1 Peter 5:7
6) Post to your blog
7) Read the Christmas story in Luke 1-2
8) Post a 3 point "Get Your Preach On" from this passage to your blog!
Friday, December 11, 2009
Redemption Day'
1 Peter 5:7
6) Post to your blog
7) Read the Christmas story in Luke 1-2
8) Post a 3 point "Get Your Preach On" from this passage to your blog!
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
1 Peter
1 Peter:
Who wrote it?
~Peter, an apostle of Jesus
When was it written?
~Circa 62-64 AD
What is the setting?
~Peter was in Rome while Nero was persecuting Christians.
Who was it written to?
~Jewish Christians suffering percustion.
What does 1 Peter 3:9 say? (Write out scripture)
~You love hime evern though you have never seen him.
2 Peter:
Who wrote it?
~Peter, because he knows he is about to die.
When was it written?
~Circa 67 AD
Who was it written to?
~To belivers throughout the Roman emipire
What is 2 Peter about (2 things)?
1.Warning about false Christians.
2.Exhorting Christians to grow in faith.
What does 2 Peter 1:3 say? (Write out scripture)
His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.
Who wrote it?
~Peter, an apostle of Jesus
When was it written?
~Circa 62-64 AD
What is the setting?
~Peter was in Rome while Nero was persecuting Christians.
Who was it written to?
~Jewish Christians suffering percustion.
What does 1 Peter 3:9 say? (Write out scripture)
~You love hime evern though you have never seen him.
2 Peter:
Who wrote it?
~Peter, because he knows he is about to die.
When was it written?
~Circa 67 AD
Who was it written to?
~To belivers throughout the Roman emipire
What is 2 Peter about (2 things)?
1.Warning about false Christians.
2.Exhorting Christians to grow in faith.
What does 2 Peter 1:3 say? (Write out scripture)
His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.
Friday, November 20, 2009
James Book Assignment
James 3 is all about tamming the tounge. And if you are a teacher you should make sure you are called to be a teacher. Because the Lord will judge you strictly. You shouldnt teacher false prophicies. You are suppose to be teaching the right things to do. You should be fake. You could be leading people to hell and not know it. So you should be certian if you are called to be a teacher.
You shouldnt be bitter.
You shouldnt be bitter.
James 3
Crystal-
James 3 starts out talking about being a teacher. Everyone isn't made for that. I love how he states that no one is perfect. That encourages me whenever I am doing something and it doesn't turn out exactly how I planned I just have to remind myself that nothing is perfect and that everyone makes mistakes. It also talks about being humble. Being humble is not always easy so that is something that I definitely need to work on.
Controlling my mouth is extremely hard for me. It is something that I have to work on constantly, all day, everyday. I believe that somethings are just left unsaid. Like if someone's jeans are ugly, don't tell them that they are cute when you really think that they are ugly. Like just don't say anything. In the bible it also says that if you think something it is the same as commiting the sin. I have to work on that too because if I think it I am going to say it, thats just how I am. It is a HARD task to control your tongue but it is something that we all need to do.
We should learn from the wise. My nanny is 98 and she is the best at giving advise
James 3 starts out talking about being a teacher. Everyone isn't made for that. I love how he states that no one is perfect. That encourages me whenever I am doing something and it doesn't turn out exactly how I planned I just have to remind myself that nothing is perfect and that everyone makes mistakes. It also talks about being humble. Being humble is not always easy so that is something that I definitely need to work on.
Controlling my mouth is extremely hard for me. It is something that I have to work on constantly, all day, everyday. I believe that somethings are just left unsaid. Like if someone's jeans are ugly, don't tell them that they are cute when you really think that they are ugly. Like just don't say anything. In the bible it also says that if you think something it is the same as commiting the sin. I have to work on that too because if I think it I am going to say it, thats just how I am. It is a HARD task to control your tongue but it is something that we all need to do.
We should learn from the wise. My nanny is 98 and she is the best at giving advise
Hebrews 12 assignment
Hebrews 12 is saying that you should be greatful and thankful that we have a God that we do. Because he is our protector. And he helps us through everthing trial and struggle. And he is saying how we should stay hummble. And stay Christians no matter what we go through.
This bible chapter is also saying how you should not not refuse God. Becasuse he is our savior. And that you should not walk around bitter. And all sad. Because God does alot for you.
You should also be kind to your brother. Because he is also a work of God. And in te long run He will make you stronger. You should be rude or anything of that nature. You should stay stong and humble in Gods word.
14Make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. This to me means that you should make an efort to be a Christian. And not just blow things off that you think you can get away with. You should just wake up and walk around. You need to give God the praise for somethings. You can always think everything is going to go your way. You have to make peace with your neighboor. And not treat them like trash.
Hebrews 12
Crystal-
Hebrews 12 is about us just setting our eyes on Jesus. I believe that Jesus wants us to seperate ourselves from the people who aren't helping us in our christian lives. I think that we should want to do that anyway because we want to gt closer to God. We should praise God with everything that we do and say. We should just be running the race and have our eyes set on the prize at the end.
When God says: My son, do not make light of the Lord's discipline, and do not lose heart when he rebukes you.
That is an important verse and something to remember throughout life. We should always stay true and never lose our faith because of correction. I think that correction and discipline is extremely vital to life. Without discipline we would all be crazy people. God blesses us by correcting us and then forgiving us for our sin, he could just forget about us. So we are extremely blessed.
Hebrews 12:14 is telling us to stay pure and make sure that everyone around us is pure. Make everything peaceful or try to atleast. We need to stay out of petty fights. No need to gossip because we need to try and mend fences not be mean to people.
This verse stands out to me the most:
28Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe, 29for our "God is a consuming fire." I feel that this is encouragement and it helps me sometimes whenever I feel like giving up. Like it said just keep your eye on the prize.
Hebrews 12 is about us just setting our eyes on Jesus. I believe that Jesus wants us to seperate ourselves from the people who aren't helping us in our christian lives. I think that we should want to do that anyway because we want to gt closer to God. We should praise God with everything that we do and say. We should just be running the race and have our eyes set on the prize at the end.
When God says: My son, do not make light of the Lord's discipline, and do not lose heart when he rebukes you.
That is an important verse and something to remember throughout life. We should always stay true and never lose our faith because of correction. I think that correction and discipline is extremely vital to life. Without discipline we would all be crazy people. God blesses us by correcting us and then forgiving us for our sin, he could just forget about us. So we are extremely blessed.
Hebrews 12:14 is telling us to stay pure and make sure that everyone around us is pure. Make everything peaceful or try to atleast. We need to stay out of petty fights. No need to gossip because we need to try and mend fences not be mean to people.
This verse stands out to me the most:
28Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe, 29for our "God is a consuming fire." I feel that this is encouragement and it helps me sometimes whenever I feel like giving up. Like it said just keep your eye on the prize.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Titus 3
Rachael: You should be obident to authoirties. And listen to what they say. Because the Lord put them in that postion for a reason.
Crystal: The verse to me was basically telling me to be humble, so that God can work through the people he has put in front of me to help me. I need to be respectfull and to always remember that my way is not always the best way.
Crystal: The verse to me was basically telling me to be humble, so that God can work through the people he has put in front of me to help me. I need to be respectfull and to always remember that my way is not always the best way.
TESTTT! :)
Titus:
Who wrote it? Paul
When was it written?63 A.D.
Who is Titus?Paul started a church in Crete and he was over the church.
Where is Titus at?
Crete.
What is Paul’s Main Point? (Write out scripture and reference)
Promote the kind of living that reflects wholesome teacher.
I don't have a reference but I have what it says " Even one of their own men, a prophet form crete, has said about them, The people of crete are all liars, cruel animals and lazy gluttens.
Philemon:
Who wrote it? Paul
When was it written? 60 ad
Who is Philemon?A slave owner and a church leader.
Who is Onesimus?Philemons runaway slave.
What does Paul say to Philemon? He told him to go back to his master.
Who wrote it? Paul
When was it written?63 A.D.
Who is Titus?Paul started a church in Crete and he was over the church.
Where is Titus at?
Crete.
What is Paul’s Main Point? (Write out scripture and reference)
Promote the kind of living that reflects wholesome teacher.
I don't have a reference but I have what it says " Even one of their own men, a prophet form crete, has said about them, The people of crete are all liars, cruel animals and lazy gluttens.
Philemon:
Who wrote it? Paul
When was it written? 60 ad
Who is Philemon?A slave owner and a church leader.
Who is Onesimus?Philemons runaway slave.
What does Paul say to Philemon? He told him to go back to his master.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Read "How To Pastor A Congregation of Scum" on page 451. Answer questions and post to blog:
1) What's the "one liner" in Paul's letter? The people of Crete are all liars, cruel animals, and lazy gluttons.
2) Who is Paul quoting? a Crete writer
3) What is Titus' job in Crete? organize churches
4) The Island People are descended from? Corinth
5) Though Cretans are spiritually sick,there just the kind of people Jesus needs most.
Read "Tough Love" on page 452. Answer questions and post to blog:
1) What does Titus 1:12-13 say? Even one of their own men, a prohphet from Crete has said about them the people of Crete are all liars, cruel animals, and lazy gluttons. This is true so reprimand them sternly.
2) What's Titus on the island of Crete to do? Completes the work there and appoints elders for each town.
3) What's at the top of Titus' "To-Do" list? Find pastors for each church
4) Who's Minos? A legendary ruler
5) What destroyed the ancient Minoan civilization? A tidal wave
6) What happened in 67 BC? the Romans conquered the island of Crete
7) Cretan pastors should? be faithful to their wives, have well behaved children not be arogant or quick tempered, not be heavy drinkers, violent, or dishonest, enjoy having guests in their homes, and be able to teach others about christian lifestyle.
8)What does Titus 1:11 say? Who's Paul referring to? because they are turning whole families away from the truth by their false teaching, they must be silent. He is refering to people who brag about their Jewish pedigree.
9) What does Titus 3:10 say? Who's Paul referring to? Give a first and second warning, after that have nothing more to do with them. Jewish christians in Crete.
Read "Crete Critics" page 455. Answer questions and post to blog:
1) Who was Epimenides? What'd he say? he is a cretian prophet, " the people of Crete are all liars, evil brutes, and lazy gluttons.
2) What does "Kretizo" refer to? An ancient verb form of Cretan, means "why"
3) Who was "Callimachus"? What'd he say? He was a Cretan poet, he said Cretan's are always liars. A tomb, oh lord, cretans built for you, but you didnt die. you are forever.
4) Who was "Plutarch"? What'd he say? a Greek historian, all of his soldiers abandon him except for the Cretans, who followed him not out of good will, but because they devoted to his riches as bees to their honey combs.
5) Each person in your group should read the book of Titus and post a 2-paragraph summary about the book. Include 1 scripture from the book. Your thoughts about Titus? Your thoughts about Titus? your thoughts about Crete?
Read "A Favor From a Christian Slave Owner" page 456. Answer questions and post to blog:
1) Who's Philemon? He was a slave owner
2) Who's Onesimus? A runaway slave
3) How does Paul fit into the mix? He writes Philemon a letter. He told Philemon to accept Onesimus in.
4) Each person in your group should read the book of Philemon and post a 2-paragraph summary about the book. Include 1 scripture from the book. Your thoughts on Onesimus, Philemon, and Paul?
1) What's the "one liner" in Paul's letter? The people of Crete are all liars, cruel animals, and lazy gluttons.
2) Who is Paul quoting? a Crete writer
3) What is Titus' job in Crete? organize churches
4) The Island People are descended from? Corinth
5) Though Cretans are spiritually sick,there just the kind of people Jesus needs most.
Read "Tough Love" on page 452. Answer questions and post to blog:
1) What does Titus 1:12-13 say? Even one of their own men, a prohphet from Crete has said about them the people of Crete are all liars, cruel animals, and lazy gluttons. This is true so reprimand them sternly.
2) What's Titus on the island of Crete to do? Completes the work there and appoints elders for each town.
3) What's at the top of Titus' "To-Do" list? Find pastors for each church
4) Who's Minos? A legendary ruler
5) What destroyed the ancient Minoan civilization? A tidal wave
6) What happened in 67 BC? the Romans conquered the island of Crete
7) Cretan pastors should? be faithful to their wives, have well behaved children not be arogant or quick tempered, not be heavy drinkers, violent, or dishonest, enjoy having guests in their homes, and be able to teach others about christian lifestyle.
8)What does Titus 1:11 say? Who's Paul referring to? because they are turning whole families away from the truth by their false teaching, they must be silent. He is refering to people who brag about their Jewish pedigree.
9) What does Titus 3:10 say? Who's Paul referring to? Give a first and second warning, after that have nothing more to do with them. Jewish christians in Crete.
Read "Crete Critics" page 455. Answer questions and post to blog:
1) Who was Epimenides? What'd he say? he is a cretian prophet, " the people of Crete are all liars, evil brutes, and lazy gluttons.
2) What does "Kretizo" refer to? An ancient verb form of Cretan, means "why"
3) Who was "Callimachus"? What'd he say? He was a Cretan poet, he said Cretan's are always liars. A tomb, oh lord, cretans built for you, but you didnt die. you are forever.
4) Who was "Plutarch"? What'd he say? a Greek historian, all of his soldiers abandon him except for the Cretans, who followed him not out of good will, but because they devoted to his riches as bees to their honey combs.
5) Each person in your group should read the book of Titus and post a 2-paragraph summary about the book. Include 1 scripture from the book. Your thoughts about Titus? Your thoughts about Titus? your thoughts about Crete?
Read "A Favor From a Christian Slave Owner" page 456. Answer questions and post to blog:
1) Who's Philemon? He was a slave owner
2) Who's Onesimus? A runaway slave
3) How does Paul fit into the mix? He writes Philemon a letter. He told Philemon to accept Onesimus in.
4) Each person in your group should read the book of Philemon and post a 2-paragraph summary about the book. Include 1 scripture from the book. Your thoughts on Onesimus, Philemon, and Paul?
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
What a Christian looks like...
1. What does Paul say about older men?
Paul tells Titus to teach themselves self control and patience so that they will make wise choices, so that they will earn the respect that younger people give them. And since others live up to them, they of all people need to understand the christian faith.
2. What does Paul say about older women?
They shouldn't bad mouth people or drink too much drink too much or become mentors. They should be teachering younger women to be mothers and wives.
3. What does Paul say about young men?
They should be Kind and helpful towards others.
What does he say about slaves?
They should please their masters.
What does he say about roman citizens?
He wants them to be shining lights in the roman empire and be spiritual in an evil world.
Paul tells Titus to teach themselves self control and patience so that they will make wise choices, so that they will earn the respect that younger people give them. And since others live up to them, they of all people need to understand the christian faith.
2. What does Paul say about older women?
They shouldn't bad mouth people or drink too much drink too much or become mentors. They should be teachering younger women to be mothers and wives.
3. What does Paul say about young men?
They should be Kind and helpful towards others.
What does he say about slaves?
They should please their masters.
What does he say about roman citizens?
He wants them to be shining lights in the roman empire and be spiritual in an evil world.
Friday, October 16, 2009
Read pp. 423-424 in your textbook. Answer the following questions and post to your blog:
a. Why are Bible experts having a tough time figuring out what Colosse's problem is?
Its like listening to one side of a phone conversation and trying o interpret whats happening on the other end.
b. Who was Epaphras?
A minster
c. What's heresy? What kind of heresy is Paul talking about?
A wraped teacheing that the Colossians are starting to warm up to.
Mind-over matter religion
~theological seeds that grow into a movement called Gnosticism a century later. Adcocates teach the secret knowledge is the key to salvation.
Jewish Christianty
~Arguing that non-Jewish believers have to obey Jewish laws to get saved.
d. What's Paul's "Main Point"?
6So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, 7rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.
8See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the basic principles of this world rather than on Christ.
e. Where is Colosse?
a Small town about 120 miles east of Ephesus in what is now Turkey.
Read "For Those Tempted to Demote Jesus" page 425. Answer the following questions and post them to your blog.
a. What does Col 1:15 say?
Christ is the visible image of the invisible God. He existed before anything was created and is supreme over all creations.
b. Why can't Paul visit Colosse?
Because he is in prison.
c. How does Paul begin this letter?
with a greeting thats typical of Greek letters.
d. What does Col. 1:16 say?
For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him.
e. Who was Jupiter? Mithra? Local spirits? How does this fit into Colossians?\
Jupiter:Called Zeus among the Greeks, hes the top Roman god and chief of all the Roman gods.
Mithra: Worshipped as a good spirt and ruler of the world, Mirtha is popular among Roman oliders and freed slaves--and widespread throughtout urkey. This faith has a lot in common with Christianity: honoring truth and courage and adopting Sundays as a holy day and December 25 as Mitha's birthday. It also teaches that there's a resurrection, judgement and enturnal life. On the other hand, it promotes astrology--the idea that the movement of planets and stars affected human destiny.
Local spirts: Like some African tribes, many Romans believe that sports live in trees, rivers fields and mountains. Romans give offerings to keep these spirts happy and wear amulets to protect themselves when spirts get upset.
f. Each person in your group should read Colossians 3, and post a 1-paragraph summary about this book to your blog
Rachael: This chapter basically tells you how to live your life.
a. Why are Bible experts having a tough time figuring out what Colosse's problem is?
Its like listening to one side of a phone conversation and trying o interpret whats happening on the other end.
b. Who was Epaphras?
A minster
c. What's heresy? What kind of heresy is Paul talking about?
A wraped teacheing that the Colossians are starting to warm up to.
Mind-over matter religion
~theological seeds that grow into a movement called Gnosticism a century later. Adcocates teach the secret knowledge is the key to salvation.
Jewish Christianty
~Arguing that non-Jewish believers have to obey Jewish laws to get saved.
d. What's Paul's "Main Point"?
6So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, 7rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.
8See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the basic principles of this world rather than on Christ.
e. Where is Colosse?
a Small town about 120 miles east of Ephesus in what is now Turkey.
Read "For Those Tempted to Demote Jesus" page 425. Answer the following questions and post them to your blog.
a. What does Col 1:15 say?
Christ is the visible image of the invisible God. He existed before anything was created and is supreme over all creations.
b. Why can't Paul visit Colosse?
Because he is in prison.
c. How does Paul begin this letter?
with a greeting thats typical of Greek letters.
d. What does Col. 1:16 say?
For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him.
e. Who was Jupiter? Mithra? Local spirits? How does this fit into Colossians?\
Jupiter:Called Zeus among the Greeks, hes the top Roman god and chief of all the Roman gods.
Mithra: Worshipped as a good spirt and ruler of the world, Mirtha is popular among Roman oliders and freed slaves--and widespread throughtout urkey. This faith has a lot in common with Christianity: honoring truth and courage and adopting Sundays as a holy day and December 25 as Mitha's birthday. It also teaches that there's a resurrection, judgement and enturnal life. On the other hand, it promotes astrology--the idea that the movement of planets and stars affected human destiny.
Local spirts: Like some African tribes, many Romans believe that sports live in trees, rivers fields and mountains. Romans give offerings to keep these spirts happy and wear amulets to protect themselves when spirts get upset.
f. Each person in your group should read Colossians 3, and post a 1-paragraph summary about this book to your blog
Rachael: This chapter basically tells you how to live your life.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Crystal and Rachael's test! :)
Galatians:
1.Who wrote Galatians? Paul did.
2.Who was it written to? Church of Galatia.
3.When was it written? Circa 50 AD
4.Why does the author write Galatians?To cleat up confusion about christianity.
5.Where is Galatia? Mordern Day Turkey.
Ephesians:
1.Who wrote Ephesians?Paul did.
2.When was it written? Circa 60 AD
3.Who was it written to? The church at Ephesus.
4.Where is Ephesus? Modern day Turkey.
5.What does he write (2 main points)?1. Praises them for their solid christian reputation.
2. Reminds them taht Jesus is the source of their salvation.
Philippians:
1.Who wrote Philippians? Paul did!! (BIG SHOCKER.)
2.When was it written? Circa 60 AD
3.Who was it written to?Chruch at Philippi.
4.Where is Philippi? Greece.
5.What kind of letter is this? A fatherly letter to the church!
1.Who wrote Galatians? Paul did.
2.Who was it written to? Church of Galatia.
3.When was it written? Circa 50 AD
4.Why does the author write Galatians?To cleat up confusion about christianity.
5.Where is Galatia? Mordern Day Turkey.
Ephesians:
1.Who wrote Ephesians?Paul did.
2.When was it written? Circa 60 AD
3.Who was it written to? The church at Ephesus.
4.Where is Ephesus? Modern day Turkey.
5.What does he write (2 main points)?1. Praises them for their solid christian reputation.
2. Reminds them taht Jesus is the source of their salvation.
Philippians:
1.Who wrote Philippians? Paul did!! (BIG SHOCKER.)
2.When was it written? Circa 60 AD
3.Who was it written to?Chruch at Philippi.
4.Where is Philippi? Greece.
5.What kind of letter is this? A fatherly letter to the church!
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Ephesians & Philippians Book Assignment
a. What kind of letter is Ephesians?
~three fiery letter.
b. What is Paul's "Main Point"?
~He i praising his readers for their solid christian reputation.
c. Who is this letter from?
They say its Paul.
Read page 412 "To Do List for the Mature". Answer the following questions and post your answers to your blog:
a. How does Paul say we can gauge the maturity of our faith?
He doesnt give us a scale to know, because most of us dont get there in this life time to know.
b. What's on Paul's List for "keeping us on track"? List them out.
Stop telling lies
Dont let anger control you
Give generously to others
Dont use foul or abusive language
Be kind to each other, tender hearted and forgiving
Stay away from sexual immorality and obscene jokes
Dont get drunk
Instead, fill yourself with God's Spirt, and sing his praises.
Read page 415 "Suit Up for Spiritual Battle". Answer the following questions and post your answers to your blog:
a. If Christians aren't fighting against Romans, who are they fighting against?
Evil rulers of the unseen world.
b. What are the pieces of physical armor Paul is talking about and what is its spiritual equal?
Belt-Truth
Body armor-God rightousness
Shoes-Peace from the good news
Shield-Faith
Helemt-Salvation
Sword-Word of God
Read "The Race of Our Lives" on page 421. Write a 1 paragraph summary about this passage and post it to your blog. What stuck out to you? Why is this verse so important to us as believers?
Rachael: Forgetting the past forward to what lies ahead! This stuck out to me the most. Because I cant let my past hold me back from the future! If i always do that i will be living in the past.
Crystal: What I got out it was that when we start a race (spiritually) we should have a set goal. We should never start anything without a set goal. It helps you to more succesfull. I think that Paul made an awesome illustration with that.
~three fiery letter.
b. What is Paul's "Main Point"?
~He i praising his readers for their solid christian reputation.
c. Who is this letter from?
They say its Paul.
Read page 412 "To Do List for the Mature". Answer the following questions and post your answers to your blog:
a. How does Paul say we can gauge the maturity of our faith?
He doesnt give us a scale to know, because most of us dont get there in this life time to know.
b. What's on Paul's List for "keeping us on track"? List them out.
Stop telling lies
Dont let anger control you
Give generously to others
Dont use foul or abusive language
Be kind to each other, tender hearted and forgiving
Stay away from sexual immorality and obscene jokes
Dont get drunk
Instead, fill yourself with God's Spirt, and sing his praises.
Read page 415 "Suit Up for Spiritual Battle". Answer the following questions and post your answers to your blog:
a. If Christians aren't fighting against Romans, who are they fighting against?
Evil rulers of the unseen world.
b. What are the pieces of physical armor Paul is talking about and what is its spiritual equal?
Belt-Truth
Body armor-God rightousness
Shoes-Peace from the good news
Shield-Faith
Helemt-Salvation
Sword-Word of God
Read "The Race of Our Lives" on page 421. Write a 1 paragraph summary about this passage and post it to your blog. What stuck out to you? Why is this verse so important to us as believers?
Rachael: Forgetting the past forward to what lies ahead! This stuck out to me the most. Because I cant let my past hold me back from the future! If i always do that i will be living in the past.
Crystal: What I got out it was that when we start a race (spiritually) we should have a set goal. We should never start anything without a set goal. It helps you to more succesfull. I think that Paul made an awesome illustration with that.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Open Notes test
Romans
Who wrote Romans?
Paul
When was it written?
Cira 57 AD.
Who was it written to?
Christians in Rome
Explain “Christianity’s first theology textbook” as it pertains to Romans.
study of divine things or religious truth; divinty. The study of God.
Why did Paul write Romans?
to tel us how God makes us right in His sight by faith.
Write your memory verse for Romans
Romans 1:16: "For I am not ashamed of this good news about Christ. It is the power of Gos at work, saving everyone who believes."
1 Corinthians
Who wrote 1 Cor?
Paul
Who was it written to?
The Corinthians
Where is the city of Corinth (modern day)?
Greece
What 3 problems did the church at Corinth write to Paul about?
1. Church is divided.
2.Church member is living in sin with his stepmom.
3.The Christans are suing each other.
What were his solutions? (In scripture)
He writes them a letter.
Write out your memory verse for 1 Corinthians.
1 Corinthians 3:17- "For God's temple is holy, and you are that temple."
2 Corinthians
Who wrote 2 Corinthians?
Paul
Who was it written to?
The church, the corithians
When was it written?
Cira 55 AD
What five things do these “false apostles” accuse Paul of?
1.Being fake apostle.
2.Promoting himself.
3. Lying to the Corinthians
4. Keeping offering money.
5. Writing stern letters but not backing it up with action.
How does Paul answer each accusation?
Accusation 1: He wwent through to much to be fake.
Accusation 2:5For we do not preach ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus' sake.
Accusation 3: I call God as my witness that it was in order to spare you that I did not return to Corinth. 24Not that we lord it over your faith, but we work with you for your joy, because it is by faith you stand firm.
Accusation 4:We want to avoid any criticism of the way we administer this liberal gift. 21For we are taking pains to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in the eyes of men.
Accusation 5: 9I do not want to seem to be trying to frighten you with my letters. 10For some say, "His letters are weighty and forceful, but in person he is unimpressive and his speaking amounts to nothing." 11Such people should realize that what we are in our letters when we are absent, we will be in our actions when we are present.
Write out your memory verse for 2 Corinthians.
2Corinthians 3:17- "For the Lord spirt, and wherever the spirt of the Lord is there is freedom."
Who wrote Romans?
Paul
When was it written?
Cira 57 AD.
Who was it written to?
Christians in Rome
Explain “Christianity’s first theology textbook” as it pertains to Romans.
study of divine things or religious truth; divinty. The study of God.
Why did Paul write Romans?
to tel us how God makes us right in His sight by faith.
Write your memory verse for Romans
Romans 1:16: "For I am not ashamed of this good news about Christ. It is the power of Gos at work, saving everyone who believes."
1 Corinthians
Who wrote 1 Cor?
Paul
Who was it written to?
The Corinthians
Where is the city of Corinth (modern day)?
Greece
What 3 problems did the church at Corinth write to Paul about?
1. Church is divided.
2.Church member is living in sin with his stepmom.
3.The Christans are suing each other.
What were his solutions? (In scripture)
He writes them a letter.
Write out your memory verse for 1 Corinthians.
1 Corinthians 3:17- "For God's temple is holy, and you are that temple."
2 Corinthians
Who wrote 2 Corinthians?
Paul
Who was it written to?
The church, the corithians
When was it written?
Cira 55 AD
What five things do these “false apostles” accuse Paul of?
1.Being fake apostle.
2.Promoting himself.
3. Lying to the Corinthians
4. Keeping offering money.
5. Writing stern letters but not backing it up with action.
How does Paul answer each accusation?
Accusation 1: He wwent through to much to be fake.
Accusation 2:5For we do not preach ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus' sake.
Accusation 3: I call God as my witness that it was in order to spare you that I did not return to Corinth. 24Not that we lord it over your faith, but we work with you for your joy, because it is by faith you stand firm.
Accusation 4:We want to avoid any criticism of the way we administer this liberal gift. 21For we are taking pains to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in the eyes of men.
Accusation 5: 9I do not want to seem to be trying to frighten you with my letters. 10For some say, "His letters are weighty and forceful, but in person he is unimpressive and his speaking amounts to nothing." 11Such people should realize that what we are in our letters when we are absent, we will be in our actions when we are present.
Write out your memory verse for 2 Corinthians.
2Corinthians 3:17- "For the Lord spirt, and wherever the spirt of the Lord is there is freedom."
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Bible Test! :)
Luke
Who wrote it? Luke.
When was it written? Circa 60-80
Who was it written to? Theophlis
Who was Theophilus? No one really knows.
Why did Luke write this book? To explain the birth of Jesus.
Write out your memory verse for Luke.
Luke 11:9
Knock on the door and it will be opened up for you. Ask and you will recieve.
John
Who wrote it? No one knows, but we think that it was John.
When was it written? 85-90
Who was it written to? New christians and Non christians.
Why did John write this book? To prove that Jesus is the son of God and that anyone that who believes will have enternal life.
Is the author identified by name? No ma'am
What does “circa” mean? It means around.
Write out your memory verse for John.
John 3:16 For God so loved the world he gave his only begotten son that whosoever believe in him with have eternal life.
Acts
What is Acts about? The acts of the early church.
Who wrote Acts? Luke.
Who was Acts written to? Theophilis.
What does “Day of Pentecost” mean? The day that the Holy Spirit came.
How did the following disciples die?
· Simon Peter- Crucified upside down.
· Andrew- Cruscified on an X cross.
· John- Died naturally.
· Bartholomew Skinned alive.
Who wrote it? Luke.
When was it written? Circa 60-80
Who was it written to? Theophlis
Who was Theophilus? No one really knows.
Why did Luke write this book? To explain the birth of Jesus.
Write out your memory verse for Luke.
Luke 11:9
Knock on the door and it will be opened up for you. Ask and you will recieve.
John
Who wrote it? No one knows, but we think that it was John.
When was it written? 85-90
Who was it written to? New christians and Non christians.
Why did John write this book? To prove that Jesus is the son of God and that anyone that who believes will have enternal life.
Is the author identified by name? No ma'am
What does “circa” mean? It means around.
Write out your memory verse for John.
John 3:16 For God so loved the world he gave his only begotten son that whosoever believe in him with have eternal life.
Acts
What is Acts about? The acts of the early church.
Who wrote Acts? Luke.
Who was Acts written to? Theophilis.
What does “Day of Pentecost” mean? The day that the Holy Spirit came.
How did the following disciples die?
· Simon Peter- Crucified upside down.
· Andrew- Cruscified on an X cross.
· John- Died naturally.
· Bartholomew Skinned alive.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Luke IIII
Describe the beating of Jesus.
1. Victim is stripped and tied to a pole.
2. Shards of metal and bone are laced into the leather whip.
3. Romans aren't limitedr to to 40 strokes, as are the Jews.
4. Pain and blood loss set stage for shock.
Describe the “dead man walking” phase.
1. Victom carries crossbeam to execution site.
2. Crossbeam is attached to vertical pole.
3.Seat prolongs the torture, making it easier to breath.
Describe the “nailed” phase.
1. Iron mails pin wirsts and feet to cross.
2.Nails miss main arteries and bones.
3. Wine laced with painkilling myrrh or frankincense is offered. Jesus refuses.
Describe the “breath of life” phase.
1.Position and weight of body forces victim to push up to exhale.
2.Breaking legs speeds death. It forces arms to do all the work, pulling
Describe the “speared” phase.
1. soldier confirms death by stabbing the heart.
2. By this shock has started seperated blood into two basic elements: cell clusters and amber-colored serum.
3. "Water" pours out of Jesus chest serum from inside and aruond the heart.
4. Possible cause of death: a combination of shock, exhaustion, asphyxiation, and heart failure.
1. Victim is stripped and tied to a pole.
2. Shards of metal and bone are laced into the leather whip.
3. Romans aren't limitedr to to 40 strokes, as are the Jews.
4. Pain and blood loss set stage for shock.
Describe the “dead man walking” phase.
1. Victom carries crossbeam to execution site.
2. Crossbeam is attached to vertical pole.
3.Seat prolongs the torture, making it easier to breath.
Describe the “nailed” phase.
1. Iron mails pin wirsts and feet to cross.
2.Nails miss main arteries and bones.
3. Wine laced with painkilling myrrh or frankincense is offered. Jesus refuses.
Describe the “breath of life” phase.
1.Position and weight of body forces victim to push up to exhale.
2.Breaking legs speeds death. It forces arms to do all the work, pulling
Describe the “speared” phase.
1. soldier confirms death by stabbing the heart.
2. By this shock has started seperated blood into two basic elements: cell clusters and amber-colored serum.
3. "Water" pours out of Jesus chest serum from inside and aruond the heart.
4. Possible cause of death: a combination of shock, exhaustion, asphyxiation, and heart failure.
Luke III
What does Luke 10:25 say?
Teacher what should I do to inherit eternal life.
How does Jesus answer?
He answers with a kosher response quoting on what many Jews believe, love God with all your heart and love you neighbor as yourself.
Conventional Jewish wisdom says neighbors include who?
Sinners and Foriengers.
Who ended up treating the man’s wounds?
A despised samaritan.
Why do Jews despise Samaritans?
Racial and spiritual half-breeds.
What does Luke 10:36-37 say?
The one who showed him mercy. Yes, now go and do the same, Jesus replies.
Teacher what should I do to inherit eternal life.
How does Jesus answer?
He answers with a kosher response quoting on what many Jews believe, love God with all your heart and love you neighbor as yourself.
Conventional Jewish wisdom says neighbors include who?
Sinners and Foriengers.
Who ended up treating the man’s wounds?
A despised samaritan.
Why do Jews despise Samaritans?
Racial and spiritual half-breeds.
What does Luke 10:36-37 say?
The one who showed him mercy. Yes, now go and do the same, Jesus replies.
Luke part II
What is a “bar-mitzvah”?
That is a Jewish party when a boy turns 13.
Why did Jesus and his family go to Jerusalem?
For the springtime Passover festival, probably traveling with groups of family and friends from Nazareth.
Where did Mary & Joseph find Jesus? What was he doing?
They found him at the temple courtyards, and he was wowing the Jewish teachers with his insights about the Jewish religion.
How did Jesus answer?
I did not know, I must be in my Father's house?
Jesus already “seems to understand” what?
That he was going to be a minister and a teacher.
That is a Jewish party when a boy turns 13.
Why did Jesus and his family go to Jerusalem?
For the springtime Passover festival, probably traveling with groups of family and friends from Nazareth.
Where did Mary & Joseph find Jesus? What was he doing?
They found him at the temple courtyards, and he was wowing the Jewish teachers with his insights about the Jewish religion.
How did Jesus answer?
I did not know, I must be in my Father's house?
Jesus already “seems to understand” what?
That he was going to be a minister and a teacher.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Luke part I
Who is Theophilus or who might he have been?
No one really knows who he is, but he may have been a rich person to help publish the book, or he may have been interested in the new christian method.
How much of the NT was written b/c of him?
A lot.
Who is the author of Luke?
Luke.
Without Luke’s letter to Theophilus, what would we be missing? (list it out) Also, what “word” would we be missing?
We would be missing the word savior. We would also be missing the way that Jesus was born. "CHRISTMASSS!"
What does Luke 2:10-11 say?
To not be afraid and that Jesus would bring good news and great joy.
What’s the “Main Point” of Luke?
That Jesus is coming to save everyone and not just the Jews.
When was Luke written?
It was written 50-60 AD
No one really knows who he is, but he may have been a rich person to help publish the book, or he may have been interested in the new christian method.
How much of the NT was written b/c of him?
A lot.
Who is the author of Luke?
Luke.
Without Luke’s letter to Theophilus, what would we be missing? (list it out) Also, what “word” would we be missing?
We would be missing the word savior. We would also be missing the way that Jesus was born. "CHRISTMASSS!"
What does Luke 2:10-11 say?
To not be afraid and that Jesus would bring good news and great joy.
What’s the “Main Point” of Luke?
That Jesus is coming to save everyone and not just the Jews.
When was Luke written?
It was written 50-60 AD
Friday, September 4, 2009
Mark III
1. How big is a mustard seed?
No bigger than a dot.
2. What is the Mishnah?
A collection of ancient Jewish commentary.
3. What are the smallest seeds on record so far?
A grain of mustard.
4. How does God’s kingdom “start small” and “grow large”?
It starts from a seed, and then it grows larger.
No bigger than a dot.
2. What is the Mishnah?
A collection of ancient Jewish commentary.
3. What are the smallest seeds on record so far?
A grain of mustard.
4. How does God’s kingdom “start small” and “grow large”?
It starts from a seed, and then it grows larger.
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Mark II
1.Why do people recognize Jesus as a rabbi?
~Because he sounded like one
2.What happened at the Sea of Galilee?
~Jesus made them an offer that they couldnt refuse. To make them fishers of men.
3.What did Jesus offer to make these fishermen?
He offered to make them fishermen of men.
4.What did Andrew hear Jesus call John the Baptist?
The lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.
5.What did tax collectors do in Jesus’ time?
Jews who collaborate with the Roman occupying force.
6.Tell me about the “company” Jesus “keeps”.
They mystifies the Jewish leaders.
7.List out Jesus’ “team” – according to Mark 3.
Simon, James, John, Andrew, Phillip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James, Thaddaeus, and Judas.
~Because he sounded like one
2.What happened at the Sea of Galilee?
~Jesus made them an offer that they couldnt refuse. To make them fishers of men.
3.What did Jesus offer to make these fishermen?
He offered to make them fishermen of men.
4.What did Andrew hear Jesus call John the Baptist?
The lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.
5.What did tax collectors do in Jesus’ time?
Jews who collaborate with the Roman occupying force.
6.Tell me about the “company” Jesus “keeps”.
They mystifies the Jewish leaders.
7.List out Jesus’ “team” – according to Mark 3.
Simon, James, John, Andrew, Phillip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James, Thaddaeus, and Judas.
Mark Part 1
1.Why is Mark considered a book for “readers with short attention spans”?
~It is the shortest of the four Gospels.
~It's light on talk,heavy on action.
2.What does Mark open up with (rather than a family tree or the birth of Jesus)?
~He jumps into the Jordan River where John the Baptist is baptizing people.
3.What does Mark 1:7-8 say?
~Someone is coming soon who is greater than I am so much greater that I'm not even worthy to stoop down like a slave and untie the straps of his sandals. I baptize you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirt.
4.“Then Jesus took off to work”…doing what?
~He calls a group of 12 men to become his disciples to travel with him and to learn from him.
~It is the shortest of the four Gospels.
~It's light on talk,heavy on action.
2.What does Mark open up with (rather than a family tree or the birth of Jesus)?
~He jumps into the Jordan River where John the Baptist is baptizing people.
3.What does Mark 1:7-8 say?
~Someone is coming soon who is greater than I am so much greater that I'm not even worthy to stoop down like a slave and untie the straps of his sandals. I baptize you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirt.
4.“Then Jesus took off to work”…doing what?
~He calls a group of 12 men to become his disciples to travel with him and to learn from him.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Matthew.
a. Was Matthew the first gospel written?
Mark was the first.
b. What does "Gospel" mean?
It means good news.
c. What promise does Malachi close the OT with?
That God will send a Messiah to fix Israel's problems,and to bring peace and joy to the people.
d. What does Matthew declare as he opens up the NT?
That the Messiah has come at last.
e. What does Matthew convince readers of?
He promise fulfilled prophecies divinely insightful teachings and miracles to convince Jews and other faiths that their expectations were off mark.
f. Who wrote Matthew? When was it written?
Matthew, and it was written after 70 AD
Mark was the first.
b. What does "Gospel" mean?
It means good news.
c. What promise does Malachi close the OT with?
That God will send a Messiah to fix Israel's problems,and to bring peace and joy to the people.
d. What does Matthew declare as he opens up the NT?
That the Messiah has come at last.
e. What does Matthew convince readers of?
He promise fulfilled prophecies divinely insightful teachings and miracles to convince Jews and other faiths that their expectations were off mark.
f. Who wrote Matthew? When was it written?
Matthew, and it was written after 70 AD
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
1.Tell me about your pastor.
I have two pastors, and one of them is pastor Joel. Pator Joel is the best because he can relate to the younger crowd. He is an awesome role model, and he is always there for everyone. He is great for prayers and I love him.
2. Why is he impotant to you?
He is important because he teaches me in the right way.
He shows that he cares and he is really sweet.
I have two pastors, and one of them is pastor Joel. Pator Joel is the best because he can relate to the younger crowd. He is an awesome role model, and he is always there for everyone. He is great for prayers and I love him.
2. Why is he impotant to you?
He is important because he teaches me in the right way.
He shows that he cares and he is really sweet.
Rachael's Pastor
1.Tell me about your pastor.
My pastor is great! He always knows what to say! He is such a great man of God. I can tell he is really on fire for the Lord! He is also a really sweer person! And easily understand teenagers.
2.Why is he important to you?
He always can tell if i am down. And knows just what to say to me! He is a great pastor!
My pastor is great! He always knows what to say! He is such a great man of God. I can tell he is really on fire for the Lord! He is also a really sweer person! And easily understand teenagers.
2.Why is he important to you?
He always can tell if i am down. And knows just what to say to me! He is a great pastor!
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Honoring Bobby Jindal
1.When did Bobby Jindal become LA governor?
October 20, 2007
2.Who is his wife? His children?
Supriya Jindal, their children are ages 7, 5 and 2
3.Tell me about his wife, Supriya.
Supriya Jindal became First Lady of Louisiana when her husband, then Congressman Bobby Jindal was sworn in as Governor of Louisiana on January 14, 2008. Mrs. Jindal currently serves as the youngest first lady in the nation and is the only First Spouse in the country that holds a degree in engineering. She also enjoys teaching and helping her kids. She is also a graduate from Baton Rouge Magnet High School.
October 20, 2007
2.Who is his wife? His children?
Supriya Jindal, their children are ages 7, 5 and 2
3.Tell me about his wife, Supriya.
Supriya Jindal became First Lady of Louisiana when her husband, then Congressman Bobby Jindal was sworn in as Governor of Louisiana on January 14, 2008. Mrs. Jindal currently serves as the youngest first lady in the nation and is the only First Spouse in the country that holds a degree in engineering. She also enjoys teaching and helping her kids. She is also a graduate from Baton Rouge Magnet High School.
Monday, August 24, 2009
Honoring Mayor Kip Holden
1. When did Kip Holden become BR mayor?
Jan. 1,2005
2.What is his goal as mayor?
To build an administration that will be a green light for solutions to traffic, safe neighborhoods, a quality education system and open government.
3.Where did our mayor go to college?
B.A. in Journalism from LSU, a Masters degree in Journalism from Southern University, a Juris Doctorate from Southern University School of Law and an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Public Policy from Southern University. He was also invited to study at the Oxford University Round Table in England.
Jan. 1,2005
2.What is his goal as mayor?
To build an administration that will be a green light for solutions to traffic, safe neighborhoods, a quality education system and open government.
3.Where did our mayor go to college?
B.A. in Journalism from LSU, a Masters degree in Journalism from Southern University, a Juris Doctorate from Southern University School of Law and an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Public Policy from Southern University. He was also invited to study at the Oxford University Round Table in England.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Friday, August 14, 2009
Assignment One.
1. Crystal: To honor a teacher means to basically do what they say and respect them, and not complain about anything.
Rachael: I think that to honor a teacher means to know that they always do things with your best interest in mind and to respect them.
2.Rachael: We can honor our teachers by never questioning them and always showing them respect.
Crystal: I think we can show them honor by always thanking them for what they do for us.
3. Crystal: I loved when Mrs. Brown was my teacher because she always made me laugh and she would always show how much she cared for us.
Rachael: In coach Castillo's p.e. class because he taught me how to play basketball better. And to push yourself, no matter how far behine you are. And being tired is only a state mind!
4. Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you.
Exodus 20:12
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Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Our first Blog!! :)
Crystal and Rachael's first blog! :) We are so excited to start. Yay!
We love Ms. Melancon's bible class already. :)
We love Ms. Melancon's bible class already. :)
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