokos, meaning “God-bearer.”
What key event does the angel announce to shepherds in Luke’s Gospel?
The angel announces the birth of Jesus, the Savior and Messiah.
What does Jeremiah 14:8 call the Messiah?
The “Hope of Israel” and a “Savior in time of need.”
Why is the journey of the Magi significant?
It shows that Jesus is recognized as King and Savior by people beyond the Jewish faith.
How does John the Baptist’s role connect to Old Testament prophecies?
He fulfills the prophecy of a voice crying out in the wilderness to prepare the way for the Lord.
How does the birth of Jesus mark the beginning of the reign of God?
It fulfills God’s promise of a Messiah and establishes a New Covenant of justice and peace.