Matthew 21:26
But if we say, 'From men,' we are afraid of the people, for they all regard John as a prophet."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 21:26?

2. How does Matthew 21:26 challenge us to discern truth in leadership?

3. What does Matthew 21:26 reveal about fearing human opinion over God's truth?

4. How can we apply Matthew 21:26 to confront societal pressures today?

5. How does Matthew 21:26 connect with Proverbs 29:25 about fear of man?

6. What steps can we take to prioritize God's authority as seen in Matthew 21:26?

7. Why did the chief priests fear the people's reaction in Matthew 21:26?

8. How does Matthew 21:26 illustrate the authority of John the Baptist?

9. What does Matthew 21:26 reveal about the religious leaders' belief in John?

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

11. What is the relationship between state and church?

12. What defines spiritual presence?

13. Was John the Baptist Elijah? (Matthew 11:14 vs. John 1:21)

14. Why did Jesus resolutely head to Jerusalem?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the fear of public opinion influence the decisions of the chief priests and elders in Matthew 21:26, and how can we guard against this in our own lives?

2. In what ways does the recognition of John the Baptist as a prophet by the people challenge the authority of the religious leaders, and what does this teach us about recognizing true spiritual authority today?

3. How can Proverbs 29:25 and Acts 5:29 help us understand the importance of prioritizing God's approval over human approval?

4. What lessons can we learn from the integrity (or lack thereof) of the religious leaders in this passage, and how can we apply these lessons to our roles as leaders in our communities?

5. How can the collective recognition of John the Baptist as a prophet inspire us to be bold in our witness for Christ in today's world?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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