The Birth of the Savior
Which angel visited Mary to inform her that she was to be the mother of the Son of God?
Gabriel
At what young age was Jesus teaching in the Temple, causing the elders to be amazed?
12
What town were Mary and Joseph visiting when Jesus was born?
Bethlehem
Matthew 5:5
Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit _______.
What color will Christ be wearing when he returns to the earth for His second coming?
Red
Which group of people were the first to hear the announcement that the Savior had been born?
Shepherds
30
To what country were Joseph and Mary forced to flee with Baby Jesus when King Herod heard that he had been born?
Egypt
Matthew 5:7
Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain ______.
Mercy
Which ancient city became a metaphor for us to "flee" as a way to prepare for the second coming of Christ?
Babylon
What is a manger typically used for?
A trough for feeding cattle
At what age was Jesus crucified?
33
What garden did Jesus choose to pray in on the night He took upon Him the sins of the world?
Matthew 5:8
Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall ___ ____.
The pure in heart. Also, a city.
Zion
What celestial event occurred the night the Savior was born?
A new star appeared (*the Nephites could see it, as well)
John the Baptist was Jesus's older cousin, and was sent to proclaim to the world that Jesus was the Christ. How much older than Jesus was he?
About 6 months
Golgotha
Matthew 5:6
Blessed are they which do ____ and ____ after _______: for they shall be filled.
hunger and thirst after righteousness
According to Russel M. Nelson, to prepare for the second coming, we need to spend more time here:
the Temple (Here is my promise to you: Every sincere seeker of Jesus Christ will find Him in the temple. You will feel His mercy. You will find answers to your most vexing questions. You will better comprehend the joy of His gospel.)
Traditionally, Jewish baby boys would be named after their fathers. But Mary and Joseph did not name Jesus after Joseph. Who told them what to name him?
An angel (probably Gabriel)
How old was Mary when she gave birth to Jesus?
Between 14 and 16 years old
What hill east of Jerusalem will Jesus return to and "cleave in twain" when He sets His foot upon it?
The Mount of Olives (also known as "Olivet")
Matthew 5:9
Blessed are the __________: for they shall be called the children of God.
peacemakers
This parable teaches us that when "the Bridegroom" (Jesus) comes again, half of the church will be spiritually ready to receive him, while the other half will be unprepared.
The parable of the 10 Virgins (Matthew 25:1-13)