Exploring Mark 12: Key Lessons (Review)

What is the greatest commandment according to Jesus?

• To give to the poor and needy

• To love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind.

• To pray without ceasing

• To follow all the laws of Moses

Who did Jesus say we should love with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength?

• The Lord our God

• The prophets

• The Holy Spirit

• Our neighbors

How did the Pharisees try to trap Jesus in their questions?

• They asked him about his family background.

• They tried to flatter him with compliments.

• The Pharisees tried to trap Jesus by asking challenging questions about the law and controversial issues.

• They questioned his ability to perform miracles.

What was the main message of the Parable of the Tenants?

• The parable teaches about the importance of wealth and prosperity.

• The main message is about the power of forgiveness and reconciliation.

• It emphasizes the need for strict laws and regulations in society.

• The main message is about accountability and the consequences of rejecting God's messengers.

What did the owner of the vineyard do when the tenants mistreated his servants?

• He hired new servants.

• He sent his son to them.

• He decided to sell the vineyard.

• He ignored them completely.

What did Jesus say about paying taxes to Caesar?

• Taxes are a sin and should be avoided.

• Caesar should not be paid anything.

• Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's.

• Pay your taxes to God only.

Why did the Pharisees ask Jesus if it was lawful to pay taxes?

• To discuss the benefits of paying taxes.

• To seek his opinion on tax reform.

• To challenge his knowledge of Jewish law.

• To trap him into a controversial statement regarding Roman authority.

What did Jesus use to illustrate his point about taxes?

• A cup of water

• A coin

• A scroll

• A piece of bread

What did the widow give at the temple that impressed Jesus?

• A large donation of food

• A gold necklace

• A silver chalice

• Two small coins (mites)

Why did Jesus say the widow gave more than the rich people?

• The widow's contribution was less significant than the rich people's donations.

• The widow gave more because she contributed all she had, while the rich gave only a portion of their excess.

• The widow gave more because she was wealthy and generous.

• The rich people gave more than the widow in total value.