John the Baptist in the Bible

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Where did John the Baptist come preaching?

In Galilee

In the city of Jerusalem

In the wilderness of Judea (correct)

In the region around the Jordan

What was John's food?

Fruits and vegetables

Meat and wine

Locusts and wild honey (correct)

Fish and bread

Who came to John's baptism?

Only the Sadducees

Jerusalem, all Judea, and all the region around the Jordan (correct)

Only the Pharisees

Only the disciples of Jesus

What did John say to those who came to his baptism?

Bear fruits worthy of repentance Signup and view all the answers

Who did John say would baptize with the Holy Spirit and fire?

Jesus Signup and view all the answers

Why did John try to prevent Jesus from being baptized?

Because John felt unworthy to baptize Him Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus say to John when he tried to prevent Him?

Permit it to be so now, for thus it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness Signup and view all the answers

Where did Jesus come from to be baptized by John?

Galilee Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Jesus after He was baptized?

He saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove Signup and view all the answers

What was Jesus tempted to do by the devil in the wilderness?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Where did Jesus dwell after leaving Nazareth?

Capernaum Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus preach to the people?

Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand Signup and view all the answers

Who were the first disciples Jesus called?

Simon Peter and Andrew Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus do in the synagogues of Galilee?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of Jesus' healing ministry?

Great multitudes followed Him Signup and view all the answers

Where did Jesus go to teach His disciples?

A mountain Signup and view all the answers

What is the promise to those who are pure in heart?

They shall see God Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome for those who hunger and thirst for righteousness?

They shall be filled Signup and view all the answers

What is the blessing for those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake?

Theirs is the kingdom of heaven Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of being the light of the world?

To glorify our Father in heaven Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus come to do with the Law and the Prophets?

Fulfill them Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of being angry with your brother without a cause?

You will be in danger of the judgment Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of not reconciling with your adversary quickly?

You will be thrown into prison Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of committing adultery according to Jesus?

Looking at someone with lust in your heart Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of divorcing your wife for any reason except sexual immorality?

You will cause your wife to commit adultery Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of being the salt of the earth?

To preserve and bring out the good in others Signup and view all the answers

What is the reward for those who are persecuted for My sake?

Great reward in heaven Signup and view all the answers

Who will be called great in the kingdom of heaven?

Those who do and teach the commandments Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a true prophet?

They bear good fruit Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of a bad tree bearing bad fruit?

It is cut down and thrown into the fire Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition for entering the kingdom of heaven?

Doing the will of God Signup and view all the answers

What happens to those who practice lawlessness?

They are departed from Jesus Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a wise man?

He builds his house on the rock Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the house built on the rock when the rain and floods come?

It stands firm Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of Jesus' teaching?

It is based on Jesus' own authority Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of the people to Jesus' teaching?

They were astonished Signup and view all the answers

When you fast, what should you do according to the passage?

Anoint your head and wash your face Signup and view all the answers

Where should we lay up our treasures according to the passage?

In heaven Signup and view all the answers

What is the lamp of the body according to the passage?

The eye Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of serving two masters according to the passage?

You will hate one and love the other Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of worrying about our lives according to the passage?

We will be more anxious Signup and view all the answers

What should we seek first according to the passage?

The kingdom of God Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of judging others according to the passage?

We will be judged Signup and view all the answers

What should we do to those who ask us according to the passage?

Give them what they ask Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of seeking and asking according to the passage?

We will receive good things Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of the way that leads to life according to the passage?

Narrow and difficult Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of not forgiving men their trespasses?

God will not forgive your trespasses Signup and view all the answers

Why should you not sound a trumpet before you when doing a charitable deed?

So that you can have your reward from your Father in heaven Signup and view all the answers

When praying, where should you go?

Into your room Signup and view all the answers

Why should you not swear at all?

Because you cannot make one hair white or black Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when someone slaps you on your right cheek?

Turn the other cheek Signup and view all the answers

Why should you love your enemies?

So that you will be perfect like your Father in heaven Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to pray?

Praying in secret Signup and view all the answers

Why should you not do your charitable deeds before men?

So that you will not have glory from men Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when someone wants to sue you and take away your tunic?

Give them your cloak also Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

John the Baptist Prepares the Way

John the Baptist preached in the wilderness of Judea, saying "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!" (Matthew 3:1-2)
He wore camel's hair and a leather belt, and ate locusts and wild honey (Matthew 3:4)
People from Jerusalem, Judea, and the region around the Jordan came to him, confessed their sins, and were baptized (Matthew 3:5-6)
John rebuked the Pharisees and Sadducees, telling them to produce fruits of repentance (Matthew 3:7-10)

John Baptizes Jesus

Jesus came to John to be baptized, but John initially hesitated, saying he needed to be baptized by Jesus (Matthew 3:13-14)
Jesus replied, "Permit it to be so now, for thus it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness" (Matthew 3:15)
After Jesus' baptism, the heavens opened, the Spirit of God descended like a dove, and a voice said, "This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased" (Matthew 3:16-17)

Satan Tempts Jesus

Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil (Matthew 4:1)
The devil tempted Jesus three times, and Jesus responded each time with a quote from Scripture (Matthew 4:3-10)
After the temptations, angels came and ministered to Jesus (Matthew 4:11)

Jesus Begins His Galilean Ministry

Jesus heard that John the Baptist had been put in prison, and he departed to Galilee (Matthew 4:12)
Jesus settled in Capernaum, and began preaching, saying "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand" (Matthew 4:17)
He called his first disciples, including Simon Peter and Andrew (Matthew 4:18-22)

The Beatitudes

Jesus taught his disciples, saying "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 5:3)
He also taught, "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted" (Matthew 5:4)
And, "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth" (Matthew 5:5)

Believers Are Salt and Light

Jesus taught his disciples, "You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned?" (Matthew 5:13)
He also taught, "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden" (Matthew 5:14)

Christ Fulfills the Law

Jesus taught, "Do not think that I came to destroy the Law or the Prophets. I did not come to destroy but to fulfill" (Matthew 5:17)
He emphasized the importance of keeping even the smallest commandments (Matthew 5:18-19)

Murder Begins in the Heart

Jesus taught, "You have heard that it was said to those of old, 'You shall not murder, and whoever murders will be in danger of the judgment'" (Matthew 5:21)
He also taught, "Whoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment" (Matthew 5:22)

Adultery in the Heart

Jesus taught, "You have heard that it was said to those of old, 'You shall not commit adultery'" (Matthew 5:27)
He also taught, "Whoever looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart" (Matthew 5:28)

Marriage Is Sacred and Binding

Jesus taught, "Furthermore it has been said, 'Whoever divorces his wife, let him give her a certificate of divorce'" (Matthew 5:31)
He also taught, "Whoever marries a woman who is divorced commits adultery" (Matthew 5:32)

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This quiz is about John the Baptist's preaching in the wilderness of Judea, preparing the way for the kingdom of heaven. It covers his message, appearance, and diet.