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6.4 Let’s Practice…

1. Why were Roman roads so important in the ancient world?

2. How did Rome fulfill Jesus’s prediction that the Temple would be destroyed?

3. Why did the Jews not like or appreciate Herod the Great?

4. What three massive fortresses did Herod build to create safe places for him to visit?

5. What was Herod’s crowning achievement and why?

6. Why did Herod build such an elaborate Temple?

7. After Herod’s death, ruler ship of Israel was divided among three of Herod’s sons: Name them and
give their territory of control:

8. Why did Joseph and Mary travel 80 miles from Nazareth to Bethlehem shortly before Jesus was born?

6.5 Let’s Personalize this Lesson…

Activity: Have you ever heard the song, “He’s got the whole world, in His Hands?” It reminds us
that God is sovereign over the entire universe. Nothing escapes his notice and everything is a
part of His plan. The birthplace of Jesus was foretold 700 years before the Messiah came to
earth in Micah 5:1-2.

Do you have any difficulties trusting in God to take care of your needs?

Remember God is in control. He knows what He is doing in our lives and in what is happening around
us. We can trust Him. What areas in your life can you trust Him?

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