Matthew 21:1
As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent out two disciples,
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 21:1?

2. How does Matthew 21:1 demonstrate Jesus' fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy?

3. What significance does the location "Mount of Olives" hold in biblical prophecy?

4. How can we prepare our hearts for Jesus' entry into our lives today?

5. What does Jesus' approach to Jerusalem teach about His mission and authority?

6. How does Matthew 21:1 connect to Zechariah 9:9 regarding the Messiah's arrival?

7. How does Matthew 21:1 fulfill Old Testament prophecy about the Messiah's arrival in Jerusalem?

8. Why did Jesus choose a donkey for His entry into Jerusalem in Matthew 21:1?

9. What is the significance of Jesus' instructions to His disciples in Matthew 21:1?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 21?

11. How many animals did Jesus ride into Jerusalem? One (Mark 11:7, Luke 19:35) or two (Matthew 21:7)?

12. How does the timing of Jesus’s entry in Luke 19:28-40 align or conflict with other Gospel accounts of the Triumphal Entry?

13. What events define the Triumphal Entry in Volume 23?

14. What events mark the Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the fulfillment of prophecy in Matthew 21:1-11 strengthen your faith in the reliability of Scripture?

2. In what ways can you demonstrate obedience and trust in Jesus' instructions in your daily life, similar to the disciples in this passage?

3. What significance do the places mentioned in Matthew 21:1 hold for you personally, and how do they enhance your understanding of Jesus' mission?

4. How can you prepare your heart for worship, recognizing Jesus as King, in your personal and communal spiritual practices?

5. Reflect on a time when you were called to serve in a way that seemed unusual or challenging. How did you respond, and what did you learn from that experience in light of this passage?1. What does Jesus' Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem teach us about His nature and mission?

2. How does the cleansing of the temple reflect Jesus' attitude towards religious corruption?

3. What does the cursing of the fig tree teach us about faith and fruitfulness?

4. In what ways does the Parable of the Two Sons challenge our actions versus our promises?

5. How does the Parable of the Tenants foreshadow the events leading to Jesus' crucifixion?

6. How does Jesus' reaction to the religious leaders questioning His authority provide insight into dealing with unjust criticism?

7. How can we apply the lessons from the cleansing of the temple to our modern day worship practices?

8. What are the implications of Jesus' teachings on faith for our personal prayer life?

9. How does Jesus' response to the praise of children affirm His acceptance of sincere worship?

10. How do the parables in this chapter challenge religious hypocrisy?

11. In what ways can we guard against unfruitfulness, as illustrated by the cursed fig tree?

12. How can we demonstrate a faith that moves mountains in our current circumstances?

13. How does Jesus' entry into Jerusalem model humility despite recognition?

14. In what ways does the Parable of the Two Sons challenge us to align our actions with our words?

15. How can we ensure our places of worship maintain the purity and focus that Jesus demonstrated in the temple?

16. What can we learn from the religious leaders' inability to answer Jesus' question about John's baptism?

17. How does the Parable of the Tenants reflect on the consequences of rejecting God's messengers and His Son?

18. How does the religious leaders' fear of the crowds inform us about the power of popular opinion?

19. How can we cultivate a heart that produces the fruits of the kingdom, as implied in the Parable of the Tenants?

20. How can the Triumphal Entry inspire us to publicly recognize and honor Jesus in our lives today?

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