Matthew 21:31
Which of the two did the will of his father?" "The first," they answered. Jesus said to them, "Truly I tell you, the tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God before you.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 21:31?

2. How does Matthew 21:31 challenge our understanding of true obedience to God?

3. What actions demonstrate repentance, as seen in Matthew 21:31?

4. How does Matthew 21:31 connect with the parable of the prodigal son?

5. How can we apply the lesson of Matthew 21:31 in daily life?

6. What does Matthew 21:31 teach about the kingdom of God and its inclusivity?

7. What does Matthew 21:31 reveal about the nature of true obedience to God?

8. How does Matthew 21:31 challenge traditional views of righteousness and repentance?

9. Why does Jesus prioritize actions over words in Matthew 21:31?

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

11. What is the Bible's stance on prostitution?

12. What role did tax collectors have in the Bible?

13. Which son truly obeyed his father's will?

14. Matthew 9:9: Is there any historical evidence that a tax collector named Matthew abruptly abandoned his profession to follow Jesus?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the response of the first son in the parable challenge our understanding of obedience to God?

2. In what ways can we identify with the tax collectors and prostitutes in this passage, and how does this impact our view of God’s grace?

3. How can we ensure that our actions align with our professed beliefs, avoiding the hypocrisy of the religious leaders?

4. What steps can we take to cultivate a heart that is open to repentance and change, as demonstrated by the first son?

5. How do the themes in this passage connect with the broader message of Jesus’ ministry and the call to live out our faith authentically?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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