Revision for Parables - RE

Question 1

What is the kingdom of God?

Answer 1

The kingdom of God is the spiritual realm over which God reigns as king, or the fulfillment on Earth of God’s will

Question 2

Give two ‘kingdom values’

Answer 2

Peaceful, respectful

Question 3

What four types of people are there (in relation to the Kingdom of God)?

Answer 3

1. People who hear the message but don’t understand.
2. People who receive the message but it does not sink in deep.
3. People who hear God’s message and understand it ; they follow God’s way and bear fruit.
4. People who hear God’s message but a love for riches chokes it and they don’t bear fruit.

Question 4

What is the main message of the Mustard Tree parable?

Answer 4

That even from a tiny little seed a giant tree can flourish and be strong.

Question 5

Who do the two main characters in the Lost Son represent?

Answer 5

They represent the righteous and unrighteous people.

Question 6

What is the main message of the Parable of The Lost Son?

Answer 6

God will forgive you if you are truly sorry for what you have done.

Question 7

What is the main message of the Good Samaritan parable?

Answer 7

You should take care of your neighbour, even if it is difficult and you should treat people how you want to be treated and respect them.

Question 8

Who is represented by the Sheep and the Goats?

Answer 8

The sheep represent the righteous people and the goat represent the unrighteous people.