Matthew 18:2
Jesus invited a little child to stand among them.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 18:2?

2. How can we embody childlike humility as described in Matthew 18:2 today?

3. What qualities of a child does Jesus highlight in Matthew 18:2?

4. How does Matthew 18:2 connect with Proverbs 3:34 on humility?

5. In what ways can our church encourage childlike faith among members?

6. How does adopting childlike humility impact our relationship with God and others?

7. Why does Jesus use a child as an example in Matthew 18:2?

8. How does Matthew 18:2 challenge adult perceptions of greatness?

9. What historical context influences the interpretation of Matthew 18:2?

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

11. What is the Bible's view on children born out of wedlock?

12. What does the Bible say regarding daughters?

13. Did Jesus ever experience laughter?

14. Deuteronomy 2:34 describes the total destruction of entire cities, including children; how can this be reconciled with a merciful and just God?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the example of a child in Matthew 18:2 challenge your current understanding of greatness in the kingdom of heaven?

2. In what ways can you cultivate childlike humility in your daily walk with Christ?

3. How does the concept of dependence on God, as illustrated by a child's dependence on their parents, manifest in your life?

4. Reflect on a time when you were teachable like a child. How did that experience impact your spiritual growth?

5. How can you contribute to creating a community that values and cares for the vulnerable, as Jesus demonstrated by calling a child among His disciples?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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