Matthew 18:14
In the same way, your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should perish.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 18:14?

2. How does Matthew 18:14 emphasize God's will regarding the lost and perishing?

3. What actions can we take to align with God's will in Matthew 18:14?

4. How does Matthew 18:14 connect with the parable of the lost sheep?

5. In what ways can the church embody the message of Matthew 18:14 today?

6. How does Matthew 18:14 challenge our attitudes towards those who stray?

7. How does Matthew 18:14 reflect God's view on the salvation of the lost?

8. What does Matthew 18:14 reveal about God's will for humanity?

9. How does Matthew 18:14 challenge the concept of predestination?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 18?

11. Why leave the ninety-nine sheep?

12. Where can I find my lost sheep?

13. What does 'I will not give my glory to another' mean?

14. Why leave the ninety-nine sheep?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding God's desire that none should perish influence your approach to evangelism and outreach?

2. In what ways can you demonstrate the value of every believer in your church or community, especially those who might be overlooked?

3. How can you cultivate a child-like faith and humility in your daily walk with Christ?

4. What practical steps can you take to protect and nurture the "little ones" in your sphere of influence?

5. How does the assurance of God's sovereignty and His protective nature provide comfort and motivation in your spiritual journey?1. How does Jesus' teaching on childlike faith challenge the conventional understanding of greatness?

2. How can we apply the lessons from Jesus' warnings against causing others to sin in our lives today?

3. What does the Parable of the Lost Sheep teach us about the value God places on every individual?

4. How can we implement Jesus' instructions on dealing with a brother who sins in our relationships and communities?

5. What does Jesus' response to Peter's question about forgiveness ("seventy times seven") teach us about God's expectation for our forgiveness towards others?

6. How does the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant emphasize the importance of mercy and forgiveness?

7. How does the concept of treating an unrepentant sinner as a "pagan or tax collector" reconcile with Jesus' call for forgiveness?

8. What are the practical implications of the promise that where two or three gather in Jesus' name, He is there with them?

9. How can we foster a childlike faith in an adult world?

10. How does understanding the seriousness of causing others to sin affect your daily decisions and actions?

11. How can the Parable of the Lost Sheep shape your view of evangelism and reaching out to others?

12. How can we resolve conflicts in a manner that is in line with Jesus' teachings in this chapter?

13. What barriers might prevent us from forgiving others as taught in the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant, and how can we overcome them?

14. How does Jesus' teaching on forgiveness challenge societal norms around revenge and holding grudges?

15. What steps can we take to ensure we don't become stumbling blocks to others in our faith community?

16. How does the process Jesus lays out for correcting a brother who sins encourage accountability and restoration?

17. In what ways does the final verse ("forgive your brother from your heart") challenge superficial or insincere forgiveness?

18. How does this chapter's focus on humility, forgiveness, and dealing with sin influence your understanding of community in the Kingdom of Heaven?

19. What are some practical ways we can show humility and childlike faith in our everyday lives?

20. How does the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant affect your understanding of God's mercy and justice?

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