Luke 5:17
One day Jesus was teaching, and the Pharisees and teachers of the law were sitting there. People had come from Jerusalem and from every village of Galilee and Judea, and the power of the Lord was present for Him to heal the sick.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Luke 5:17?

2. How can we emulate Jesus' teaching and healing ministry in our daily lives?

3. What does Luke 5:17 reveal about Jesus' authority and divine power?

4. How does Luke 5:17 connect to Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah?

5. In what ways can we seek God's power to heal and transform today?

6. How can we create opportunities for others to experience Jesus' teachings and healing?

7. How does Luke 5:17 demonstrate Jesus' authority and power to heal and forgive sins?

8. Why were the Pharisees and teachers of the law present during the events of Luke 5:17?

9. What significance does the presence of the Pharisees have in understanding Luke 5:17?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 5?

11. In Luke 5:17–26, what evidence supports the sudden physical restoration of a paralyzed man, and how scientifically plausible is this miracle?

12. Matthew 9:1–8: How could a paralyzed man instantly regain mobility without any medical intervention?

13. How can Acts 14:8–10 claim a miraculous healing with no scientific evidence to support it?

14. What does "dunamis" mean in the Bible?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the presence of the Pharisees and teachers of the law in this passage challenge us to respond to criticism or skepticism about our faith?

2. In what ways can we demonstrate faith similar to those who traveled from afar to see Jesus, in our own spiritual journey?

3. How does understanding Jesus' authority and power to heal influence our prayer life and approach to seeking God's intervention in our lives?

4. What can we learn from the diverse group of people gathered to hear Jesus about the importance of community in our faith walk?

5. How can we apply the example of Jesus' healing ministry to our own lives in terms of showing compassion and serving others?1. How does the miraculous catch of fish demonstrate the divine power of Jesus, and how does it impact Simon Peter and his companions?

2. What can we learn from the leper's approach to Jesus, and Jesus' response to him?

3. In the healing of the paralytic, how does Jesus demonstrate His authority to forgive sins?

4. How does Jesus' call and interaction with Levi challenge the societal and religious norms of the time?

5. What does Jesus' response to the question about fasting reveal about the nature of His mission?

6. How does Jesus' response to the Pharisees regarding his association with sinners challenge our own attitudes towards marginalized or stigmatized individuals?

7. How does the parable of the new cloth and the old garment inform our understanding of the relationship between Jesus' message and the Old Testament law?

8. What are the implications of Jesus' call to "catch people" for our understanding of discipleship?

9. How does the faith of the paralytic's friends contribute to his healing, and what does this teach us about intercessory prayer?

10. What does Jesus' instruction to the healed leper to follow the Mosaic law tell us about His respect for established religious practices?

11. How does Jesus' interaction with Levi challenge us to examine our own prejudices and preconceptions?

12. How do the miracles in this chapter affirm Jesus' divine authority?

13. In the light of the calling of Simon Peter, James, John, and Levi, how should we respond to Jesus' call in our lives?

14. How do Jesus' actions and teachings in this chapter redefine religious and social norms?

15. How does Jesus' response to the Pharisees' criticism provide guidance on dealing with criticism or misunderstanding in our lives?

16. What insights does Jesus' answer to the question about fasting provide for our spiritual disciplines?

17. How does the healing of the leper and the paralytic inspire us to approach Jesus in faith, regardless of our circumstances?

18. What does the calling of the first disciples and Levi teach us about Jesus' inclusive invitation to follow Him?

19. How can the stories and teachings in this chapter help us better understand and share the gospel with others?

20. How does Jesus' response to the criticism of His associations inform our interaction with different groups of people today?

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