What are the gospels?

The gospels are accounts of Jesus' life and teachings written by four of his followers.

Who wrote the gospels, and when did they write them?

.Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John wrote the gospels. They were written 30 to 70 years after jesus died

What did Jesus study and learn about as a child?

Jesus studied and learned about Jewish law and religious writings and carpentery

Why was Jesus' baptism a turning point in his life?

Jesus' baptism was a turning point because John identified him as the savior of the Jews had been waiting for

According to the gospels, what did Jesus say were the most important of all the Jewish laws?

According to the gospels, Jesus said the most important Jewish laws were "You shall love your god with all your heart and your soul" and "you shall love your neighbor as yourself

Why did Jesus' teachings upset some people?

Jesus' teachings upset some people because Jesus seemed to care more about what was in people's hearts then about people's obedience to Jewish law. Also some feared that his followers would stir up trouble with the Romans.

According to the gospels, why was Jesus condemned to die on a cross?

Jesus was condemned to die on a cross in part because if it was feared he might lead a revolt against Rome

Why was belief in Jesus' resurrection so important to his disciples and other followers?

Belief in his Resurrection was important to his followers because it convinced them that he was the son of god.

What caused Saul to stop persecuting Christians and become a missionary?

Saul stopped persecuting Christians and became a missionary because he believed he had heard the voice of the risen Jesus.

How did Paul's work help spread Christianity?

Paul helped spread Christianity by traveling through the empire preaching, while in jail, he wrote letters to other Christians.

Why were Christians considered a threat to Rome?

Christians were considered a threat to Rome because they refused to worship other Roman gods, would not admit the emperor was a god, preferred a life of simplicity, and refused to serve in the army.

How did Rome's persecution of Christians help Christianity grow and spread?

Rome's persecution helped Christianity spread because people admired the bravery of the Christians who faced death. Also, Christianity offered hope to the poor and slaves and offered all people a sense of purpose

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Why was there unrest in Judea after it came under Roman rule?	The Jews were fiercely proud and independent people, and they rebelled against Roman control.
How did the Roman perfect rule Judea?	The prefect kept order and made sure Judea paid money to Rome.
What are the gospels?	The gospels are accounts of Jesus' life and teachings written by four of his followers.
Who wrote the gospels, and when did they write them?	.Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John wrote the gospels. They were written 30 to 70 years after jesus died
According to the gospels, where was Jesus born?	Bethelham
What did Jesus study and learn about as a child?	Jesus studied and learned about Jewish law and religious writings and carpentery
Why was Jesus' baptism a turning point in his life?	Jesus' baptism was a turning point because John identified him as the savior of the Jews had been waiting for
According to the gospels, what did Jesus say were the most important of all the Jewish laws?	According to the gospels, Jesus said the most important Jewish laws were "You shall love your god with all your heart and your soul" and "you shall love your neighbor as yourself
Why did Jesus' teachings upset some people?	Jesus' teachings upset some people because Jesus seemed to care more about what was in people's hearts then about people's obedience to Jewish law. Also some feared that his followers would stir up trouble with the Romans.
According to the gospels, why was Jesus condemned to die on a cross?	Jesus was condemned to die on a cross in part because if it was feared he might lead a revolt against Rome
Why was belief in Jesus' resurrection so important to his disciples and other followers?	Belief in his Resurrection was important to his followers because it convinced them that he was the son of god.
What caused Saul to stop persecuting Christians and become a missionary?	Saul stopped persecuting Christians and became a missionary because he believed he had heard the voice of the risen Jesus.
How did Paul's work help spread Christianity?	Paul helped spread Christianity by traveling through the empire preaching, while in jail, he wrote letters to other Christians.
Why were Christians considered a threat to Rome?	Christians were considered a threat to Rome because they refused to worship other Roman gods, would not admit the emperor was a god, preferred a life of simplicity, and refused to serve in the army.
How did Rome's persecution of Christians help Christianity grow and spread?	Rome's persecution helped Christianity spread because people admired the bravery of the Christians who faced death. Also, Christianity offered hope to the poor and slaves and offered all people a sense of purpose

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