1. What is the meaning of Matthew 17:4?

2. Why does Peter suggest building shelters for Jesus, Moses, and Elijah in Matthew 17:4?

3. How does Matthew 17:4 demonstrate Peter's misunderstanding of Jesus' mission?

4. What Old Testament connections are evident in Peter's reaction in Matthew 17:4?

5. How can we avoid impulsive actions like Peter's in our spiritual journey?

6. What does Peter's response teach about recognizing divine moments in our lives?

7. Why did Peter suggest building three shelters in Matthew 17:4 during the Transfiguration?

8. What is the significance of Moses and Elijah appearing with Jesus in Matthew 17:4?

9. How does Matthew 17:4 reflect Peter's understanding of Jesus' divine nature?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 17?

11. What occurred at the Mount of Transfiguration?

12. What is the Transfiguration of Jesus?

13. In Matthew 17:5, a voice from a cloud proclaims Jesus as God’s Son. Could this be a literary or theological addition rather than an actual historical occurrence?

14. What occurred at the Mount of Transfiguration?1. How does the Transfiguration of Jesus in Matthew 17:4 enhance our understanding of His divine nature and mission?

2. In what ways do Moses and Elijah's appearances during the Transfiguration connect to their roles in the Old Testament, and how does this deepen our understanding of Jesus' fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets?

3. Reflect on Peter's reaction to the Transfiguration. How can we learn from his impulsiveness in our own spiritual journeys?

4. How does the command to "listen to Him" (Matthew 17:5) challenge us in our daily lives, and what practical steps can we take to prioritize Jesus' teachings?

5. Consider the temporary nature of Peter's desire to build shelters. How can we focus more on eternal truths rather than temporary experiences in our faith walk?1. How does the Transfiguration of Jesus strengthen your understanding of His divine nature?

2. Peter suggested building shelters for Jesus, Moses, and Elijah. What does this tell us about Peter's understanding of the event? How does this relate to how we might react to divine experiences?

3. How does God's declaration of Jesus as His beloved Son impact the way we understand Jesus' mission?

4. How does Jesus' response to the disciples' inability to heal the demon-possessed boy speak to our own faith or lack thereof?

5. How can the faith of the boy's father in seeking Jesus for a miracle encourage us in our own lives?

6. Why do you think the disciples were unable to cast out the demon?

7. Why do you think Jesus chose to pay the temple tax despite His divine status? How does this influence our perspective towards obeying civil laws?

8. How does Jesus' prediction of His death and resurrection impact the disciples? How should it impact us today?

9. How can we apply the principle of faith, prayer, and fasting as shown in this chapter to our daily lives?

10. What does Jesus' reference to John the Baptist as Elijah tell us about understanding prophecies?

11. How do Jesus' teachings in this chapter help us handle doubt and increase faith?

12. In what ways can Jesus' interaction with the temple tax collectors inform our understanding of our obligations to society and government?

13. Why did Jesus ask the disciples to keep the Transfiguration a secret until after the resurrection?

14. How does the story of the demon-possessed boy teach us about spiritual warfare?

15. How does the narrative of finding the coin in the fish's mouth demonstrate God's provision for us?

16. How would you respond if you were present during the Transfiguration?

17. How can we practice faith like that of the boy's father in the midst of hopelessness?

18. How does the prophecy about Elijah help us understand God's foreknowledge?

19. What can we learn from Jesus about facing our own 'cross' or hardships?

20. How can we maintain a faith-filled perspective in the face of earthly authority, as Jesus did with the temple tax?

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