Mark 12:17
Then Jesus told them, "Give to Caesar what is Caesar's, and to God what is God's." And they marveled at Him.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Mark 12:17?

2. How can we apply "give back to Caesar" in our financial responsibilities today?

3. What does "give to God what is God's" mean for our daily lives?

4. How does Mark 12:17 relate to Romans 13:1-7 on authority?

5. In what ways can we discern what belongs to God in our lives?

6. How does understanding Mark 12:17 influence our view of earthly and divine authority?

7. What does "Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's" mean for Christians today?

8. How does Mark 12:17 address the relationship between faith and government?

9. Why did Jesus mention Caesar in Mark 12:17?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 12?

11. What defines a cashless society?

12. What is the Gospel of the Kingdom about?

13. What was the Investiture Controversy about?

14. What did Jesus mean by 'Render to Caesar'?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jesus' response in Mark 12:17 guide us in balancing our responsibilities to government and to God?

2. In what ways can we apply the principle of "rendering to God what is God's" in our daily lives?

3. How does understanding that we are made in the image of God influence our identity and actions as Christians?

4. What are some practical ways we can demonstrate respect for governmental authorities while maintaining our ultimate allegiance to God?

5. How can we use Jesus' example of wisdom and discernment in handling challenging questions or situations in our own lives?1. What does the Parable of the Tenants tell us about God's patience and eventual judgment?

2. How does Jesus' teaching on taxes challenge your understanding of civic duties and devotion to God?

3. In what ways does Jesus' explanation of the resurrection challenge common cultural views of the afterlife?

4. Why are the commandments to love God and love neighbor considered the greatest commandments?

5. How do Jesus' warnings against the scribes challenge the way religious leadership is viewed today?

6. In what ways does the story of the widow's offering impact your understanding of giving and sacrifice?

7. How does Jesus' handling of tricky questions from religious leaders teach us to respond to spiritual entrapment today?

8. How can you apply the principle of "loving your neighbor" in a practical way in your daily life?

9. Why does Jesus affirm the widow’s mite as more significant than larger donations?

10. How can you recognize and guard against the hypocrisy Jesus criticizes in the scribes?

11. What does Jesus' response to the Sadducees teach us about knowing the Scriptures and the power of God?

12. How should the understanding of no marriage in heaven affect our relationships now?

13. How can you demonstrate love for God in your everyday activities?

14. How might the religious leaders' reactions to Jesus' teachings compare to society's reactions today?

15. How does Jesus’ teaching about the afterlife give us hope for eternity?

16. In what ways can you give "all you have" to God, as the widow did?

17. How do you think the religious leaders felt when Jesus said they were misunderstanding the Scriptures?

18. How does the greatest commandment challenge societal norms and personal biases?

19. In what ways can we fall into the same traps as the scribes, and how can we avoid them?

20. How can we encourage a spirit of generosity like the widow’s within our communities?

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