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What was the primary message the Twelve were instructed to proclaim?
What was the primary message the Twelve were instructed to proclaim?
- The coming of the Kingdom of Israel. (correct)
- The importance of peace and reconciliation.
- The establishment of a new earthly kingdom.
- The imminent arrival of God's judgment.
What was the significance of Jesus's response to John's disciples?
What was the significance of Jesus's response to John's disciples?
- It directly confirmed Jesus's identity as the Messiah to John.
- It clarified the nature of the Kingdom of Heaven.
- It provided evidence of Jesus's divine power and authority. (correct)
- It emphasized the importance of faith over doubt.
Why did Jesus describe his message as a 'sword'?
Why did Jesus describe his message as a 'sword'?
- To encourage his followers to defend themselves against persecution.
- To warn of the impending destruction of Jerusalem.
- To symbolize the divisive nature of truth and God's word. (correct)
- To advocate for armed rebellion against Roman rule.
What possible reasons are suggested for John the Baptist sending his disciples to Jesus?
What possible reasons are suggested for John the Baptist sending his disciples to Jesus?
What is the meaning of Jesus's statement that the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than John?
What is the meaning of Jesus's statement that the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than John?
Flashcards
The Twelve Apostles
The Twelve Apostles
The twelve chosen disciples of Jesus tasked with proclaiming the Kingdom of Israel.
Mission Instructions
Mission Instructions
Jesus instructed the Apostles to take no pay and trust in God while proclaiming His message.
John the Baptist's Question
John the Baptist's Question
John sent disciples to ask Jesus if He was the Messiah they were expecting.
Jesus' Miracles
Jesus' Miracles
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Jesus on John the Baptist
Jesus on John the Baptist
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Study Notes
The Death of the Baptist
- John the Baptist sent disciples to Jesus.
- Disciples asked Jesus if he was the prophesied Messiah.
- Jesus described the miracles he performed.
- John's disciples were sent to assess Jesus's role.
- John anticipated his own death and wished his followers to reassess their faith.
- John felt the need for reassurance his work as herald of the Messiah had been fulfilled.
John's Mission
- John the Baptist's disciples asked Jesus if he was the Messiah.
- John the Baptist sent disciples to Jesus, to assess his role.
- John the Baptist's mission was to herald the Messiah.
- John the Baptist proclaimed the coming of the Kingdom of God.
- John was given instructions on how to proceed to preach the Gospel
- John instructed his followers not to expect a military leader as Messiah.
- John's followers were told to depend on the generosity of those he preached to.
The Twelve's Assignment
- The Twelve were given the task of proclaiming the coming of the Kingdom of God to the lost sheep of Israel
- They received instructions on how to proceed to preach the Gospel, including: expecting hostility and rejection, and to rely on God.
- Instruction included, but not limited to do not take payment for preaching but to expect generosity from those they preach to, depend on their kindness.
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