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BIBL 110 Joshua Seymour Liberty University Course BIBL 110: New Testament Survey Dr. Bradley McKerley 2/19/2024 Interdisciplinary Studies N EW T ESTAMENT B IBLE S TUDY I NSTRUCTIONS For this assignment, you will be studying a chosen narrative from the Gospels that includes a question asked by Jesus. You have chosen between the following three passages: 1. Matthew 15:32-39 2. John 5:1-17 3. John 14:1-12 I. Introduction and Thesis Statement In Matthew 15:32 -39, the story of the feeding of the four thousand showcases Jesus Christ's limitless empathy, revealing his holy authority and compassion for all who seek him. This exceptional occasion, set in a barren wildnes, shows Jesus' capability to meet the needs of thousands with a meager offering of seven loaves and a couple of fish. This miricale presents his remarkable power yet likewise acts as an emotional sign of his undeviating care and devotion for humankind. Moreover, this story builds on the theme of redemption developed in earlier accounts, stressing Jesus' selflessness. With this act of empathy, Jesus reveals his divine power over creation and his extensive empathy for the circumstances of humanity. Ultimately, the feeding of the four thousand bears witness Jesus Christ's character as the compassionate provider, welcoming all who seek him to experience the richness of his kingdom. II. Observation Page 1 of 6

BIBL 110 A. I have read the passage in both a formal translation (KJV, NKJV, NASB, ESV, or CSB) and a functional translation ( NIV, NLT, or NCV). Highlight the correct answer. You will find a copy of the NASB, ESV, CSB, and NLT in Logos. o Yes o No B. Identify the basic elements of the story you are studying 1. Main characters: (List them)- Jesus, the crowd of four thousand, and Matthew, and the other 11 Disiples. 2. Plot- Jesus remains in a desolate area with a big group that has been with him for 3 days, lacking food. Showing compassion, Jesus takes seven loaves of bread and a couple of small fish, blesses them by giving thanks, and miraculously feeds the crowd of four thousand. After everybody had eaten their fill, seven baskets loaded with leftover food are accumulated. This wonder demonstrates Jesus' divine authority, compassion for the people, and his capacity to supply perfectly even in one of the most tough conditions. 3. Story structure-The prompting event is the big group complying with Jesus into a desolate place, lacking food. The increasing activity includes Jesus' empathy for the crowd, his decision to astonishingly feed them, and the disciples' uncertainty concerning locating enough food. The climax occurs when Jesus gives thanks for the 7 loaves and couple of fish, and they are incredibly increased to feed the crowd. The falling action includes everybody consuming their fill and the celebration of seven baskets of leftovers. This occasion showcases Jesus' divine power and compassion for his flock, leading to a moment of awe and wonder amongst the disiples and the crowd 4. Question(s) asked in narrative: 1) I wonder how the Disiples reacted when Jesus said I don’t want to send thecroud away hungry? 2) I wonder if the Disiples felt Skeptical of only having 7 loaves of bread and a few small fish? 3) I can’t imagine how the crowd reactied as Jesus took the blessed them and began passing out enough food for everyone. Page 2 of 6

BIBL 110 C. 1. Who: Jesus, Matthew and the other eleven Disiples, and the crowd of four thousand. 2. What: Jesus blesses the 7 loaves of bread and a few fish and performs a miracle in feeding the crowd of four thousand. 3. Where: in a desolate place is all the scripture states. 4. When: After the crowd had been with Jesus for three days in a desolate place. 5. Why: To demonstrate Jesus divine power and compassion and his ability to provide abubdantly no matter the situation. 6. How: Jesus takes the seven loaves of bread and a few fish and blesses them. He then gives out the baskets to the crowd and miraculously the food is multiplied and everyone eats their fill. III. Interpretation A. To demonstrate Jesus' compassion, divine authority, and ability provide generously. The passage starts with Jesus revealing issue for the crowd that had been with him for three days, lacking food. In spite of the adherents' skepticism concerning locating enough food in the barren place, Jesus takes 7 loaves of bread and a few fish, blesses them, and astonishingly feeds the group of four thousand men, besides women and children. This act of arrangement not just satisfies their physical appetite however likewise showcases Jesus' devine power and compassion. Through this miracle, the author interacts that Jesus is the compassionate provider that fulfills the needs of his followers. The feeding of the four thousand acts as an extension of Jesus' ministry, stressing his duty as the Messiah that takes care of the physical and spiritual health of those that seek him. The writer utilizes this occasion to reinforce the concept that Jesus is not just with the ability of meeting our requirements however additionally does so with generosity, demonstrating his authority. B. The concerns asked within the narrative serve several objectives. First, they highlight the functional concern for the health of the group, highlighting their physical demands and the requirement of providing for them. This establishes the stage for the miracle that adheres to, demonstrating Jesus' ability to fulfill these requirements. Second, the concerns offer to check the disciples' confidence and understanding. Jesus asks the disiples how many loaves they have, challenging them to take into consideration the sources readily available to them and their dependence on his arrangement. This communication grows the adherents' understanding of Jesus' power and their function in trusting him for the remarkable. The particular inquiry Jesus Page 3 of 6

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