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What did the elders fear would happen if they answered 'from heaven'?
What was the outcome for the wicked tenants when they killed the son of the landowner?
The landowner will come and destroy these wicked men.
What is the greatest commandment according to Jesus?
The Pharisees believe they should charge heavy burdens on others.
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What did Jesus say about people in the resurrection?
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Jesus predicts the destruction of the ______.
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What does the parable of the ten virgins represent?
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What did Judas Iscariot agree to betray Jesus for?
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Jesus was silent before Pontius Pilate during his trial.
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What did Jesus say when he was on the cross?
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Mary Magdalene and Mary of Bethany came to see the ______.
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What commission did Jesus give to his disciples after his resurrection?
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What significant event occurs in Chapter 1 of Matthew?
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In Chapter 2, who warns the wise men not to return to Herod?
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John the Baptist is foretold by Isaiah as a voice crying in the wilderness.
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In Chapter 3, John the Baptist baptizes Jesus, and the Spirit descends like a _______.
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What are the three temptations Jesus faces in Chapter 4?
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What does Jesus teach about the law in Chapter 5?
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What does Jesus say about anxiety and worry in Chapter 6?
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Jesus teaches the golden rule of treating others as you would want to be treated in Chapter 7.
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In Chapter 8, who demonstrates great faith in Jesus?
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What parable does Jesus tell in Chapter 10?
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In Chapter 13, what does Jesus compare the Kingdom of Heaven to?
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What does Jesus say about wealth in Chapter 19?
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In Chapter 20, the vineyard owner pays all workers a denarius for a day's work; many are called, but few are ________.
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What significant event does Jesus predict in Chapter 16?
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What does Jesus do to the fig tree in Chapter 21?
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Study Notes
Chapter 1
- Genealogy of Jesus traces royal lineage through Joseph, reflecting David's lineage.
- Jesus' birth foretold by the Holy Spirit; angel instructs Joseph not to divorce Mary.
- Prophecy from Isaiah 7:14 fulfilled: a virgin conceives a son.
- Joseph marries Mary; Jesus is born.
Chapter 2
- Wise men seek the King of the Jews, causing Herod's distress.
- Prophecy from Micah 5:2 indicates birth in Bethlehem.
- Wise men worship Jesus and follow divine warning to avoid Herod.
- Angel instructs Joseph to flee to Egypt; fulfills Jeremiah's prophecy of the massacre of innocents.
- Family settles in Nazareth to avoid Archelaus.
Chapter 3
- John the Baptist preaches repentance and baptizes in the Jordan River.
- Isaiah prophesied John as the voice in the wilderness.
- John admonishes Pharisees and Sadducees, foretells Jesus' baptism with Holy Spirit.
- Jesus baptized by John; divine affirmation of Jesus as God's son occurs.
Chapter 4
- Jesus fasts and faces temptations in the wilderness by Satan.
- Temptations represent potential ministry paths: alleviating hunger, performing miracles, or political power.
- Jesus begins his ministry in Galilee, fulfilling Isaiah's prophecy of light.
- Calls first disciples: Peter, Andrew, James, and John.
Chapter 5
- Jesus delivers the Sermon on the Mount, emphasizing the Beatitudes.
- Disciples described as the "salt of the earth" and "light of the world."
- Jesus claims to fulfill the law, introduces antitheses opposing traditional interpretations.
- Advocates reconciliation, internal purity, and loving one’s enemies.
Chapter 6
- Encourages secret charity, private prayer, and sincere fasting.
- Teaches the Lord's Prayer, emphasizing forgiveness and reliance on God.
- Warns against materialism; stresses the importance of seeking God's kingdom first.
Chapter 7
- Advises against judging others while addressing personal flaws.
- Promotes the Golden Rule: treat others as you wish to be treated.
- Warns about false prophets and highlights the importance of acting on Jesus' teachings.
- Concludes with a parable comparing wise and foolish builders.
Chapter 8
- Jesus performs miracles, healing a leper, and a Roman centurion's servant, showing compassion across cultural boundaries.
- Emphasizes faith through the centurion’s acknowledgment of Jesus' authority.
- Calms a storm on the sea, showcasing His divine power during trials.
Chapter 9
- Jesus heals a paralyzed man, demonstrating authority to forgive sins.
- Calls Matthew, a tax collector, to discipleship, eats with sinners.
- Heals a woman through faith and raises a girl from the dead, illustrating His power over life and death.
- Faces critique from Pharisees claiming His power is demonic.
Chapter 10
- Jesus empowers disciples to perform miracles, instructs them to focus on Israel.
- Prepares disciples for challenges and persecutions, stressing boldness in faith.
- Highlights sacrificial love and the cost of discipleship.
Chapter 11
- John the Baptist's disciples inquire if Jesus is the Messiah; affirmations through miracles ensue.
- Jesus praises John as the prophesied messenger but criticizes unrepentant cities.
- Offers invitation for the weary, emphasizing His gentle and accessible nature.
Chapter 12
- Jesus confronts Pharisees about Sabbath laws; emphasizes mercy over sacrifice.
- Highlights the unpardonable sin against the Holy Spirit, condemns religious hypocrisy.
- Declares true kinship by doing God's will.
Chapter 13
- Teaches using parables: seeds, tares, mustard seed, treasure, and a net signify the Kingdom of Heaven.
- Highlights the value of the Kingdom through relatable analogies.
Chapter 14
- Herod fears Jesus as John the Baptist raised, leads to John's beheading.
- The miracle of feeding 5,000 with minimal resources showcases Jesus' compassion and power.
- Jesus walks on water, enhancing Peter's faith and emphasizing faith amidst fear.
Chapter 15
- Jesus critiques Pharisees' traditions regarding defilement.
- Gentile woman's faith leads to her daughter’s healing.
- Performs another miracle by feeding 4,000, demonstrating God's provision.
Chapter 16
- Jesus teaches about recognizing spiritual truths and Peter's revelation of Christ as the Son of God.
- Peter's role solidified as "rock" of the Church.
- Jesus predicts His death, emphasizes self-denial, and divine authority.
Chapter 17
- The transfiguration reveals Jesus' divine glory, affirmed by Moses and Elijah.
- Prophesies Elijah's return, healing a possessed boy highlights disciples' lack of faith.
- Demonstrates divine sonship through miraculous tax payment.
Chapter 18
- Jesus promotes humility and childlike faith for Kingdom entry.
- Emphasizes forgiveness and reconciliation within the community.
- Parable of the unmerciful servant illustrates the importance of forgiving others.
Chapter 19
- Jesus addresses divorce, reinforcing God's original intention for marriage.
- Encourages children and underscores the challenge for the wealthy to enter God’s Kingdom.
- Affirms the reversal of worldly status in God’s view.
Chapter 20
- Parable of workers in the vineyard highlights the grace of God regardless of timing in faith.
- Predicts His death and resurrection again; emphasizes sacrificial service as true greatness.
Chapter 21
- Triumphal entry into Jerusalem signifies messianic fulfillment.
- Cleanses the temple of merchants, reinforcing commitment to holiness.
- Parables illustrate God's judgment on unfaithful leaders and the value of responding to God’s call.
Chapter 22
- Parable of wedding guests emphasizes readiness and acceptance of God’s invitation.
- Discusses lawfulness of paying taxes, resurrection, and summarizes the greatest commandments focusing on love.### Messiah's Identity
- The Messiah is both David's son and his Lord, as referenced in Psalm 110.
Chapter 23 Overview
- Scribes and Pharisees impose heavy burdens on others while seeking honor and titles like 'Rabbi.'
- Self-exaltation leads to humility; hypocrisy leads to divine woe.
- They prioritize the wealth of the temple over mercy and justice, describing their behavior as straining out a gnat while swallowing a camel.
- Pharisees are likened to whitewashed tombs, honoring deceased prophets but persecuting living ones.
- Jesus expresses sorrow for Jerusalem's refusal to heed His message.
Chapter 24 Overview
- Jesus predicts the temple's destruction and warns against false prophets, wars, and persecutions.
- Reference to Daniel's 'abomination of desolation' indicates a time to flee.
- Great tribulation is anticipated, possibly referencing the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70.
- Jesus will return in glory, assuring that His words will endure despite the changing heavens and earth.
- His second coming will align with a sinful society reminiscent of the days of Noah, occurring unexpectedly.
Chapter 25 Overview
- The parable of ten virgins illustrates preparedness; five foolish virgins lack oil and are shut out from the wedding feast.
- A master entrusts talents to servants; those who invest are rewarded, while the one who hides his talent is punished.
- Upon the Son of Man's return, nations will be judged, with the righteous (those who assisted the needy) placed on His right.
Chapter 26 Overview
- Jesus foretells His suffering and crucifixion, as conspirators plot against Him.
- A woman anoints Jesus, emphasizing the temporary nature of His presence.
- Judas agrees to betray Jesus for thirty pieces of silver.
- At the Last Supper, Jesus institutes communion, symbolizing the new covenant.
- Predictions include Peter's denial and Jesus' agony in Gethsemane, followed by His arrest through Judas’ kiss.
- Jesus affirms His identity to Caiaphas amidst false accusations, leads to mockery, and Peter's three denials.
Chapter 27 Overview
- Jesus is handed over to Pilate; Judas repents and hangs himself, as the elders use the betrayal money to buy a potter's field.
- Pilate faces pressure from crowds demanding Jesus' crucifixion over Barabbas.
- Jesus is mocked by soldiers and crucified; darkness covers the land during His agony.
- His last words express abandonment, and significant miracles accompany His death, including the tearing of the temple veil.
- Joseph of Arimathea places Jesus' body in a sealed tomb to prevent theft claims.
Chapter 28 Overview
- Women visit the tomb and find it empty; an angel proclaims Jesus' resurrection and instructs them to inform the disciples.
- Jesus appears to the women and later to the disciples in Galilee, commanding them to spread His teachings to all nations.
- The Great Commission emphasizes Jesus' ongoing presence with believers until the end of the age, reinforcing the meaning of 'Immanuel.'
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