Luke 9:47
But Jesus, knowing the thoughts of their hearts, had a little child stand beside Him.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Luke 9:47?

2. How does Luke 9:47 demonstrate Jesus' awareness of our inner thoughts?

3. What does Jesus' response in Luke 9:47 teach about humility and greatness?

4. How can we apply Jesus' teaching in Luke 9:47 to our daily lives?

5. What other scriptures emphasize the importance of humility in God's kingdom?

6. How can we cultivate a childlike heart as seen in Luke 9:47?

7. How does Luke 9:47 challenge our understanding of true greatness in God's kingdom?

8. What does Jesus' perception of thoughts in Luke 9:47 reveal about His divine nature?

9. How does Luke 9:47 emphasize the importance of humility in Christian life?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 9?

11. What is the meaning of 'Messiah'?

12. What are the signs of saving faith?

13. Luke 9:60: How can Jesus' instruction to 'let the dead bury their own dead' be reconciled with the biblically mandated responsibility to honor parents?

14. What is an Advent Calendar?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jesus' knowledge of the disciples' thoughts in Luke 9:47 challenge you to consider your own heart and motives?

2. In what ways can you cultivate humility in your daily life, following the example Jesus sets with the little child?

3. How does the concept of childlike faith influence your relationship with God and others?

4. What are some practical ways you can demonstrate servant leadership in your community or church?

5. How do the teachings in Philippians 2:3-4 complement the lesson Jesus teaches in Luke 9:47 about humility and considering others better than ourselves?1. How does the empowerment of the Twelve in the beginning of the chapter reflect on our own calling as followers of Christ?

2. In what ways do you relate to Herod's confusion about who Jesus was? How can we find clarity?

3. How does the feeding of the five thousand demonstrate God's ability to provide in scarcity?

4. Peter's confession of Christ's messianic identity is a pivotal moment in Luke 9. How can this confession transform our personal faith journeys?

5. In what ways does the lesson on self-denial challenge modern conceptions of success and self-fulfillment?

6. What does the Transfiguration reveal about the nature of Jesus? How does this affect your understanding of Him?

7. How does Jesus' healing of the demon-possessed boy demonstrate His power and compassion?

8. How can we apply Jesus' teachings about humility in our daily interactions?

9. Jesus teaches about tolerance in verses 46-50. How can these teachings inform our understanding of religious diversity and cooperation in today's world?

10. How do the challenges and sacrifices of following Jesus, as mentioned in the last part of the chapter, resonate with your personal experiences?

11. How does the emphasis on childlike humility challenge societal norms of greatness?

12. How can we learn to trust in God's provision as demonstrated in the feeding of the five thousand in our own lives?

13. How can the prediction of Jesus' death help us understand His mission and purpose?

14. How does the lesson on humility help us to reevaluate our personal ambitions and pursuits?

15. In light of Jesus' teachings on discipleship, what aspects of your life may you need to reconsider or reevaluate?

16. How does Jesus' instruction to the apostles about depending on God's provision apply to us in our modern context?

17. How does the Transfiguration reinforce the concept of the Trinity?

18. How can Jesus' acceptance of His impending death inspire us to face our own trials and challenges?

19. In what ways does the healing of the demon-possessed boy demonstrate Jesus' authority over spiritual forces?

20. How do Jesus' teachings on the cost of discipleship resonate with contemporary understandings of commitment and sacrifice?

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