Here is your topic list to review for tomorrow's test:

- All notes and highlighted material surrounding Chapter 8
- Focus on the four Gospels and their different beginnings
- Be able to place the order of the stories from the infancy narratives in order
- Know your memory verse from John
- Know at least one promised message from God from the Old Testament and how it was fulfilled in the New Testament (You do not need to memorize anything, but you need to be specific in your stories. The following example is not enough and would not count: "The promise from the Old Testament is that a Messiah would come and the New Testament fulfillment is Jesus' birth."

Good Luck!

Now watch the videosbelow and tell me you're not inspired. I leave these as both the ending to Chapter 8 and the beginning for the REST of the year. Amen.

Good afternoon!

Today in class, we discussed different things since 215 is ahead of 208 due to buddies and field day meetings. Here's a quick recap of a few important notes regarding Chapter 8:

- The infancy narratives include some similar, yet different stories.

In regards to Jesus in the Temple, reflect on ALL these questions but select one to reply to this post (please restate the question, with your answer below it). Please read each other's responses.

1. Since Jesus was already the Son of God, why did he have to "grow" in understanding and wisdom? (2:40, 52)

2. How do you evaluate Jesus' carelessness in not going home with his parents when they left Jerusalem? (2:43-44) Was Jesus at fault or his parents?

3. Why was Jesus so engrossed in the Temple? (2:46-49) How was this interaction with Jerusalem's top teachers important for his own development? How did this represent something that was absolutely necessary for him to do? How did this relate to his calling?

4. Why was it important for Jesus -- and for us -- to grow "in favor with God and men" (2:52)? How is our relationship with people vital to our spiritual growth?

Homework:
1. Complete the top of the chart from the Infancy Narratives worksheet.
2. Watch the short video below for discussion tomorrow. (You do not need to reply to this post). You need to know what "contradict" means ahead of time. Look it up.
3. Reply to this post by Thursday (midnight) reflecting on one of the four questions above.
4. Create a timeline of all the stories from the Matthew and Luke narratives. First, it's best to prewrite/ brainstorm your list before you actually begin charting it so you know the order. Below you will see just three examples of some timelines I found online (not related to the infancy narratives). They are boring and don't include pictures, but the format is for you to get the idea. The fourth example would get extra credit for going over and beyond my expectations. You do not need dates, just the order and labeling of the Gospels.

To get an "A", here's what I'm looking for:

1. All twelve stories from both Gospels (the Canticles, the circumcision, and the geneology do not need to be included).
2. An icon that represents each event (no two icons can be the same).
3. Clear labeling of each story that it either belongs to Matthew or Luke
4. NEATNESS and color! No pencil. God didn't create the world in black and white.
5. A creative and logical format that is easy for the reader to follow the events.
6. All fit on one page.
7. Effort and care.

Here is an online quiz to help you review for this unit. Click here.

First things first, Room 208, your Gospel Introduction Chart is due TOMORROW. Not sure where Thursday came from, but nevertheless, there you go.

Today we began Luke 2 and Matthew 1, comparing and contrasting the birth of Jesus Christ.

Notice how none of the information is inconsistent; Matthew and Luke have similar things to say, just different perspectives on the story.

Tomorrow we will talk more in depth on the similarities and differences between the stories.

For now, respond to the following prompt:
How, if at all, would your faith be affected if we had no infancy narratives in the Gospels?

Your response is due by Wednesday at midnight. To get a 100% I want at least 3-5 sentences explaining the importance (or non-importance) of the inclusion of these stories. Also explain one of the stories of the infancy narratives.

Any generic comment or any comment that lacks proper punctuation, grammar, or writing skills may receive 0 credit.