Mark Chapter 9 Questions Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Jesus said that some standing there would not taste ___________ until they saw the kingdom of God come with power.

death

How long did Jesus stay in the towns of Caesarea Philippi before He went up to a high mountain to be transfigured?

6 days

Which three disciples did Jesus take with Him up into a high mountain to witness His transfiguration?

John (correct)

Peter (correct)

James (correct)

Andrew

How does Mark describe Jesus' clothing at the transfiguration?

Shining and exceedingly white like snow Signup and view all the answers

What two men appeared with Jesus at the transfiguration?

Elijah Signup and view all the answers

Who wanted to build three tabernacles at the transfiguration?

Peter Signup and view all the answers

What emotion did Peter, James, and John feel at the transfiguration?

They were greatly afraid Signup and view all the answers

What appeared at the transfiguration and overshadowed those who were present?

A cloud Signup and view all the answers

At the transfiguration, what did the voice say from the cloud?

This is my beloved Son. Hear Him! Signup and view all the answers

On the way down from the transfiguration, what did Jesus instruct His disciples about telling others of what happened on the mountain?

Not to tell about it until the Son of Man had risen from the dead Signup and view all the answers

Who asked, 'Why do the scribes say that Elijah must first come?'

Peter, James, and John Signup and view all the answers

What prophet did Jesus say would come first and restore all things?

Elijah Signup and view all the answers

Who brought the boy with a mute spirit to Jesus after the transfiguration?

The boy's father Signup and view all the answers

When the boy with a mute spirit was brought to Jesus, what happened when the boy saw Jesus?

The spirit convulsed him, the boy fell on the ground, he wallowed and foamed at the mouth Signup and view all the answers

How long had the boy been possessed with a mute spirit?

From childhood Signup and view all the answers

What did the spirit do to destroy the boy it possessed?

Cast him into the fire and into water Signup and view all the answers

When a man brought his son with a mute spirit to Jesus, what did Jesus say the man had to do before his son could be healed?

Believe Signup and view all the answers

Who said, 'Lord, I believe; help my unbelief.'?

The father of the boy possessed with a mute spirit Signup and view all the answers

Immediately after Jesus cast out the unclean spirit from the boy, what did many people say about the boy?

He is dead. Signup and view all the answers

After Jesus cast out the unclean spirit from the boy, what did Jesus do?

He took him by the hand and lifted him up Signup and view all the answers

Who could not cast out the unclean spirit when they tried?

Jesus' disciples Signup and view all the answers

Even though Jesus predicted that he would be killed and raised from the dead, what were the disciples afraid to do?

Ask Jesus about what he meant by this Signup and view all the answers

Into what city did Jesus go after healing the boy with the mute spirit?

Capernaum Signup and view all the answers

What had the disciples disputed among themselves on the way to Capernaum?

Who would be the greatest Signup and view all the answers

Jesus told the twelve disciples that if anyone desired to be first, he would be _ of all and ___ of all.

last, servant Signup and view all the answers

Who did Jesus say should be received in His name?

Children Signup and view all the answers

Who did John say the disciples had forbidden for not following them?

Someone who was casting out demons in Jesus' name Signup and view all the answers

About whom did Jesus say, '...it would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck, and he were thrown into the sea.'?

Anyone who causes one of these children to stumble Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus say to do if your hand makes you sin?

Cut it off Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus say to do if your eye makes you sin?

Pluck it out Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus say repeatedly about the fire of hell?

It is never quenched Signup and view all the answers

Mark 9 ends with Jesus telling his disciples to 'Have in yourselves, and have _ with one another.'

salt, peace Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Transfiguration of Jesus

Jesus foretold that some present would not experience death until witnessing God's kingdom arrive with power.
He remained in Caesarea Philippi for six days before ascending a high mountain for transfiguration.
Only Peter, James, and John accompanied Jesus to witness the moment of transfiguration.
At transfiguration, Jesus’ clothing was described as shining and exceedingly white, resembling snow.
Moses and Elijah appeared alongside Jesus during the transfiguration.

Reactions and Instructions

Peter suggested building three tabernacles at the transfiguration.
The three disciples—Peter, James, and John—felt great fear during the event.
A cloud overshadowed everyone present during the transfiguration.
A voice from the cloud declared, "This is my beloved Son. Hear Him!" affirming Jesus’ divine authority.
Jesus instructed His disciples not to reveal the transfiguration until after His resurrection.

Discussion on Prophecy

Peter, James, and John questioned why the scribes stated that Elijah must first come.
Jesus indicated that Elijah would indeed come first to restore all things, associated with John the Baptist.

Healing the Boy

After the transfiguration, a boy possessed with a mute spirit was brought by his father for healing.
The boy convulsed, fell, and foamed at the mouth when he saw Jesus.
The boy had been afflicted by the mute spirit since childhood, with the spirit attempting to harm him by throwing him into fire and water.
Jesus emphasized the necessity of the man's belief for his son's healing.

Dialogues of Faith

The boy's father professed, "Lord, I believe; help my unbelief," signifying his struggle with faith.
After casting out the unclean spirit, many believed the boy was dead.
Jesus took the boy's hand and lifted him up, restoring him to health.
Jesus’ disciples were unable to cast out the unclean spirit when they attempted.

Questions and Teachings

The disciples feared to inquire about Jesus’ predictions of His death and resurrection.
After healing, Jesus went to Capernaum.
The disciples debated among themselves about who would be the greatest.
Jesus taught that to be first, one must be last and serve all.

Teachings on Children and Sin

Jesus affirmed the importance of receiving children in His name.
John reported to Jesus about someone casting out demons in His name, whom the disciples had forbidden.
Jesus warned that causing a child to stumble would lead to dire consequences, comparing it to being thrown into the sea with a millstone around one’s neck.

Sin and Consequences

Jesus advised drastic measures to avoid sin, stating to cut off one's hand or pluck out one’s eye that causes sin.
He characterized the fire of hell as unquenchable.
Mark 9 concludes with Jesus instructing His disciples to have salt and peace with one another.

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