Imitate Their Faith Chap 19 & 20

Why did Joseph intend to divorce Mary after she was pregnant with Jesus?

• He didn't love Mary anymore

• He thought Mary was unfaithful to him

• He didn't want a child

What weighty responsibility did Joseph have?

• Be a good example for his children

• Raise and care for God's son

• Take care of Mary

• Make lots of money

How did Joseph protect his family?

• He always obeyed the commands Jehovah gave him

• He built them a big house

• He always made sure they had expensive things

• He traveled long distances to protect Jesus from those who wanted to harm him

How did Joseph provide for his family?

• He only asked Jehovah for everything he needed

• He made sure they regularly worshipped Jehovah

• He worked as a carpenter

• He went to college

Answer explanation

"The Bible refers to Joseph as the carpenter, using a word that embraces many ways of working with wood, such as cutting down timber, hauling it, and seasoning it for use in building houses, boats, small bridges, carts, wheels, yokes, and all kinds of farm implements." = Hard Work!

What can we conclude about Joseph from reading Luke 2:51, 52?

• Joseph was a lazy man

• He very much taught helped Jesus to progress spiritually and support himself

• Joseph set a good example for his children, not

• Jesus grew up to be a very great man

Some researchers suggest that Martha was the ____ amongst three siblings. (eldest, second born, or youngest)

How did Jesus know Martha and her siblings?

• Jesus went to their home when preaching in Judea due to opposition

• They were distant relatives

• They were childhood friends

• Martha invited Jesus to their home after preaching

Martha was very focused on preparing dishes for Jesus but what was Jesus' counsel to her?

• Always treat your guests extravagantly

• Don't allow anything else to stop you from filling your spiritual need

• Don't overwork yourself

John 11:25-27 proves that Martha had very strong ____ in Jesus' words and that he is God's son?

In John 12:2, Martha shows an example of what?

• Being welcoming

• A generous & self sacrificing person

• A hard-working person

• Not listening