Matthew 21:44
He who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces, but he on whom it falls will be crushed."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 21:44?

2. How does Matthew 21:44 illustrate the consequences of rejecting Jesus as the cornerstone?

3. What does "fall on this stone" mean for personal spiritual growth?

4. How can Matthew 21:44 guide us in recognizing Jesus' authority in our lives?

5. Which Old Testament prophecies connect with Jesus as the cornerstone in Matthew 21:44?

6. How should Matthew 21:44 influence our approach to sharing the Gospel?

7. What does Matthew 21:44 mean by "falling on this stone" and being "broken to pieces"?

8. How does Matthew 21:44 relate to Jesus as the cornerstone?

9. Why is the imagery of a stone used in Matthew 21:44?

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

11. How should we respond to persecution for our faith?

12. What role does Satan play in the Bible?

13. How do the Kingdom of God and Heaven differ?

14. What defines the Kingdom of God in Christianity?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding Jesus as the cornerstone influence your faith and daily life?

2. In what ways can believers ensure they are building their lives on the solid foundation of Christ?

3. How does the imagery of the stone in Matthew 21:44 challenge you to examine areas of your life where you might be resisting God's will?

4. What parallels can you draw between the rejection of Jesus by the religious leaders and modern-day rejections of Christ's teachings?

5. How can the certainty of God's plan, as illustrated by the stone, provide comfort and assurance in times of uncertainty or trial?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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