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Q3. (John 19:26-27) Why does Jesus make St. John responsible for his mother Mary? What does this tell us about Jesus? How should we apply this in our own lives? Answer: 1. Why does Jesus make St. John responsible for his mother Mary? St. John is the bravest of all disciple,for staying at the feet of Jesus during His crucifixion.Jesus could see the Heart of John,during this difficult time,and knows that He will take care Mary..and besides John,is the NEAREST,to which Jesus can speak with His weak voice. 2. What does this tell us about Jesus? It tells us that Jesus value the work of Mary,by having agree to Angel Gabriel to bear Jesus. Luke 1:31-And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS. Luke 1:38-And Mary said, Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her. Jesus compassion and Love for His mother,was also shown here,when He entrusted Her to John. 4.How should we apply this in our own lives? We should follow,and imitate Jesus,to take care of our Parents,no matter what.

Q4. How do you think Jesus will hold you personally accountable on Judgment Day for using your "talents"? If you begin to be more faithful from now on, how do you think that may affect his accounting on that Day? Answer: 1.How do you think Jesus will hold you personally accountable on Judgment Day for using your "talents"? Jesus has enable us to do the things that He wants us to do,according to His Perfect Will. This

Q3. When we are successful, to whom does the fruit of our labors belong? In what sense are we independent entrepreneurs? In what sense are we stewards of the gifts and "talents" given us? How does the attitude of a self-made person differ from the attitude of a steward? Answer: 1. When we are successful, to whom does the fruit of our labors belong? It belongs to JESUS,who become poor so that we can be rich: 2 Corinthians 8:9- For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich. 2.In what sense are we independent entrepreneurs? We become independent entrepreneurs,if we own and take credit all the blessings and success that God has given us,as though it is our natural ability that enable us to be prosperous. 3. In what sense are we stewards of the gifts and "talents" given us? By becoming a blessings to other..for God has provided us extra,so that we can share to others who is lacking. Genesis 12:2 (New International Version) "I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. Galatians 3:29 And if you are Christ

Q2. (Luke 23:39-43) Why is the thief's faith so astounding in this situation? What did the thief receive that day? What do you think this meant to Jesus? Answer: 1. Why is the thief's faith so astounding in this situation? The thief,just humble Himself,and admit Jesus Lordship by speaking His KINGDOM..,unlike the other thief who is still too prideful and even mocked Jesus in the Cross. Luke 23:41-42- And we indeed justly; for we receive the due reward of our deeds: but this man hath done nothing amiss.42 And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom. But I think it is the Heavenly Father that Draws this Thief Faith in Jesus(John 6:64-65- But there are some of you that believe not. For Jesus knew from the beginning who they were that believed not, and who should betray him. 65 And he said, Therefore said I unto you, that no man can come unto me, except it were given unto him of my Father) I am just wondering How come JOHN doesn

Q1. (Luke 23:34) Who was most responsible for killing Jesus? What responsibility do you and I bear in this? In what sense was Jesus praying for us? Answer: 1. Who was most responsible for killing Jesus? Man Sinful Nature is responsible. Jesus death is the payment,to redeem Man back to what God has intended Him to be. 1 John 2:2- And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world 2. What responsibility do you and I bear in this? I am more than equally responsible as anybody else..I fall short to the Glory of God

Q2. (Matthew 25:15, 21, 23) What are the factors that make up a person's "ability to carry out something"? What percentage of this is raw talent, in your opinion? Why are some who succeed not necessarily the most talented? What factors are keeping you from carrying out what God has entrusted you to do? Answer: 1 What are the factors that make up a person's "ability to carry out something"? Obedience,Faith and Trust..I think these three are the Key Elements to carry out something

Q1. (Matthew 25:14-30) What do you think the "talents" represent? If you were to take an inventory of your "talents," what would they be? What spiritual gifts have you been given? What abilities do you have? What Bible knowledge do you have? Where has God placed you in your community? In society? In your profession or industry? In what sense do these "belong" to God rather than to you? Answer; 1.What do you think the "talents" represent? It represents different gifting,that the Lord has given to all believers:To equip us with knowledge,and come into UNITY of the FAITH in Christ Jesus.Look at the talents or gifting that Jesus Gives before He ascended into heaven in Eph 4:11(This is the gift to the Ministry,which is differed from the individual gift in 1 Cor 12:7-10) Ephesians 4:11-14- 11And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; 12For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: 13Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ: 14That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive 2.If you were to take an inventory of your "talents," what would they be? I am into Music ministry and teaching ministry. 3 What abilities do you have? What Bible knowledge do you have? I have ability to speak,in front of people.I have Gospel knowledge-that it is the power of God unto Salvation for those who believe,and will not be ashamed to teach it

Q4. (Luke 13:18-20) According to these parables in this lesson, in what ways is the Kingdom small? In what ways does the Kingdom grow? In what ways is the Kingdom door narrow? In what way is the Kingdom banquet, on the one hand, large and diverse, and on the other, selective? 18This led Him to say, What is the kingdom of God like? And to what shall I compare it? 19It is like a grain of mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his own garden; and it grew and became a tree, and the wild birds [a]found shelter and roosted and nested in its branches. 20And again He said, To what shall I liken the kingdom of God? Answer: The Kingdom is small because only Few will able to enter through its gates. The Kingdom Grow,by applying the WORD OF GOD,nurture it and nourish with our relationship with God,through Prayers,Fellowship,and Praise..until the time comes that it will produce its fruit into our Heart. The Kingdom door is narrow in a sense that Many Knew God,but refuse to acknowledge His perfect Plan in Jesus,and accept the perfect WORK of JESUS in the cross. The Kingdom Banquet,for me are all EQUAL.Once you are admitted,once your name is include in the book of life,there will be no more big,nor small,big and wide,great and greatest,I think all will be EQUAL FEASTING on the TABLE WHERE GOD WILL REIGN FOREVER AND EVER. THANK YOU LORD JESUS. AMEN.

Q3. (Luke 13:28-30) The great "feast in the kingdom of God" has guests from all over the world. Who are they? Who will be the ones "thrown out" of the feast? Why will they be excluded? Answer: They are the

Q2. (Luke 13:24-27) Why do you think Jesus characterizes the entrance to the Kingdom here as "narrow"? Why will many people "try to enter and will not be able to"? Why would people delay entering until it is too late? Answer: 1. Why do you think Jesus characterizes the entrance to the Kingdom here as "narrow"? Because,those who wants to get in,should give up all their excess weight, of sinfulness,and self righteousness,and accept ACCEPT JESUS as their Lord and Saviour,which in those days and until now still reject the Lordship of Jesus. 2. Why will many people "try to enter and will not be able to"? Because,they think that there are many ways to enter the kingdom.Trusting and praying to this saints,to that wooden image,trusting on their goodness,and self righteousness to squeeze them inside the kingdom. When Jesus clearly said that there is no other way,but Me: John 14:6-Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. 3. Why would people delay entering until it is too late? Some of the reason could be,for they don

Q1. (Luke 13:19-21) What is the point of the Parables of the Mustard Seed and the Leaven? How would this be encouraging to Jesus' disciples who had expected an instant Messianic Kingdom? How might it be encouraging to people experiencing smallness or poverty in their lives Luke 13:19-21(Ampl)- 19It is like a grain of mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his own garden; and it grew and became a tree, and the wild birds [a]found shelter and roosted and nested in its branches. 20And again He said, To what shall I liken the kingdom of God? 21It is like leaven which a woman took and hid in three measures of wheat flour or meal until it was all leavened (fermented). Answer : 1. What is the point of the Parables of the Mustard Seed and the Leaven? The Point that Jesus wants to emphasize of The Parable of the Mustard Seed and the Leaven,is the importance of the WORD of God,over traditions and belief.Jesus tell this parable in reference to the healing of Woman(verse 11- And, behold, there was a woman which had a spirit of infirmity eighteen years, and was bowed together, and could in no wise lift up herself.) during the Sabbath.Jesus did the healing in the Synagogue(10Now Jesus was teaching in one of the synagogues on the Sabbath; 13Then He laid [His] hands on her, and instantly she was made straight, and she [j]recognized and thanked and praised God.),and the Chief rebuked Jesus because He did the healing on the SABBATH DAY,which is against the their tradition as what the Law of Moses has told them: Luke 13:14(Ampl)- 14But the [k]leader of the synagogue, indignant because Jesus had healed on the Sabbath, said to the crowd, There are six days on which work ought to be done; so come on those days and be cured, and not on the Sabbath day. So therefore Jesus speak of the two mentioned parables in order to Contrast those who oppose His message/works,which is the WORK OF LOVE.Jesus just show to the people that compassion and Love for People(by healing the sick on the Sabbath) are just more than the customs and tradition of Man,who also does not observe the Sabbath,for they themselves led their domestic animal to drink during Sabbath,the very act also constitute Work. 2. How would this be encouraging to Jesus' disciples who had expected an instant Messianic Kingdom? This would encourage His disciple,to have patience in waiting for the Kingdom to come..and emulate what Jesus has declared in the two parables,to TAKE THE WORD OF GOD,no matter how small or insignificant it is,at first..once it grows it would produce Big. Parable of the Mustard seed-Luke 13:19(Ampl)- It is like a grain of mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his own garden; and it grew and became a tree, and the wild birds [l]found shelter and roosted and nested in its branches. If you notice what the Man do in the above parable:HE TAKE A GRAIN OF MUSTARD SEED AND PLANTED IN HIS OWN GARDEN-The grain of Mustard represent the Word of God,and the garden represent Man

Q5. (Hebrews 13:16, 20-21) What are the actual requests being made of God in this great benediction? What "pleases" God according to verses 16 and 20? Why should we "make it our aim to please him" (2 Corinthians 5:9- Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him, NRSV)? Hebrews 13:16- But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased. Hebrews 13:20:21-Now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, 21Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen. Answer: 1 What are the actual requests being made of God in this great benediction? I think the writer is Praying to God,to equip and give the reader revelation knowledge to do HIS PERFECT WILL. That God will enable,or open the eyes of their understanding,so that they will know how to do God

Q4. (Hebrews 13:15-16) Though the sacrifice for atonement have been completed in Christ, what kinds of sacrifices or offerings are Christians called upon to make? What effect do these offerings have on God? Hebrews 13:15-16- 15 By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name 16 But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased. Answer: 1.what kinds of sacrifices or offerings are Christians called upon to make? Sacrifice of Praise,and to do Good.We must always be Thankful for the Grace of God,which has enabled us to receive all the blessings that we have. Praise through Prayers,Singing of Hymns and parise,Thanksgiving

Q3. (Hebrews 13:8) What is the significance of this verse for the original readers? For you? For understanding just who Jesus is? For believing in the power of God for today? Answer: Hebrews 13:8-Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever. 1. What is the significance of this verse for the original readers? The writer is giving assurance to the original readers to hold on to Jesus,as what the previous Heroes of Faith Does..(Hebrews 13:7-Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the word of God whose faith follow, considering the end of their conversation.). That the power of Jesus did not diminish,nor change..if He does it before,He will do it again today,and forever more.. 2 For you? I am always assured that there is a power9In Jesus) out there always,looking after His people,whom the Father chooses(John 6:44- No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him: and I will raise him up at the last day.). I am always at peace knowing that all things will turn together for Good,wheter my circumstances are not good,or bad(Romans 8:28).I know that I have My Jesus who said that HE WILL NEVER LEAVE ME NOR FORSAKE ME,because HE doesn

Q3. (Hebrews 13:8) What is the significance of this verse for the original readers? For you? For understanding just who Jesus is? For believing in the power of God for today? Answer: Hebrews 13:8-Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever. 1. What is the significance of this verse for the original readers? The writer is giving assurance to the original readers to hold on to Jesus,as what the previous Heroes of Faith Does..(Hebrews 13:7-Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the word of God whose faith follow, considering the end of their conversation.). That the power of Jesus did not diminish,nor change..if He does it before,He will do it again today,and forever more.. 2 For you? I am always assured that there is a power9In Jesus) out there always,looking after His people,whom the Father chooses(John 6:44- No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him: and I will raise him up at the last day.). I am always at peace knowing that all things will turn together for Good,wheter my circumstances are not good,or bad(Romans 8:28).I know that I have My Jesus who said that HE WILL NEVER LEAVE ME NOR FORSAKE ME,because HE doesn

Q2. (Hebrews 13:5-6) How can we recognize greed in ourselves? What will be the signs? What is the antidote for greed in our lives? What would be the earmarks of a greed-free life? If not money, what should be the basis of our security for the future? What promises do you find in verses 5 and 6? Answer; 1. How can we recognize greed in ourselves? If we are thinking only about ourselves,putting self First,among others. 2 What will be the signs? What is the antidote for greed in our lives? Desiring,those things more than I need.Wanting to have,something that I don’t own,just because others have. The Antidote for all of this is to find satisfaction in the Word,in His promises,and Faithfulness.Stay focus on His WORD,..is the best antidote of greed. 3. What would be the earmarks of a greed-free life? Life with fullness of the Fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: If you manifest the fullness of the Fruit of the Spirit,..Greed has no part in your life. 4 If not money, what should be the basis of our security for the future? Our security is our Lord’s Faithfulness..his Faithfulness in His promises contained in HIS WORDS. 5 What promises do you find in verses 5 and 6? A promise of abundance,as long as you put your Faith and dependency on Jesus.Other people put much attention on How to get God’s blessing,How to pray and move God,how to do this and that,so that God will respond as what we perceive or what we want Him to be. That is wrong. When we accept Jesus as our Lord and Personal Saviour,The Father Give us the Holy Spirit through Jesus that will abide in us forever(John 14:16 And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter,that he may abide with you for ever; Jesus,promise not to leave nor forsake us,as long as we keep our focus on Him,He will provide everything that we need.,for He has said so.(John 14:14-13- And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do that the Father may be glorified in the Son. 14 If ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it. Therefore, we should focus on the GIVER of all spiritual blessings,JESUS CHRIST..to whom the source of all HEALINGS,DELIVERANCE,PROSPERITY AND DIVINE HEALTH. Ephesians 1:3 -Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:

Q1. (Hebrews 13:1-3) How do hospitality to strangers and visiting prisoners relate to brotherly love (philadelphia)? Where are you strong in brotherly love? Where are you weak? Answer: 1How do hospitality to strangers and visiting prisoners relate to brotherly love (philadelphia)? Hospitality to strangers,shows one of the Characteristics of Jesus,to reach to all men.In his great Commision,when he says

Q5. (Hebrews 12:25-29) Is a fear of God healthy? If so, how? When does fear of God become unhealthy? How does the fear of God fit with 1 John 4:18? Answer: 1. Is a fear of God healthy? In a sense ,YES. 2. If so, how? In AWE AND REVRENCE,AND RESPECT. 3.When does fear of God become unhealthy? IT BECOMES UNHEALTHY,WHEN YOU LACK KNOWLEDGE AND REVELATION ON GOD

Q4. (Hebrews 12:14-17) Is the writer of Hebrews teaching salvation by being holy? Why or why not? 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 and Galatians 5:19-21. Can habitual sin deprive us of heaven? If so, how? Hebrews 12:14-17- 14Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord: 15Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled; 16Lest there be any fornicator, or profane person, as Esau, who for one morsel of meat sold his birthright. 17For ye know how that afterward, when he would have inherited the blessing, he was rejected: for he found no place of repentance, though he sought it carefully with tears. 1 Corinthians 6:9-11-9Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, 10Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. 11And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God. Galatians 5:19-21- 19Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, 20Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, 21Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God. Answer: I Think the Writer is pointing out that,BEING HOLY IS WHO YOU ARE IN CHRIST JESUS

Q3. (Hebrews 12:5-7) I've sometimes heard, "God never punishes anyone." Is that true according to these verses? If so, how does punishment fit into the larger overall concept of discipline and child-rearing? What is the purpose of God's discipline? Answer: Hebrews 12:5-7-And ye have forgotten the exhortation which speaketh unto you as unto children, My son, despise not thou the chastening of the Lord, nor faint when thou art rebuked of him: 6For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth. 7If ye endure chastening, God dealeth with you as with sons; for what son is he whom the father chasteneth not? Exhortation- G3874 παράκλησις paraklesis (par-ak'-lay-sis) n. 1. an imploration, entreaty (urgent request (for mercy or help)) 2. an exhortation (urgent counsel, encouragement, or caution) 3. a comfort, solace Chastening-G3809 παιδεία paideia (pai-dei'-ah) n. 1. tutorage, i.e. education or training 2. (by implication) disciplinary correction [from G3811] KJV: chastening, chastisement, instruction, nurture Root(s): G3811 Rebuked-G1651 ἐλέγχω elegcho (el-eng'-kho) v. 1. to confute, admonish [of uncertain affinity] KJV: convict, convince, tell a fault, rebuke, reproved. There are three Words that relates to the Word

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Q4. (Matthew 6:12, 14-15) How could praying the Lord's Prayer become a curse upon a person? Is forgiving in order to be forgiven a kind of "righteousness by works"? Why or why not? Answer: 1 How could praying the Lord's Prayer become a curse upon a person? The Bible says that the tongue is the most powerful member of our body.(James 3:6- And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity: so is the tongue among our members, that it defileth the whole body, and setteth on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire of hell.). If we don

Q3. (Matthew 18:34-35) Why does Jesus frighten us with his statement: "This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you..."? Is he serious? Is forgiveness (1) a learned grace, or (2) a foundational principle of the Kingdom? Answer: 1. Why does Jesus frighten us with his statement: "This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you..."? What are the things to which we should be frighten is found in verse 34:- And his lord was wroth, and delivered him to the tormentors, till he should pay all that was due unto him Indeed this punishment is very frightening,for the rest of your lives you will be tormented.. I think Jesus wants to highlight(and not to scare us) the seriousness of unforgiveness and lack of compassion to fellow man,on whom God has said HE LOVE SO MUCH(John 3:16). Unforgiveness is also not a fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23..and no matter how loud you pronounce and confess that you are Born Again,that you make Jesus as your Lord and Personal Saviour,and yet you still have bitterness in your heart,due to unforgiveness:I think you better think again. We cannot mock God(Galatians 6:7-Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap). We may say something popular and good ,but deep down in our heart,we still have an issue to our brothers then we are NOT OF CHRIST,for unforgiveness is not a fruit of the spirit,and therefore is not of Christ origin. And if we are not of Christ,then we deserve nothing but eternal damnation. 2. Is he serious? Is forgiveness (1) a learned grace, or (2) a foundational principle of the Kingdom? YES HE IS SERIOUS.God does not Lie.. Forgiveness is the purpose of Why Jesus comes to earth(John 3:16),FOR WHOSOEVER BELIEVE MIGHT….. HIS GRACE WAS OFFERED TO ALL,so that men will be restored to what GOD has INTENDED man to be in CREATION,according TO HIS IMAGE..Yet after the Fall man has corrupted that image,and it needs a perfect,sinless man in the image and Body of JESUS to bring Man back to His SPIRITUAL NATURE,and erase once and for all that NATURE,that SINFULL Human Nature which separates Him from the right relationship with God..Forgiveness or Reconciliation is a BY product of SALVATION,as a result of what JESUS HAS DONE IN THE CROSS. And it was given to us freely(BY GRACE),and so God expect us to be gracious also to our fellowmen as reverence to what He has done in the Cross,.Freely we received,freely also we give… Thank you Lord Jesus.

Q2. (Matthew 18:23-35) In the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, what is the purpose of contrasting the huge debt with the small one? If we were to put ourselves in the parable, which debt would we owe? Which debt might be owed us? Why was the king insulted by the unmerciful servant's action? Answer: 1.In the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, what is the purpose of contrasting the huge debt with the small one? To show to us that Mercy and Grace of our God is without limit.That it is only the enemy,that tells man,that His Sins are unforgivable,hence no need to Humble themselves and ask forgiveness,and repent. It also shows us that,as we are forgiven by our Master,whose Transgression is so big,we should be also merciful and extend God

Q1. (Matthew 18:21-22) Jesus says we must forgive 77 times or 490 times. Should we take these numbers literally or figuratively? If figurative, what are they figurative of? What does this teach us about God's willingness to forgive us repeatedly for the same sin? Answer: 1.Jesus says we must forgive 77 times or 490 times. Should we take these numbers literally or figuratively? If figurative, what are they figurative of? NO.We should not take it literally.It means that there are no standard/level or manner to weigh,how many times we forgive,or what are the sins that needs to be forgiven,and how serious are the offense. Often times,we can forgive small offense but when it takes to something serious,done in our life or that to our immediate Family,that really hurts us, we tend to fall away from forgiveness and wants to get even. Of couse,if it is against the Moral Society the culprit should be punished, otherwise we will fall into chaos and violence,but deep down in ma