For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, 'He has a demon!' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Matthew 11:18? 2. How does Matthew 11:18 challenge our perceptions of spiritual leaders today? 3. What does Matthew 11:18 reveal about societal judgments and misconceptions? 4. How can we avoid making false assumptions like those in Matthew 11:18? 5. Connect Matthew 11:18 with other instances of misjudgment in the Gospels. 6. How should Matthew 11:18 influence our response to unconventional ministry methods? 7. Why was John the Baptist accused of having a demon in Matthew 11:18? 8. How does Matthew 11:18 reflect societal perceptions of holiness and asceticism? 9. What does Matthew 11:18 reveal about the rejection of prophetic figures? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 11? 11. What are spirit guides? 12. What is the power of the Holy Spirit? 13. Why does Jesus initially seem dismissive of the Syrophoenician woman, implying exclusion of Gentiles (Mark 7:24-30)? 14. What defines Christian demonology? Discussion Questions 1. How does John the Baptist's lifestyle challenge our modern understanding of what it means to live a life dedicated to God?2. In what ways do we see the inconsistency of human judgment in today's society, and how can we guard against it in our own lives? 3. How can we develop discernment to recognize and support God's work and His messengers in our communities? 4. What are some practical ways we can live a life that is set apart for God, similar to John the Baptist? 5. How can the experiences of John the Baptist encourage us when we face criticism or misunderstanding for our faith?1. How do you perceive John the Baptist's doubts about Jesus being the Messiah? 2. How does Jesus' response to John's disciples provide assurance about His identity? 3. What can we learn from Jesus' testimony about John the Baptist? 4. What does Jesus mean by saying the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than John? 5. Why do you think the cities of Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum remained unrepentant despite Jesus' miracles? 6. How does Jesus' lament over these cities affect your understanding of His call to repentance? 7. How do you interpret Jesus' invitation to the weary and burdened? 8. What does the metaphor of Jesus' yoke being easy and His burden light signify? 9. How does this chapter address the issue of doubt in a believer's life? 10. How would you respond to someone who, like John, expresses doubts about Jesus' messianic identity? 11. How do Jesus' actions in this chapter align with Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah? 12. Why do you think Jesus thanked the Father for revealing His truths to the childlike rather than the wise and learned? 13. How does Jesus' rebuke of the unrepentant cities challenge your response to God's call for repentance in your life? 14. What can you learn from Jesus' approach to addressing John's doubts? 15. How does Jesus' invitation to rest apply to your current life situation? 16. How can Jesus' response to John's doubt provide comfort when you experience moments of uncertainty in your faith journey? 17. How do you understand the difference between those in the kingdom of heaven and John the Baptist? 18. How can you practically take on Jesus' yoke and learn from Him in your daily life? 19. What does it mean to be childlike in understanding God's truths? 20. How can we ensure our cities don't become like Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum, in the face of God's miracles and message? Links Matthew 11:18 NIVMatthew 11:18 NLT Matthew 11:18 ESV Matthew 11:18 NASB Matthew 11:18 KJV Matthew 11:18 Commentaries Bible Hub |



