Lessons 20 & 21 Flashcards
What are three things nearly every person in the world desires?
fame, money, power
Why is Jesus the true model of greatness?
he came to serve rather be served
Jesus declared that whoever desires to be great in our world must become a _____.
servant
Why does God not like a proud and egotystical heart?
it doesn’t feel the need of God
What did the disciples often talk about as they followed Jesus from place to place?
who was the greatest
In God’s spiritiual kingdom, the _____ comes before the _____.
cross, crown
When did the disciples finally understand the true nature of Christ’s kingdom?
after Christ’s death
How did the pharisee and the publican differ in their spiritual attitude toward God?
Pharisee~ pride in himself
Publican~ humble and focused on God’s mercy
What kingdom did Jesus usher in at His first coming?
spiritual
What story about real greatness is recorded in all three synoptic gospels?
contrasting between bickering disciples and the humility of a child
T or F The prophecy of Daniel 9 was given to Daniel around 70 years after the Jewish people were taken into Babylonian captivity.
True
T or F The 70 week prophecy announced the end of Babylonian captivity as well as the coming of the Messiah.
True
T or F During the final week of the 70 week prophecy, the Jews stoned Stephen.
False
T or F The Jewish leaders expected that when the Messiah appeared, He would first come to them and explain His plans to deliver the nation.
True
T or F The Jewish leaders expected that when the Messiah appeared, He would first come to them and explain His plans to deliver the nation.
True
