Matthew 19:15
And after He had placed His hands on them, He went on from there.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 19:15?

2. How does Matthew 19:15 demonstrate Jesus' love for children in our lives?

3. What can we learn from Jesus' actions in Matthew 19:15 about blessing others?

4. How does Matthew 19:15 connect to Psalm 127:3 about children as blessings?

5. How can we apply Jesus' example in Matthew 19:15 to our community?

6. In what ways can we welcome children in our church as Jesus did?

7. What is the significance of Jesus laying hands on children in Matthew 19:15?

8. How does Matthew 19:15 reflect Jesus' view on the value of children?

9. Why does Matthew 19:15 emphasize Jesus blessing children without further elaboration?

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

11. Was there a family tomb for Jesus?

12. How did Jesus respond to children approaching him?

13. What is the Gospel of the Kingdom about?

14. Did Jesus carry his own cross? (John 19:17 vs. Matthew 27:31-32)
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jesus' interaction with the children in Matthew 19:15 challenge our understanding of who is important in the kingdom of God?

2. In what ways can we cultivate a childlike faith in our own spiritual lives, and why is this important according to the teachings of Jesus?

3. How can we apply Jesus' example of welcoming and blessing children to our interactions with others, especially those who are marginalized or vulnerable?

4. What are some modern-day "rebukes" or barriers that might prevent people from coming to Jesus, and how can we work to remove them?

5. How do the parallel accounts in Mark 10 and Luke 18 enhance our understanding of this event, and what additional insights do they provide about Jesus' character and mission?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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