Parables

The name Jesus was...

• a new name to show that Jesus was special

• translated from "son of God."

• common for Jewish boys at the time

Which is true about the name "Christ?"

• it means "anointed one"

• it is Latin for "God saves"

• it was Jesus' last name

Christ derives from the Hebrew word "Messiah" translated to the Greek word (a)   .

Jesus' name/origin connects to which 2 Old Testament figures?

• Moses and Aaron

• Joshua and David

• Abraham and Sarah

• Adam and Noah

How did Jesus NOT spend his time?

• In prayer

• With family and friends

• Telling about the Kingdom

• Complimenting those in power

A (a)   is a simple story about everyday life that speaks to a greater reality.

T or F: The word parable is Greek for "comparison."

• true

• false

Parables function much like which literary device?

• metaphor

• simile

• allegory

Which of these is a reason why Jesus told parables?

• To make his message more relatable through stories

• To hide the truth of his message so he would not get in trouble

• To affirm the beliefs that his listeners already held

A (a)   is when what we expect is flipped upside down,

showing a contrast between society's values and what God teaches us is important.