Matthew 22:15
Then the Pharisees went out and conspired to trap Jesus in His words.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 22:15?

2. How can we discern when others are trying to trap us like Jesus?

3. What does Matthew 22:15 teach about responding to deceit with wisdom?

4. How does Jesus' response connect to Proverbs 26:4-5 about answering fools?

5. How can we apply Jesus' example of wisdom in our daily interactions?

6. What strategies can we use to uphold truth when faced with deceitful questions?

7. Why did the Pharisees plot to trap Jesus in Matthew 22:15?

8. How does Matthew 22:15 reflect the tension between Jesus and religious leaders?

9. What historical context explains the Pharisees' actions in Matthew 22:15?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 22?

11. Matthew 22:15–22: Does Jesus’s instruction to “render to Caesar” conflict with other biblical commands to serve God alone?

12. What did Jesus mean by "Render to Caesar"?

13. What does 'I desire mercy, not sacrifice' mean?

14. What is the Bible's stance on paying taxes?
Discussion Questions
1. What can we learn from the Pharisees' approach to Jesus about the nature of spiritual opposition today?

2. How does Jesus' response to the Pharisees in this passage encourage us to handle situations where our faith is challenged?

3. In what ways can we cultivate the wisdom and discernment that Jesus demonstrated when faced with traps and deceit?

4. How does the pattern of opposition Jesus faced from the Pharisees relate to the broader biblical theme of conflict between God's truth and worldly powers?

5. Reflect on a time when you faced opposition for your beliefs. How did you respond, and what might you do differently in light of Jesus' example in this passage?1. How does the Parable of the Wedding Feast reflect God's invitation to us?

2. What does Jesus' response about paying taxes teach about our obligations to earthly authorities and God?

3. How does Jesus' explanation of the resurrection challenge earthly and materialistic views of life after death?

4. What do Jesus' responses to the lawyer's question reveal about the core of God's commandments?

5. How does Jesus' question to the Pharisees confirm His divinity and messianic role?

6. In what ways does the Parable of the Wedding Feast inform our understanding of God's grace and judgement?

7. How can we apply the principle of "Give to Caesar what is Caesar's, and to God what is God's" in our daily lives?

8. How does the resurrection discussion with the Sadducees encourage hope for eternal life?

9. What practical steps can we take to live out the greatest commandments of loving God and neighbor?

10. What does the discussion around the Messiah's sonship tell us about Jesus' identity?

11. How should we respond to God's invitation as illustrated in the Wedding Feast parable?

12. How can Jesus' approach to controversial questions guide us in dealing with complex issues?

13. In what ways does the resurrection discussion offer comfort and hope in dealing with the loss of loved ones?

14. How does the Greatest Commandment encapsulate all of the Law and the Prophets?

15. How can we honor Jesus as Lord in our daily actions and attitudes?

16. How does the Parable of the Wedding Feast challenge our preparedness for God's Kingdom?

17. How does Jesus' teaching about taxes inform our attitude towards government and civic duties?

18. What lessons can we draw from Jesus' approach to the Sadducees' skepticism about the resurrection?

19. How can we practice the love encapsulated in the Greatest Commandment in challenging situations?

20. How does Jesus' question about David's son and Lord deepen our understanding of His divine and human nature?

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