Ministry and Death of John the Baptist

What did John the Baptist's disciples report that they had seen and heard?

• The blind see, the deaf hear, the lame walk, lepers were cleansed, the dead are raised to life and the poor have the gospel preached to them.

• The sick are healed, the hungry are fed, the lost are found, and the sinners are forgiven.

• The rich are made poor, the proud are humbled, the wise are confused, and the strong are weakened.

• The faithful are rewarded, the wicked are punished, the meek are exalted, and the righteous are vindicated.

What does the name 'John' mean?

• God is gracious.

• Brave warrior.

• Peaceful ruler.

• Wise leader.

What was Herod's reaction to Salome's request?

• He was pleased and granted it immediately.

• He was grieved but felt compelled to grant it.

• He refused outright without consideration.

• He ignored the request completely.

What advice did John give to the wealthy?

• To invest in luxury items.

• To share with those who do not have.

• To save for future generations.

• To travel the world and enjoy life.

What was John's reaction to Herod's marriage to Herodias?

• He supported it, believing it was a political alliance.

• He spoke out against it, calling it immoral because he had married his own brother's wife.

• He remained silent, choosing not to get involved in political matters.

• He celebrated the marriage, seeing it as a positive change.

What happened to John the Baptist after his execution?

• His disciples came and buried his body.

• He was resurrected and preached again.

• He was thrown into the sea.

• His body was left unburied for days.

What happened to John as a result of his criticism of Herod?

• He was imprisoned.

• He was exiled.

• He was rewarded with a title.

• He was ignored.

What was the significance of John's birth?

• It was considered a miracle as Elizabeth was old and barren.

• It marked the beginning of a new religious movement.

• It was a sign of political change in the region.

• It fulfilled a prophecy about the coming of a great leader.

Who did John the Baptist baptize?

• The people who came to hear him preach including Jesus.

• Only Jesus himself.

• The Pharisees and Sadducees exclusively.

• Only those who confessed their sins.

What was John's message to the Pharisees and Sadducees?

• He called them a 'brood of vipers' and urged them to bear fruits worthy of repentance.

• He praised them for their strict adherence to the law.

• He encouraged them to seek wealth and power.

• He told them to ignore the teachings of the prophets.