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II) The Rise of Christianity
A) Jesus Christ (3 BC – AD 33)
1) Judea = birthplace = Roman control
2) “Messiah” = savior: from Rome or from sin?
3) Parables: common stories with a message
a) Good Samaritan: traveler helps injured man
b) Prodigal Son: father forgives foolish son
4) Crucifixion: too popular; executed as criminal
5) Resurrection: comes back to life ! ? ! ? !