Matthew 19:13
Then the little children were brought to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them and pray for them. And the disciples rebuked those who brought them.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 19:13?

2. How can we "bring little children" to Jesus in our daily lives today?

3. What does Matthew 19:13 teach about the value of children in God's kingdom?

4. How does Jesus' response in Matthew 19:13 connect to Psalm 127:3?

5. In what ways can we prevent hindering children from coming to Jesus?

6. How can Matthew 19:13 guide our approach to children's ministry in church?

7. Why did Jesus emphasize the importance of children in Matthew 19:13?

8. How does Matthew 19:13 reflect Jesus' view on innocence and purity?

9. What cultural significance did children hold during the time of Matthew 19:13?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 19?

11. What is the meaning of "Jesus Loves the Little Children"?

12. Exodus 21:7–11 mentions selling one’s daughter; how does this align with other biblical teachings on the value and protection of children?

13. Did Jesus speak secretly? John 18:20 says no, but Mark 4:34 and Matthew 13:10-11 suggest he explained parables privately to his disciples.

14. Who was the tenth disciple of Jesus in the list of twelve? Thaddaeus (Matthew 10: 1-4; Mark 3:13 -19) Judas son of James is the corresponding name in Lukes gospel (Luke 6:12-16)
Discussion Questions
1. What does Jesus' reaction to the children being brought to Him reveal about His character and priorities?

2. How can we, as a church community, ensure that children feel welcomed and valued in our congregations?

3. In what ways might we, like the disciples, unintentionally hinder others from coming to Jesus, and how can we correct this?

4. How does the concept of childlike faith challenge our current understanding of faith and trust in God?

5. Reflect on a time when you approached God with childlike faith. How did that experience impact your relationship with Him?1. How does Jesus' teaching on divorce challenge societal norms around marriage and divorce?

2. What does Jesus' interaction with the little children teach us about faith and entering the Kingdom of Heaven?

3. What can we learn from the rich young ruler's reaction to Jesus' instruction to sell all he has?

4. How does Jesus' assurance of rewards for those who sacrifice for His sake impact your understanding of discipleship?

5. Why do you think Jesus focused on the difficulty for the rich to enter the Kingdom of Heaven?

6. How can we apply Jesus' teachings on marriage and divorce in a contemporary context?

7. How does the faith of a child differ from adult faith, and how can we foster this type of faith in our lives?

8. In what ways does the story of the rich young ruler challenge our values and priorities?

9. How can Jesus' promise of rewards for sacrifices made in His name influence our life decisions?

10. How does Jesus' response to the Pharisees' question about divorce uphold the sanctity of marriage?

11. How can we maintain a childlike faith in a world that often values cynicism and skepticism?

12. How do you reconcile the call to give up everything to follow Jesus with practical life needs and responsibilities?

13. How can we navigate the tension between living in the world and not being overly attached to worldly riches?

14. How does Jesus' assurance of rewards affect your willingness to make sacrifices for His sake?

15. How does the concept of a rich person struggling to enter the Kingdom of Heaven challenge societal success metrics?

16. In what ways can we reflect Jesus' welcoming attitude towards children in our communities?

17. How can we ensure our wealth and possessions don't become barriers to our relationship with God?

18. How can the teachings of this chapter shape our understanding of eternal life?

19. In what ways can Jesus' discussion about rewards influence our perspective on giving and sacrifice?

20. How can we uphold the sanctity of marriage in a culture with differing views on commitment and divorce?

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