Matthew 10:11
Whatever town or village you enter, find out who is worthy there and stay at his house until you move on.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 10:11?

2. How can we identify a "worthy" person in today's society as in Matthew 10:11?

3. What does "stay at his house" imply about Christian hospitality and fellowship?

4. How does Matthew 10:11 connect with Jesus' teachings on peace and acceptance?

5. In what ways can we apply Matthew 10:11 in our evangelism efforts today?

6. How does Matthew 10:11 encourage discernment when sharing the Gospel with others?

7. What does Matthew 10:11 reveal about hospitality in biblical times?

8. How does Matthew 10:11 guide Christians in choosing where to stay?

9. What historical context influenced the instructions in Matthew 10:11?

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

11. What is Chorazin's significance in the Bible?

12. What was Jesus' place of residence?

13. In 1 Corinthians 9:4–14, Paul argues for financial support for apostles; how does that align with Jesus’s command in Matthew 10:8–10 to preach without seeking material gain?

14. In Matthew 11:20-24, is it fair for entire towns to be judged for not believing when miracles done in ancient cities supposedly led to their downfall?
Discussion Questions
1. What criteria might the disciples have used to determine who was "worthy" in a town or village, and how can we apply similar discernment today?

2. How does the concept of hospitality in Matthew 10:11 challenge our current cultural practices regarding welcoming others?

3. In what ways can we identify and support modern-day "worthy" individuals or ministries in our communities?

4. How does the instruction to stay in one place until moving on encourage us to build deeper relationships in our ministry efforts?

5. Reflect on a time when you experienced or offered hospitality in a way that advanced the Kingdom of God. What did you learn from that experience?1. What does the naming and sending of the twelve disciples signify in the ministry of Jesus?

2. How do you understand the specific instructions Jesus gave to the disciples for their mission?

3. What lessons can you learn from Jesus' forewarning about future persecutions?

4. How can Jesus' reassurance about God's care during persecution offer comfort in your personal challenges?

5. What does it mean to fear God rather than people, and how can you apply this in your life?

6. How does Jesus' statement about bringing division affect your understanding of the Christian mission?

7. What does it mean to take up your cross and follow Jesus in today's context?

8. How does the promise of reward for receiving disciples encourage hospitality and support within the Christian community?

9. How can the commissioning of the disciples inspire your personal evangelistic efforts?

10. How do you respond to the idea of persecution for your faith? What practical steps can you take to prepare for such a scenario?

11. What does it mean to acknowledge Jesus before others? How can you practically do this in your daily life?

12. How do the disciples' instructions about relying on God's provision challenge your approach to ministry or service?

13. How do you understand the phrase "he who finds his life will lose it, and he who loses his life for My sake will find it"?

14. What implications does the disciples' authority over unclean spirits and to heal diseases have on your understanding of spiritual power and authority?

15. How can the disciples' mandate to freely give as they have freely received shape your attitude towards service and generosity?

16. How does Jesus' teaching about household division for His sake challenge conventional notions of family loyalty?

17. How can you demonstrate the kind of commitment Jesus expects of His disciples in your life today?

18. How does the principle of reward for welcoming Jesus' disciples apply in your Christian fellowship?

19. What does the disciples' mission to the lost sheep of Israel reveal about God's heart for the lost?

20. How does Jesus' teaching about the value of each believer to God comfort and assure you in your faith journey?

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