Matthew 21:7
They brought the donkey and the colt and laid their cloaks on them, and Jesus sat on them.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 21:7?

2. How does Matthew 21:7 demonstrate Jesus' fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy?

3. What significance do the donkey and colt hold in Matthew 21:7?

4. How can we prepare our hearts to receive Jesus as in Matthew 21:7?

5. How does Matthew 21:7 connect with Zechariah 9:9's prophecy?

6. What lessons on humility can we learn from Jesus' actions in Matthew 21:7?

7. Why did Jesus choose to ride both a donkey and a colt in Matthew 21:7?

8. How does Matthew 21:7 fulfill Old Testament prophecy?

9. What is the significance of the donkey and colt in Matthew 21:7?

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

11. What is the significance of the Triumphal Entry?

12. What is the significance of Palm Sunday?

13. How does Matthew 21:4–7 reconcile Jesus riding both a donkey and a colt, unlike the single animal mentioned in other Gospels?

14. How many animals did Jesus ride into Jerusalem? One (Mark 11:7, Luke 19:35) or two (Matthew 21:7)?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jesus' choice of a donkey instead of a horse reflect His mission and character?

2. In what ways can we demonstrate obedience and honor to Jesus in our daily lives, similar to the disciples and the crowd?

3. How does the fulfillment of prophecy in this passage strengthen your faith in the reliability of Scripture?

4. What are some practical ways we can recognize and submit to Jesus' kingship in our personal and community life?

5. How can Jesus' example of humility in leadership influence the way you lead or serve in your family, church, or workplace?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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