Gospels Overview and Luke's Annunciation

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What do the Synoptic Gospels primarily summarize?

The parables and miracles of Jesus

The birth and early life of Jesus

The resurrection and ascension of Jesus

Jesus’ earthly life and teachings (correct)

What role does John the Baptist play in relation to Jesus?

He foretells the coming of Jesus (correct)

He is a rival prophet to Jesus

He identifies Jesus as the Messiah

He is the first disciple of Jesus

Which Gospel begins with a discourse on the Logos?

Mark

Luke

John (correct)

Matthew

According to the account of the Annunciation, what was Mary's response to the Angel Gabriel?

She accepted with humility and faith Signup and view all the answers

What concept describes the nature of Jesus' mission during the Passion?

An act of self-emptying love Signup and view all the answers

Which heresy is specifically mentioned in relation to non-canonical Gospels?

Marcionism Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of Jesus' understanding of humanity?

Humans are inherently sinful Signup and view all the answers

What is primarily demonstrated through Jesus' resurrection narratives?

The historicity and reality of His resurrection Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'kenosis' refer to in the context of Christ's sacrifice?

Self-emptying love. Signup and view all the answers

Which model of salvation focuses on the idea that Christ's sacrifice satisfies divine justice on behalf of humanity?

Substitution Model Signup and view all the answers

What significant role does the Holy Spirit play in the process of sanctification?

Guiding believers towards righteousness. Signup and view all the answers

What does the argument of Creation Ex Nihilo assert?

Creation is an expression of God's will and omnipotence. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the Nicene Creed's significance?

It defines the nature of the Trinity and affirms Christ's divinity. Signup and view all the answers

What are the four marks of the Church according to Catholic teaching?

One, Holy, Catholic, Apostolic. Signup and view all the answers

In what way does Christian baptism differ from John’s baptism?

It imparts sanctifying grace and incorporates believers into Christ's body. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Communication of Idioms in relation to Jesus?

To show how His divine and human natures can share titles and actions. Signup and view all the answers

Which heresy claims that Jesus was created and denies His divinity?

Arianism Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'resurrection of the body' symbolize in the Church's teaching?

The belief in bodily resurrection and glorification. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the benefits of baptism in Christian faith?

It incorporates individuals into the Church and provides grace. Signup and view all the answers

What lesson did Christ's life and sacrifice reveal about God?

God desires a personal relationship with humanity. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately represents the Catholic Church’s view on eschatology?

It holds that the resurrection will unite the glorified body with the soul. Signup and view all the answers

The Church’s encouragement of scientific inquiry is grounded in what belief?

Science studies the ordered, rational creation made by God. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

I. Gospels

Four Canonical Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke): Summarize Jesus' earthly life, beginning with his nativity and lineage.
John's Gospel: Offers a theological perspective on Jesus' life, starting with the Logos (the Word) being God and becoming flesh.
Other Gospels (Gospel of Thomas, Gospel of Mary Magdalene): Deemed non-canonical due to theological inaccuracies or lack of apostolic origin.

Luke's Account of the Annunciation and Visitation

Annunciation (Luke 1:26-38): Gabriel announces Mary's conception of Jesus. Mary humbly accepts.
Visitation (Luke 1:39-56): Mary visits Elizabeth, who recognizes her as the mother of the Lord.
Connection between John the Baptist and Jesus: Both births foretold by angels. Zechariah doubted, while Mary believed. John prepared the way for Jesus.

Dynamics of the Passion, Cross, and Resurrection

Passion and Cross: Jesus' suffering and death demonstrate self-emptying love (kenosis), not divine punishment. True power is shown in resurrection, not in taking a life.
Resurrection Narratives: Demonstrate the historicity of the resurrection. Jesus confronts betrayal and abandonment peacefully.

II. Christology

Jesus' Divine Personhood: Fully human and fully divine.
Jesus' Humanity: Teaches the purpose of humanity (relationship with God and others).
Jesus as the Divine Logos: Pre-existed creation, begotten, consubstantial with the Father, second person of the Trinity.
Communication of Idioms: Explains how Jesus' divine and human natures are united.

III. Pneumatology

The Holy Spirit: Third person of the Trinity, consubstantial with the Father and Son.
Holy Spirit's Works: Creation, redemption (present at Jesus' baptism and empowering the church), sanctification (guiding to holiness).

IV. Creation

Creation Ex Nihilo (Tertullian): God created from nothing, demonstrating omnipotence. Creation as a distinct act, not an extension of God.

V. Soteriology

Three Models of Salvation:
Subjective: Personal faith.
Substitution: Christ's sacrifice satisfies divine justice.
Christus Victor: Christ's death and resurrection defeat sin, death, and the devil.
True Meaning of Sacrifice: Kenosis (self-emptying love). Christ's sacrifice dispels false notions of appeasing the divine.
Revelation of God's Truth: Christ reveals God's nature, allowing for a proper human relationship with God.

VI. Four Marks of the Church

One: Unified body of believers.
Holy: Set apart for God's purpose.
Catholic: Universal, for all people.
Apostolic: Founded on the Apostles' teachings.

VII. Baptism

John's Baptism vs. Christian Baptism: John's baptism called for repentance, Christian baptism cleanses sin and incorporates believers into the Church, granting sanctifying grace.
Infant Baptism: A theological division on the age of accountability. Catholic practice emphasizes God's grace.
Effects of Baptism: Forgiveness, new creation, sanctifying grace, incorporation into the body of Christ, participation in the priesthood of Christ, indelible mark.

VIII. Eschatology

Resurrection of the Body: Glorified bodies united with souls.
Millennialism: Belief in a 1,000-year reign of Christ. No definitive Catholic view.

IX. Heresies

Arianism: Denies Jesus' divinity.
Dynamic Monarchianism (Adoptionism): Claims Jesus was adopted as God's son.
Marcionism: Rejects the Old Testament.
Modalistic Monarchianism (Modalism): God in different modes.
Nestorianism: Denied Mary as Mother of God.
Gnosticism: Believes secret knowledge provides salvation.

X. Creeds

Nicene Creed: Defines the Trinity and Christ's nature, refuting heresies.

XI. Faith, Reason, and Science

Christianity and Greek Philosophy: Integration of ideas by thinkers like Augustine and Aquinas.
Church's Stance on Science: Encourages inquiry aligning with faith and morals.
Ordered World and Modern Science: The concept of an ordered universe paved the way for the scientific method.

Council of Nicaea (325 AD)

Key historical event in early Christian history.

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Explore the four canonical gospels, focusing on the synoptic accounts of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, as well as the theological perspective of John's Gospel. Delve into Luke's account of the Annunciation and Visitation, highlighting the significant connections between John the Baptist and Jesus. This quiz covers key events in the life of Jesus, including the themes of passion, cross, and resurrection.