RELB 104 FINAL STUDY GUIDE EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS. VERIFIED
2025/2026.
Who were the audiences of each of the gospels? - ANS Matthew: Jewish Christians, presents
Jesus as messianic king who fulfills Jewish prophecy
Mark: Roman Gentiles, shortest gospel, focuses on Jesus' actions while omitting extensive
Jewish genealogies that Roman readers wouldn't relate to.
Luke: Greek Gentiles, emphasized Jesus compassion, includes parables, and presents him as
Savior of all people,
John: Universal audience, highlights Jesus' divine nature and shows his pre-existence and
relationship with God.
What alternate reading of "no room at the inn" did we discuss? - ANS - The Greek word
"kataluma" actually refers to a guest room in a home.
- It is likely that they stayed with relatives and stayed in the lower level when the animals were
kept.
Which of Jesus 3 temptations was emphasized in both Luke and Matthew, but in different ways?
- ANS - The temptation to worship Satan in exchange for worldly power
- Matthew: emphasized Jesus' role as king and relying on God's word
- Luke: emphasized different between physical needs, power, and faith. Shows the dangers of
pride and the need to serve God alone
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, What lesson did we take away from Satan's use of scripture? - ANS - Satan quoted Psalm 91
to tempt Jesus, this shows that God's word can be misused when taken out of context
- Proper interpretation is crucial
Was John the Baptist supposed to preach in the wilderness? - ANS - Yes, it fulfilled the
prophecy in Isaiah 40:3
- The wilderness symbolized spiritual renewal, drawing Israel back to God's presence
Why would anyone give up a family business to follow Jesus? - ANS - Rabbis typically did not
choose their disciples, disciples chose their rabbi.
- Being chosen by a rabbi was a great honor and outweighed financial security
Why did Jesus pick Simon's boat to preach from? - ANS - the water amplified his voice
- Simon plays a key role, Jesus will later tell him to become "fisher of men"
Why did Jesus rename some of the disciples? - ANS - Names in Jewish culture represented
identity and mission
- Simon -> Peter: Peter means rock, he would become the foundation of the church
- James and John -> Sons of Thunder: zealous personalities
Why did Jesus tell people to keep their healing a secret? - ANS - To prevent premature
messianic expectations since people expected a political Messiah or King
- Avoiding publicity allowed Jesus to move freely and preach without overwhelming crowds.
Why did Jesus pray all night? - ANS - He had important decisions to make, like selecting the
12 disciples
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS. VERIFIED
2025/2026.
Who were the audiences of each of the gospels? - ANS Matthew: Jewish Christians, presents
Jesus as messianic king who fulfills Jewish prophecy
Mark: Roman Gentiles, shortest gospel, focuses on Jesus' actions while omitting extensive
Jewish genealogies that Roman readers wouldn't relate to.
Luke: Greek Gentiles, emphasized Jesus compassion, includes parables, and presents him as
Savior of all people,
John: Universal audience, highlights Jesus' divine nature and shows his pre-existence and
relationship with God.
What alternate reading of "no room at the inn" did we discuss? - ANS - The Greek word
"kataluma" actually refers to a guest room in a home.
- It is likely that they stayed with relatives and stayed in the lower level when the animals were
kept.
Which of Jesus 3 temptations was emphasized in both Luke and Matthew, but in different ways?
- ANS - The temptation to worship Satan in exchange for worldly power
- Matthew: emphasized Jesus' role as king and relying on God's word
- Luke: emphasized different between physical needs, power, and faith. Shows the dangers of
pride and the need to serve God alone
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, What lesson did we take away from Satan's use of scripture? - ANS - Satan quoted Psalm 91
to tempt Jesus, this shows that God's word can be misused when taken out of context
- Proper interpretation is crucial
Was John the Baptist supposed to preach in the wilderness? - ANS - Yes, it fulfilled the
prophecy in Isaiah 40:3
- The wilderness symbolized spiritual renewal, drawing Israel back to God's presence
Why would anyone give up a family business to follow Jesus? - ANS - Rabbis typically did not
choose their disciples, disciples chose their rabbi.
- Being chosen by a rabbi was a great honor and outweighed financial security
Why did Jesus pick Simon's boat to preach from? - ANS - the water amplified his voice
- Simon plays a key role, Jesus will later tell him to become "fisher of men"
Why did Jesus rename some of the disciples? - ANS - Names in Jewish culture represented
identity and mission
- Simon -> Peter: Peter means rock, he would become the foundation of the church
- James and John -> Sons of Thunder: zealous personalities
Why did Jesus tell people to keep their healing a secret? - ANS - To prevent premature
messianic expectations since people expected a political Messiah or King
- Avoiding publicity allowed Jesus to move freely and preach without overwhelming crowds.
Why did Jesus pray all night? - ANS - He had important decisions to make, like selecting the
12 disciples
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