1. Christianity in Rome… Brainstorming
How might Rome’s persecution of Christians help Christianity grow and spread?

2. Judea – The birthplace
Why was there unrest in Judea after it came under Roman rule?
The role of the Messiah – Jewish & Christian belief?
How did the Roman prefect rule Judea?

3. Writings About the Life of Jesus
What are the gospels?
Who wrote the gospels and when were they written?
Genre of Gospels?

4. The Birth of Jesus According to the gospels, where was Jesus born?
What did Jesus study and learn as a child?
What was the turning point in Jesus’ life? Why did this moment affect him?

5. Jesus’ Teachings
What Jewish law, according to Jesus, was most important?
Why, do you think, this law was most important?
Why did Jesus’ teachings upset some people?

6. Paul – The Missionary
Why did Saul stop persecuting (or harming) Christians and become a missionary?
How did Paul’s work help spread Christianity?

7. Persecution and Triumph
Why did Romans consider Christians a threat to Rome?
How did Rome’s persecution of Christians help Christianity grow and spread?