Origins and Spread of Christianity_Chapter 36

What is the correct order of the events listed below? a. The gospels were written b. Jesus was crucified c. Paul spread Jesus's teachings d. John the Baptist said The Messiah was coming

1. John the Baptist said The Messiah was coming 2. Jesus was crucified 3. Paul spread Jesus's teachings 4. The gospels were written

What is an example of a parable?

A story about a traveler helping an injured man

What was one reason powerful Romans may not have liked what Jesus said?

Jesus said that following one's heart was more important that following the law

Why are there so few historical records from Jesus's life?

Jesus was a common person and Romans kept records of emperors

According to the Gospels, what did Jesus emphasize in his teachings?

Love

According to Jesus, what would the kingdom of God be like?

People would live according to God's will

Why were Christians persecuted? (4 reasons)

They did not: - worship Roman gods - want great wealth - believe the emperor was a god - serve the army