Jesus as a baby
what did Simeon mean when he said that Jesus' ministry would cause some to rise and some to fall?
Some have Salvation, and others have Judgement.
Why was Jesus in the temple when Mary and Joseph left Him behind in Jerusalem?
He thought she would know that He would be here since it is the house of His Father.
Who did God send forth, when the time of fullness came?
His Son!
What was Herod sent out to do?
Kill all the babies under two, especially Jesus.
Why did Jesus need to be circumsiced?
It's a tradition, to represent our obedience, and to obey the law.
Luke says Jesus increased in favor with God. How does finding favor with God relate to God's steadfast love?
He came to understand what God's will was.
What does "being made under the law" mean?
being born into the human condition and subject to the authority, demands, and penalty of God's Old Testament Law.
What was the name of the Roman General that led his army into Jerusalem, demolishing the city and crushing the rebellion?
Roman General Titus.
Why did Joseph and Mary offer a sacrifice for Jesus when He was circumsiced?
Jesus does not need to be redeemed, but Jesus is/was fully human and he's not higher than the law, therefore, respect.
Why did Jesus have to increase in his wisdom
He was going through a regular human system/cycle.
What is the fullness?
Fulfilling prophecies.
What did Rome let Jews do with official approval?
Jews could continue their worship of Yahweh.
What does Galatians 4:4 mean when it says that God sent His Son "when the fullness of time was come?"
God's timing is perfect, and God is in control of time, (meaning he is sovereign).
Explain what Luke means when he said that Jesus was filled with wisdom.
Jesus recognizes who his father is, and follows his plans for him.
Who is the woman that gave birth to His Son?
The Virgin Mary (or just Mary).
Who was Julius Caesar's adopted son, and what did he do?
Octavian! He defeated Mark Antony and Cleopatra to become Rome's first emperor.
Why is it so surprising that the newborn Jesus was laid in a feed trough?
He came in a humble state, (no pride).
List three prophecies mentioned in 2.2 that were fulfilled during Jesus's childhood.
1. Jesus was born in Bethlehem
2. there would be weeping in Ramah (killing of the boys).
3. Jesus would have a humble beginning
What is the scripture from?
ex. Luke, John, Matthew, etc...
Galatians 4:4
How did the Roman's pay for the administration of the Empire?
Rome instituted taxes--property taxes, a poll tax, a custom tax, a sales tax, a land tax, and an inheritance tax.
"But then the fullness of the time has come, God sent forth His Son, made of a woman, made under the law."
Galatians 4:4