Birth of Christ
In what town was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
Luke 2:4–7
And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David....
And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger....
Who was John the Baptist’s father?
Zacharias
Luke 1:5
“There was in the days of Herod, the king of Judaea, a certain _______ named Zacharias..
Who came from the east seeking Jesus?
Wise men
Matthew 2:1
“Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, ”
Who was the mother of Jesus?
Mary
Luke 1:30–31
“And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God.
And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS.”
What is Pastor Craigs first name?
Jeff. (No his first name is not pastor)
Who was Jesus’ earthly guardian father?
Joseph
Matthew 1:18
“Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.”
Who was John the Baptist’s mother?
Elisabeth
Luke 1:5
.....and his wife was of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elisabeth.”
What sign did the wise men say they had seen?
His star
Matthew 2:2
“Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.”
Who were watching their flocks by night when Jesus was born?
Shepherds
Luke 2:8
“And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.”
What Bible translation does NT Baptist use?
King James Version
Why did Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem?
For a census (to be taxed)
Luke 2:1
“And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.”
Which angel appeared to Zacharias?
Gabriel
Luke 1:11,26
“And there appeared unto him an angel of the Lord standing on the right side of the altar of incense.... skip to verse 26 And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth"
Why did the wise men come to Jerusalem?
To worship the King of the Jews (Jesus)
Matthew 2:2
“Where is he that is born King of the Jews? … and are come to worship him.”
Which Roman ruler ordered the census?
Caesar Augustus
Luke 2:1
“And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.”
Who is famous for cooking up some delicious meats at NT Baptist church.
Mr. Adam the deacon Jones
What title did the angel give Jesus at His birth?
Saviour, Christ the Lord
Luke 2:11
“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”
Why did Zacharias doubt the angel’s message?
Because he and Elisabeth were old
Luke 1:18
“And Zacharias said unto the angel, Whereby shall I know this? for I am an old man, and my wife well stricken in years.”
Which ruler was troubled by the arrival of the wise men?
King Herod
Matthew 2:3
“When Herod the king had heard these things, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him.”
Who rejoiced and glorified God after seeing the child Jesus?
The shepherds
Luke 2:20
“And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.”
Who teases Brother Dave the most?
Pastor Craig
Which Gospel gives the most detailed account of Jesus’ birth?
Luke
Luke 2:1–20 (summary passage)
“And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed…” (continues through the shepherds visiting Jesus)
In whose spirit and power would John go before the Lord?
Elijah
Luke 1:17
“And he shall go before him in the spirit and power of Elias, to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just; to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.”
What three gifts did the wise men present?
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh
Matthew 2:11
“…they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.”
Who was Mary to Elisabeth?
Her cousin
Luke 1:36
“And, behold, thy cousin Elisabeth, she hath also conceived a son in her old age…”
What is Pastor Craigs favorite movie?
Nacho Libre !
What does the name “Emmanuel” mean?
God with us
Matthew 1:23
“Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.”
How did the people know Zacharias had seen a vision?
He could not speak and made signs
Luke 1:22
“And when he came out, he could not speak unto them: and they perceived that he had seen a vision in the temple: for he beckoned unto them, and remained speechless.”
He could not speak and made signs
Luke 1:22
“And when he came out, he could not speak unto them: and they perceived that he had seen a vision in the temple: for he beckoned unto them, and remained speechless.”
What did Herod claim he wanted to do after finding the child?
Worship Him
Matthew 2:8
“…that I may come and worship him also.”
Who recognized Jesus in the temple as the Messiah?
Simeon
Luke 2:25
“And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him.”
Who guessed the exact number of Gummy bears but changed his answer because he trusted Artificial intelligence?
Chaplain Jones
Which Old Testament prophecy foretold a virgin birth? (Book and Chapter)
Isaiah 7:14
“Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.”
What two qualities are used to describe Zacharias and Elisabeth before John’s birth?
Righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blameless
Luke 1:6
“And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blameless.”
How were the wise men warned not to return to Herod?
By God in a dream
Matthew 2:12
“And being warned of God in a dream that they should not return to Herod, they departed into their own country another way.”
Who did Herod consult to learn where Christ would be born?
Chief priests and scribes
Matthew 2:4
“And when he had gathered all the chief priests and scribes of the people together, he demanded of them where Christ should be born.”
We are at church event... everyone finished eating their meals, the desert has been staring at your for 30 minutes, Mr. Chris secretly took a slice of cake, when is it okay for YOU to serve yourself a delicious piece of chocolate cake?
When Mrs. Craig says you can.