Lesson 4: The First Advent of Christ 55. What phrase is used to show that the author is moving in time in the vision? Then I was carried down to the time when (4.1) 56. Whose birth was honored more than any other? [Jesus] birth was honored far above any of the sons of men. (4.2) 57. How did the Holy Spirit appear at Jesus' baptism? the Holy Spirit descended in the shape of a dove, and lighted upon him (4.3) 58. Did John know Jesus as soon as he saw him? John was not certain that it was the Saviour who came to be baptized of him in Jordan. (4.4) 59. Did John tell his disciples to always follow him (John)? As his work was closing, he taught his disciples to look to Jesus, and follow him as the great teacher. (4.5) 60. List four things in John's life that made it without pleasure. 1. He heralded the first advent of Christ, and then was not permitted to witness the miracles, and enjoy the power manifested by him. (4.5)2. He knew that when Jesus should establish himself as a teacher, he must die. (4.5)3. His voice was seldom heard, except in the wilderness. His life was lonely. (4.5)4. He did not cling to his fathers family, to enjoy their society, but left them in order to fulfill his mission. (4.5) 61. How did John reprove sin, and what did this prepare? He reproved sin fearless of consequences, and prepared the way for the Lamb of God. (4.5) 62. What did John faithfully tell Herod? [John] faithfully told Herod that it was not lawful. (4.6) 63. Did Herod intend to kill John? But Herod intended to release him again. (4.6) 64. How was the least disciple that followed Jesus greater than John the Baptist? I saw that the least disciple that followed Jesus, witnessed his miracles, and heard the comforting words which fell from his lips, was greater than John the Baptist. That is, they were more exalted and honored, and had more pleasure in their lives. (4.6) 65. John represents who in the last days, and what two things do they herald (preach)? John was to represent those who should go forth in the spirit and power of Elijah, to herald the day of wrath, and the second advent of Jesus. (4.7) 66. Who fitted Jesus for the fierce temptations? The Holy Spirit had fitted him for that special scene of fierce temptations. (4.8) 67. Did Jesus stay robust during his fast? I saw that the Son of God was pale and emaciated through fasting and suffering. (4.8) 68. What gave Satan hope that he could overcome Jesus? Satan hoping he should obtain the victory over him, because he had humbled himself as a man. (4.9) 69. Satan tempted Jesus to exercise what kind of power? by exercising his divine power. (4.9) 70. According to Jesus, how many words of God does man live by? ..by every word of God. (4.9) 71. What was Satan seeking to dispute? Satan was seeking a dispute with Jesus concerning his being the Son of God. (4.10) 72. Did Satan already have sufficient evidence of this? ..Satan had sufficient evidence of his exalted station and authority. (4.10) 73. In comparison to Satan's strength, what was Jesus' condition? He referred to his weak, suffering condition, and boastingly affirmed that he was stronger than Jesus. (4.10) 74. What sustained Jesus through all his sufferings? But the word spoken from heaven, Thou art my beloved Son, in thee I am well pleased, was sufficient to sustain Jesus through all his sufferings. (4.10) 75. Did Satan come with words of inspiration to tempt Jesus? Satan came with words of inspiration. (4.11) 76. What was Satan's object in this temptation? Satan wished to cause Jesus to presume upon the mercy of his Father, and risk his life before the fulfillment of his mission. (4.11) 77. When our rights are disputed, what should we do? They should bear it patiently. They should not feel that they have a right to call upon God to display his power, that they may obtain a victory over their enemies (4.12) 78. What is the condition to call upon God to display his power? unless there is a special object in view, that God can be directly honored and glorified by it. (4.12) 79. In each of his responses to the three temptations, what did Jesus quote from? The Scripture was his source. for it is written (4.13) 80. Did Satan know what would happen to him if Jesus should die to redeem man? Satan knew that his power must be limited, and finally taken away, if the plan of salvation should be carried out. He knew that if Jesus should die to redeem man, his power would end after a season, and he would be destroyed. (4.14) 81. If Satan could make the plan of redemption fail, what did he think he could do? save his life and kingdom. (4.15) 82. Did Jesus bring his power and glory from heaven when he came as a man? Jesus left heaven, and left his power and glory there. (4.15) 83. With what would Jesus redeem the possessions of Satan? Jesus should redeem the possessions of Satan by his own life (4.15) 84. What two things will eventually be given into Jesus' hands? to become a lawful heir to the kingdoms of earth, and have them given into his hands as an everlasting possession. Satan also will be given into his hands (4.15) Bonus question: In describing the fallen nature that Jesus took when becoming a man, does it refer to being spiritually fallen (sinful) or physically fallen (weak)? There is no specific reference to categories of fallen nature e.g. spiritual or physical. It says mans nature. Jesus was to take upon himself mans nature, humble himself as a man, and suffer the temptations of Satan. (4.1) As a human being, Jesus required physical and spiritual food as explained in Deuteronomy. And he humbled thee, and suffered thee to hunger, and fed thee with manna, which thou knewest not, neither did thy fathers know; that he might make thee know that man doth not live by bread only, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of the LORD doth man live. (Deuteronomy 8:3) It was essential that Jesus was spiritually prepared for the battle with Satan. The Holy Spirit had fitted him for that special scene of fierce temptations. (4.7) And Jesus being full of the Holy Ghost returned from Jordan, and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, (Luke 4:1)
Webmaster, I have indicated chapter and paragraph numbers according to your recommendation. (4.9) = Chapter 4, paragraph 9. However, my counting of the paragraphs did not match yours. I am happy to be corrected.
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