Question 33
Resurrection and Ascension of JesusBefore his ascension, the apostles asked Jesus, "Lord will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel? This implied that
- A.some of the apostles wanted posts in Jesus' government
- B.the Zealots were ready to attack the Romans.
- C.they mistook Jesus for a political messiah.
- D.they wanted to know Jesus' plan for them
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (they mistook Jesus for a political messiah.)
Explanation
They still expected an earthly, political kingdom for Israel (Acts 1:6-8).