Persecution of Jesus' Disciples
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Which Apostle was killed by being thrown from the Temple and then beaten to death with a club?

  • Andrew
  • James, son of Alphaeus (correct)
  • Bartholomew
  • John
  • Who advised the Sanhedrin to take a 'wait and see' attitude towards the Apostles?

  • Paul
  • Stephen
  • Jesus
  • Gamaliel (correct)
  • In which country was Bartholomew flayed to death by a whip?

  • India
  • Greece
  • Ethiopia
  • Armenia (correct)
  • Who among the Apostles was boiled in oil and exiled?

    <p>John</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Apostle was crucified upside down on a cross in Rome?

    <p>Peter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who wrote the Book of Revelation while being exiled on the prison island of Patmos?

    <p>John</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gamaliel reduced Jesus to the status of what according to his advice to the Sanhedrin?

    <p>'False prophets and kings'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "The Apostles' persecution is an example for Christians to follow in their proclamation of Jesus" underscores the significance of what?

    <p>'Perseverance'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Apostle was killed by being dragged by horses through the streets until death?

    <p>Mark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was crucified on an x-shaped cross in Patras, Greece?

    <p>Andrew</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Cost of Following Jesus

    • Jesus warned His disciples that following Him would not be easy
    • Persecutions in the Church started with the stoning of Stephen and have continued throughout the ages
    • Despite the difficulties, Christians should not be afraid, for Christ will be with them till the end of time

    Martyrdom of the Apostles

    • Matthew suffered martyrdom in Ethiopia by a sword wound
    • John was boiled in oil and sentenced to the mines on the prison island of Patmos, where he wrote the Book of Revelation
    • Peter was crucified upside down on a cross in Rome
    • James, son of Alphaeus, was thrown from the Temple pinnacle and then beaten to death with a club
    • James, the great son of Zebedee, was beheaded in Jerusalem
    • Bartholomew was flayed to death by a whip in Armenia
    • Andrew was crucified on an x-shaped cross in Patras, Greece
    • Thomas was stabbed with a spear in India
    • Jude Thaddeus was killed with arrows
    • Matthias was stoned and then beheaded
    • Mark died in Alexandria, Egypt, after being dragged by horses through the streets
    • Luke was hanged in Greece
    • Paul was beheaded in Rome

    Lessons from the Martyrdom of the Apostles

    • The Apostles willingly faced persecution and death for their faith in Christ
    • Their example inspires Christians to remain strong in their faith and to stand up for what they believe in, even in the face of adversity

    The Apostles and Their Persecution

    • The Apostles were persecuted by the Sanhedrin for their teachings of Christianity
    • They were imprisoned, beaten, and warned not to teach, but they continued to do so
    • Their joy at suffering for Jesus is an example for Christians

    Gamaliel's Advice

    • Gamaliel advised the Sanhedrin to take a "wait and see" attitude towards the Apostles
    • He reduced Jesus to the status of false prophets and kings, whose movements had died out with their leaders

    The Apostles' Response to Persecution

    • The Apostles demonstrated that they do not obey humans but God
    • They returned unhindered to teach about Jesus, the Messiah

    Significance of the Apostles' Persecution

    • The Apostles' persecution is an example for Christians to follow in their proclamation of Jesus
    • Despite the obstacles, the Christians' cause triumphed and the followers of Jesus were gathered in ever-growing numbers

    Relevance of the Passage from Acts 5:35-39

    • The passage emphasizes the importance of obeying God rather than humans
    • It highlights the powerlessness of political power against the power of God

    The Apostles and Their Teachings

    • The Apostles' teachings form a large portion of the New Testament
    • They taught many of the foundational doctrines of Christianity

    The Apostle Paul

    • The Apostle Paul was one of the Apostles who was persecuted by the Sanhedrin
    • He was tortured and then beheaded by the evil Emperor Nero at Rome in AD 67 (not completely certain)

    Spread of Christianity Despite Persecution

    • The blood of martyrs has contributed to the growth of the Church
    • The Apostles preached the Good News fearlessly, leading to the spread of Christianity beyond Jerusalem to the Gentiles
    • The Church has faced persecution throughout the centuries, including arrest, imprisonment, torture, execution, massacre, forced suppression, and harassment from agnosticism

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