Topic 1-Ministry Of Jesus

Question 1

Why is the Old Testament important for Catholics?

Answer 1

It describes the beginning of God’s relationship with humans, contains covenants and prophecies that Catholics believe Jesus fulfills, and offers valuable prayers and wisdom.

The Old Testament aids in understanding the whole story of salvation history.

Question 2

What does the Old Testament reveal about God’s plan?

Answer 2

It shows the beginning of God’s revelation to humans and unfolds God’s plan for humanity.

The first book, Genesis, outlines creation and the Fall.

Question 3

What is the significance of Genesis in the Old Testament?

Answer 3

Genesis 1 and 2 outline God’s creation of a perfect world, while Genesis 3 describes the Fall and the resulting distance between God and humans.

Question 4

What role do covenants and prophecies play in the Old Testament?

Answer 4

They demonstrate God’s continuing love for humans and outline what people must do to be close to God.

Question 5

Who do Catholics believe the Messiah is?

Answer 5

Jesus, who grants salvation to humanity.

Question 6

What does the New Testament reveal?

Answer 6

Details of Jesus’ life, ministry, death, resurrection, and the spread of the early Church.

Question 7

How does Jesus refer to the Old Testament in his teachings?

Answer 7

He shows that it remains relevant to his followers and to himself.

Question 8

What is the definition of salvation in the context of Catholicism?

Answer 8

The process of being saved from sin and returning to God through his grace.

Question 9

What does revelation mean in a Catholic context?

Answer 9

The way in which God is made known to humans, most perfectly through Jesus.

Question 10

What does the phrase ‘intrinsic value’ mean in relation to the Old Testament?

Answer 10

It means that the Old Testament is essential and valuable in its own right.

Question 11

According to the Catechism, how should the Old Testament be read?

Answer 11

With Jesus in mind, as it teaches about him.

Question 12

What does CCC 129 say about the relationship between the Old and New Testaments?

Answer 12

The New Testament is hidden in the Old, and the Old is unveiled in the New.

Question 13

How does the Old Testament help Catholics understand God?

Answer 13

It holds clues about what will happen in the New Testament, revealing God’s actions and plans.

Question 14

True or False: The Old Testament is not important for Catholics.

Answer 14

False.

Question 15

Fill in the blank: The Old and New Testaments are two halves of the whole story of _______.

Answer 15

salvation.

Question 16

What is the Youth Catechism’s stance on the Old Testament’s importance?

Answer 16

‘Without the Old Testament, we cannot understand Jesus.’

Question 18

What does the term ‘incarnate’ mean?

Answer 18

‘Made flesh’

Refers to the concept of God becoming human in Jesus.

Question 19

What is the Incarnation?

Answer 19

The time when God became flesh in Jesus

Important belief for Christians, emphasizing Jesus’ dual nature as both human and divine.

Question 20

Why is the Incarnation important in Catholicism?

Answer 20

It explains how God was physically present on earth in Jesus

Jesus is not a separate being; he is God.

Question 21

What does Christians’ worship of Jesus signify?

Answer 21

They are worshipping God

Because Jesus is considered truly God.

Question 22

What festival celebrates the Incarnation?

Answer 22

Christmas

It commemorates the birth of Jesus as God made human.

Question 23

Why did the Incarnation take place according to Christians?

Answer 23

To repair the broken relationship between God and humans

Jesus shares God’s message and offers salvation.

Question 24

How is Jesus described in John’s Gospel?

Answer 24

The ‘light of the world’

He reveals the right way to live.

Question 25

What does Revelation mean?

Answer 25

To reveal or share something important ## Footnote Jesus is seen as the fullness of revelation.

Question 26

What does the Catechism say about Jesus?

Answer 26

He is the fullness of revelation ## Footnote God communicates everything necessary through him.

Question 27

What is the significance of the Nicene Creed?

Answer 27

It emphasizes the doctrine of the Incarnation for Catholics ## Footnote It includes statements about Jesus being God.

Question 28

What does 'consubstantial' mean?

Answer 28

'Of the same substance' ## Footnote Indicates that the Son is the same as the Father.

Question 29

What does the Nicene Creed state about Jesus?

Answer 29

He is the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages ## Footnote It highlights Jesus' divine nature.

Question 30

True or False: Jesus was created like everything else that exists.

Answer 30

False ## Footnote Jesus is begotten, not made.

Question 31

Fill in the blank: The doctrine of the Incarnation teaches that God came to earth as _______.

Answer 31

[a human being: Jesus]

Question 32

What does the term 'divine' refer to?

Answer 32

Of God ## Footnote Relates to God's nature.

Question 33

What do Catholics believe about the gradual revelation of God?

Answer 33

God revealed himself gradually and in part to the Jewish people ## Footnote This is reflected in the Old Testament.

Question 34

What is meant by 'partakers of the divine nature'?

Answer 34

Human beings can have a relationship with God and become more like God ## Footnote This is a result of the Incarnation.

Question 35

What is one of the most important titles for understanding the Trinity?

Answer 35

'Son of God'

Question 36

Does the title 'Son of God' imply that Jesus is less than God?

Answer 36

No, it means he is the Son of the Father and one of the persons of the Trinity.

Question 37

How does the Catechism of the Catholic Church view Jesus as the Son of God?

Answer 37

It describes him as the 'Only Begotten Son of God', placing him on a different level than any other human being.

Question 38

According to Youth Catechism 74, what does the title 'Son of God' signify about Jesus?

Answer 38

It signifies that Jesus is more than a man, being unique among all human beings.

Question 39

What does the title 'Son of God' indicate about Jesus's nature?

Answer 39

It indicates that Jesus is human but also one and the same as God.

Question 40

What is prophesied in Psalms 2:7 regarding the Messiah?

Answer 40

'The Lord said to me, 'You are my Son; today I have begotten you.'

Question 41

What does 2 Samuel 7:14 predict about God's relationship to the Messiah?

Answer 41

'I will be to him a father, and he shall be to me a son.'

Question 42

Who presents Jesus at his baptism?

Answer 42

John the Baptist and God the Father.

Question 43

What does Mark's Gospel say about John the Baptist?

Answer 43

He was popular at the time and prepared the way for the Lord.

Question 44

What significant event occurs during Jesus's baptism according to Mark 1:9-11?

Answer 44

The Spirit descends on Jesus like a dove, and a voice from heaven declares him as God's beloved Son.

Question 45

What does the voice from heaven say at Jesus's baptism?

Answer 45

'You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.'

Question 46

What does the title 'Son of God' signify in terms of Jesus's relationship with God?

Answer 46

It signifies a relationship that is not about physical parenting but reflects Jesus's divine nature.

Question 47

True or False: All human beings can refer to God as 'Father' in the same way Jesus does.

Answer 47

False

Question 48

Fill in the blank: The _______ refers to God as three in one - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Answer 48

[Trinity]

Question 49

Identify three things that happen at Jesus's baptism.

Answer 49

* Jesus is baptized by John the Baptist * The Spirit descends on him like a dove * God the Father declares him as his beloved Son

Question 50

How does understanding the Incarnation help to understand the title 'Son of God'?

Answer 50

It provides insight into the nature of Jesus as both divine and human.