Matthew 26:15
and asked, "What are you willing to give me if I hand Him over to you?" And they set out for him thirty pieces of silver.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 26:15?

2. How does Matthew 26:15 illustrate the dangers of greed and betrayal?

3. What can we learn about Judas' motivations from "thirty pieces of silver"?

4. How does Exodus 21:32 connect with the price Judas received for Jesus?

5. How can we guard our hearts against valuing money over faithfulness to Christ?

6. In what ways can we ensure our loyalty to Jesus in challenging situations?

7. Why did Judas betray Jesus for thirty pieces of silver in Matthew 26:15?

8. What is the significance of the thirty pieces of silver in Matthew 26:15?

9. How does Matthew 26:15 reflect on human greed and betrayal?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 26?

11. Who will betray me as foretold in scripture?

12. Who will betray me as foretold in scripture?

13. What motivated Judas to betray Jesus?

14. What is the Bible's stance on greed?
Discussion Questions
1. What motivated Judas to betray Jesus, and how can we guard our hearts against similar temptations?

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

3. In what ways might we undervalue our relationship with Christ in our daily lives, and how can we correct this?

4. How does understanding the role of free will in Judas's actions impact your view of God's sovereignty and human responsibility?

5. Reflect on a time when you have experienced betrayal or have betrayed someone else. How can the themes of repentance and forgiveness in this passage guide your response?1. How does the plot to kill Jesus highlight the tension between His Kingdom and the world?

2. What significance do you see in the woman's act of anointing Jesus?

3. How do you interpret Judas' decision to betray Jesus? What motivations might have driven him?

4. How does the Last Supper establish the foundation for the Christian practice of Communion?

5. What can we learn from Jesus' prediction of Peter's denial and Peter's reaction?

6. What insights does Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane offer about dealing with personal agony and surrendering to God's will?

7. How does the arrest of Jesus challenge our understanding of power and Kingdom values?

8. How can we apply the lessons from Jesus' trial before Caiaphas in the face of false accusations or injustices?

9. What does Peter's denial teach us about fear, failure, and grace?

10. How does Matthew 26 inspire you to stay faithful in times of personal trials?

11. How would you relate to Peter's denial in your personal faith journey?

12. What can you learn from Jesus' response to Judas' betrayal, and how can it guide you when dealing with personal betrayals?

13. How does Jesus' time in Gethsemane inform your understanding of prayer in difficult times?

14. What does the woman's anointing of Jesus teach us about worship and devotion?

15. How can you draw strength from Jesus' response to His impending crucifixion?

16. What steps can you take to prevent denial or betrayal of your faith in difficult times?

17. How does Jesus' healing of the servant's ear inform your understanding of forgiveness?

18. How does the prediction of Peter's denial resonate with your own experiences of failure and restoration?

19. How can the events of Matthew 26 increase your understanding of the depth of Jesus' love and sacrifice?

20. How can Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane guide your own prayers when facing trials and decisions?

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