Matthew 19:3
Then some Pharisees came and tested Him by asking, "Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife for any reason?"
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 19:3?

2. How does Matthew 19:3 address the Pharisees' intent in questioning Jesus about divorce?

3. What does Matthew 19:3 reveal about the Pharisees' understanding of Mosaic Law?

4. How does Matthew 19:3 connect with Genesis 2:24 on marriage's sanctity?

5. How can we apply Jesus' response in Matthew 19:3 to modern marriage challenges?

6. What principles from Matthew 19:3 guide us in upholding biblical marriage values today?

7. What does Matthew 19:3 reveal about Jesus' stance on divorce?

8. How does Matthew 19:3 challenge modern views on marriage?

9. Why did the Pharisees test Jesus with the question in Matthew 19:3?

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

11. Why does Jesus’s restrictive view on divorce (Matthew 19:3–9) seem to conflict with more lenient provisions in Deuteronomy 24:1–4?

12. If “what God has joined together” is unbreakable (Matthew 19:6), how do we reconcile that with common divorce practices today?

13. What are the biblical grounds for divorce?

14. How do denominations interpret Matthew 19:9's Exception Clause?
Discussion Questions
1. What was the motive behind the Pharisees' question to Jesus, and how can we guard against similar attitudes in our own hearts?

2. How does Jesus' reference to Genesis 2:24 in His response to the Pharisees inform our understanding of marriage today?

3. In what ways can we apply the principle of looking beyond the letter of the law to the spirit of the law in our daily lives?

4. How does understanding the cultural context of Jesus' time help us better interpret His teachings on marriage and divorce?

5. What steps can we take to strengthen our own marriages or support others in their marriages, in light of Jesus' teachings in this passage?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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