Matthew 19:17
"Why do you ask Me about what is good?" Jesus replied. "There is only One who is good. If you want to enter life, keep the commandments."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 19:17?

2. How does Matthew 19:17 emphasize the importance of obeying God's commandments today?

3. What does "there is only One who is good" reveal about God's nature?

4. How can we apply Jesus' teaching on goodness in our daily lives?

5. Which Old Testament commandments align with Jesus' message in Matthew 19:17?

6. How does understanding God's goodness influence our relationship with Him and others?

7. Why does Jesus question being called "good" in Matthew 19:17?

8. How does Matthew 19:17 challenge the concept of inherent human goodness?

9. What does Matthew 19:17 imply about the nature of God and goodness?

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

11. What were the teachings of Jesus?

12. Did Jesus come to abolish the law? (Matthew 5:17 vs. Ephesians 2:15)

13. Should we swear oaths? (Leviticus 19:12 vs. Matthew 5:34)

14. Matthew 12:46-50: Does Jesus' apparent dismissal of his own mother and brothers conflict with the commandment to honor one's parents (Exodus 20:12)?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jesus' response in Matthew 19:17 challenge our understanding of what it means to be "good"?

2. In what ways do the Ten Commandments serve as a guide for living a life pleasing to God?

3. How can we reconcile the idea that only God is good with our call to live righteously?

4. What does Jesus' emphasis on keeping the commandments teach us about the relationship between faith and works?

5. How can we apply Jesus' teaching in Matthew 19:17 to our daily lives, especially in our pursuit of eternal life?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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