Mathew Chapters 13 and 14

In the parable of the sower, what does the seed falling among thorns represent?

• A) Those who hear the word but do not understand it

• B) Those who hear the word but are choked by the cares of the world

• C) Those who hear the word and bear much fruit

• D) Those who receive the word joyfully but fall away in times of trouble

Which prophet did Herod initially mistake Jesus for when he heard about his miracles?

• A) Elijah

• B) Jeremiah

• C) Isaiah

• D) John the Baptist

What does the leaven in the parable of the leaven represent?

• A) The teachings of Jesus

• B) False teachings within the church

• C) The corrupting nature of worldly desires

• D) The hidden power of evil

How many baskets of leftovers were gathered after the feeding of the five thousand?

• A) Seven

• B) Nine

• C) Twelve

• D) Five

In the parable of the mustard seed, what does the mustard seed represent?

• A) A person's faith

• B) The Word of God

• C) The kingdom of heaven

• D) God's providence

Who was the first to ask why Jesus spoke to the people in parables?

• A) The disciples

• B) The Pharisees

• C) The scribes

• D) The crowds

How did Jesus explain the reason for speaking in parables to his disciples?

• A) To make the truth clear to all

• B) To hide the truth from the unbelievers

• C) To fulfill what was spoken by the prophets

• D) To test the faith of his followers

Which disciple initially tried to walk on water towards Jesus but became afraid?

• A) James

• B) Peter

• C) Andrew

• D) John

What time of day did Jesus come to the disciples walking on the water?

• A) Dawn

• B) Midnight

• C) Evening

• D) Early morning

What was the response of Jesus when Peter said, "Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water"?

• A) "Come."

• B) "Stay in the boat."

• C) "Wait for my sign."

• D) "Have faith."