Podcast
Questions and Answers
John the Baptist is known for preaching ______ and baptism.
John the Baptist is known for preaching ______ and baptism.
repentance
It is speculated that John may have spent time among the ______, a Jewish monastic sect.
It is speculated that John may have spent time among the ______, a Jewish monastic sect.
Essenes
The New Testament does not mention the ______, leading to speculation about their history.
The New Testament does not mention the ______, leading to speculation about their history.
Essenes
John the Baptist prepared the way for ______ by his teachings.
John the Baptist prepared the way for ______ by his teachings.
Key scripture references about John the Baptist are found in the books of ______, Matthew, and Luke.
Key scripture references about John the Baptist are found in the books of ______, Matthew, and Luke.
The town of Ein Kerem, near Jerusalem, was the place where Elizabeth and ______ lived.
The town of Ein Kerem, near Jerusalem, was the place where Elizabeth and ______ lived.
Mary likely wasn't alone on her trip to Ein Kerem; she may have joined pilgrims going to Jerusalem for ______.
Mary likely wasn't alone on her trip to Ein Kerem; she may have joined pilgrims going to Jerusalem for ______.
The journey from Nazareth to Ein Kerem would have taken around three to four ______.
The journey from Nazareth to Ein Kerem would have taken around three to four ______.
Upon arrival, Mary warmly greeted Elizabeth, and at that moment, a ______ occurred.
Upon arrival, Mary warmly greeted Elizabeth, and at that moment, a ______ occurred.
Elizabeth was filled by the Holy Spirit and declared Mary ______ among women.
Elizabeth was filled by the Holy Spirit and declared Mary ______ among women.
Mary expressed her gratitude to God in a hymn known as the ______.
Mary expressed her gratitude to God in a hymn known as the ______.
Mary's hymn begins with, 'My soul ______ the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my savior.'
Mary's hymn begins with, 'My soul ______ the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my savior.'
Joseph decided to put Mary aside privately to spare her ______.
Joseph decided to put Mary aside privately to spare her ______.
An ______ told Joseph in a dream not to fear taking Mary as his wife.
An ______ told Joseph in a dream not to fear taking Mary as his wife.
The child conceived in Mary is of the ______.
The child conceived in Mary is of the ______.
Joseph was given the name ______ for the son he would raise.
Joseph was given the name ______ for the son he would raise.
Joseph is often referred to as ______ the Silent due to the lack of words recorded from him in the New Testament.
Joseph is often referred to as ______ the Silent due to the lack of words recorded from him in the New Testament.
According to the Gospels, Joseph was described as a ______ man.
According to the Gospels, Joseph was described as a ______ man.
Joseph served as Jesus' ______ father.
Joseph served as Jesus' ______ father.
Mary remained with Elizabeth until near the time of Elizabeth’s ______.
Mary remained with Elizabeth until near the time of Elizabeth’s ______.
Flashcards
John the Baptist's role
John the Baptist's role
John the Baptist prepared people for Jesus by preaching repentance and baptism.
Essenes connection
Essenes connection
Some believe John the Baptist may have spent time with the Essenes, a Jewish monastic group.
Scripture and John the Baptist
Scripture and John the Baptist
John the Baptist is mentioned in sections of the New Testament.
John the Baptist's Preaching
John the Baptist's Preaching
Signup and view all the flashcards
Essenes and Christianity
Essenes and Christianity
Signup and view all the flashcards
Joseph's decision
Joseph's decision
Signup and view all the flashcards
Angel's message to Joseph
Angel's message to Joseph
Signup and view all the flashcards
Joseph's role
Joseph's role
Signup and view all the flashcards
Joseph's character
Joseph's character
Signup and view all the flashcards
Mary's pregnancy
Mary's pregnancy
Signup and view all the flashcards
Joseph's modesty
Joseph's modesty
Signup and view all the flashcards
Jesus' name
Jesus' name
Signup and view all the flashcards
Jewish law
Jewish law
Signup and view all the flashcards
Mary's journey to Elizabeth
Mary's journey to Elizabeth
Signup and view all the flashcards
Elizabeth's reaction
Elizabeth's reaction
Signup and view all the flashcards
Magnificat
Magnificat
Signup and view all the flashcards
Ein Kerem location
Ein Kerem location
Signup and view all the flashcards
Mary's travel time
Mary's travel time
Signup and view all the flashcards
Possible travel companions
Possible travel companions
Signup and view all the flashcards
Mary's prayer and reflection
Mary's prayer and reflection
Signup and view all the flashcards
Study Notes
Introduction
- God's plan for salvation involves preparation, mercy, and the guidance of people's feet.
- God prepares people for salvation through his ways and the forgiveness of sins.
- A period of darkness will be followed by light.
John the Baptist
- John, a Baptist, spent time in a place of peace.
- Some speculate that he was a member of the Essenes, an ascetic, celibate Jewish sect.
- The teachings of John the Baptist are found in the New Testament.
- John the Baptist's ministry foreshadowed the coming of Christ.
- John heralded the coming of the Messiah.
- His ministry ended, and he was placed in the Biblical narrative.
Scripture References
- John 1:1-14
- Matthew 1:1-16
- Luke 1:5-80; 3:23-38
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Explore the role of John the Baptist within God's plan for salvation as presented in the New Testament. This quiz covers his teachings, the significance of his ministry, and scriptural references that highlight his foreshadowing of Christ. Test your knowledge of key events and figures that shape the message of preparation and mercy.
