Matthew 1:15
Eliud was the father of Eleazar, Eleazar the father of Matthan, Matthan the father of Jacob,
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 1:15?

2. How does Matthew 1:15 demonstrate God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises?

3. What role does genealogy play in understanding Jesus' rightful place as Messiah?

4. How can Matthew 1:15 inspire us to trust God's timing in our lives?

5. Connect Matthew 1:15 to Old Testament prophecies about Jesus' lineage.

6. How can we apply the lessons of heritage and legacy from Matthew 1:15?

7. How does Matthew 1:15 fit into the genealogy of Jesus?

8. Why is the genealogy in Matthew important for understanding Jesus' lineage?

9. What historical evidence supports the genealogy listed in Matthew 1:15?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 1?

11. In Hosea 11:1, how can 'Out of Egypt I called my son' refer to both Israel's exodus and Jesus in Matthew 2:15 without contradiction?

12. How many generations were there from the Babylonian exile until Christ? Matthew says fourteen (Matthew 1:17) But a careful count of the generations reveals only thirteen (see Matthew 1: 12-16)

13. Why does Jesus say divorce is only allowed for sexual immorality (Matthew 19:9), while Paul later allows for abandonment (1 Corinthians 7:15)?

14. Should enemies be loved or destroyed? (Matthew 5:44 vs. 1 Samuel 15:3)
Discussion Questions
1. How does the genealogy in Matthew 1:15 help us understand the fulfillment of God's promises in the Old Testament?

2. In what ways does the genealogy of Jesus demonstrate God's sovereignty and faithfulness throughout history?

3. How can the inclusion of lesser-known individuals in Jesus' lineage encourage us in our own walk with God?

4. What does the genealogy of Jesus teach us about the importance of family and heritage in God's plan?

5. How can understanding our identity in Christ, as part of His family, impact the way we live our daily lives?1. How does the genealogy of Jesus Christ connect the Old and New Testaments?

2. How do the three sets of fourteen generations enrich our understanding of Jesus' lineage?

3. What is the significance of Jesus being traced back to both Abraham and David?

4. How does the virgin birth affirm the divinity of Jesus Christ?

5. In what ways does Joseph show his righteousness in the chapter?

6. What does the name "Immanuel" tell us about the nature and purpose of Jesus Christ?

7. How does Joseph's response to the angel's message demonstrate his faith?

8. How is the prophecy of a virgin birth fulfilled in this chapter?

9. How can we apply the lesson of obedience, as shown by Joseph, in our own lives?

10. In what ways does the lineage and birth of Jesus Christ affirm God's sovereignty?

11. How does Matthew 1 set the stage for the rest of the Gospel?

12. How does the theme of divine intervention present in this chapter relate to our lives today?

13. How would you react if you were in Joseph's position?

14. How does understanding Jesus' genealogy help deepen our faith?

15. How might you respond to skeptics who question the virgin birth?

16. How can this chapter inspire us to trust in God's plans, even when they seem confusing or challenging?

17. How does Matthew's emphasis on prophecy and fulfillment reinforce your understanding of God's faithfulness?

18. How does the concept of "God with us" influence your view of God's relationship with humanity?

19. How does the lineage of Jesus Christ inspire your personal walk with God?

20. What is one personal change you can make today to be more obedient to God's will, as Joseph was?

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