Matthew 26:74
At that he began to curse and swear to them, "I do not know the man!" And immediately a rooster crowed.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 26:74?

2. How does Peter's denial in Matthew 26:74 challenge your faithfulness to Christ?

3. What does Peter's reaction teach about the power of fear and pressure?

4. How can Matthew 26:74 inspire you to stand firm in your beliefs today?

5. Compare Peter's denial with other biblical figures who faced fear. What can we learn?

6. How can you prepare spiritually to avoid denying Christ in difficult situations?

7. Why did Peter deny Jesus in Matthew 26:74 despite his earlier promises of loyalty?

8. How does Peter's denial in Matthew 26:74 reflect human weakness and fear?

9. What does Matthew 26:74 teach about the nature of repentance and forgiveness?

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

11. Did Peter deny Jesus before the rooster crowed?

12. Mark 14:72 – Why does Mark describe the rooster crowing twice, while other Gospels only mention it crowing once, and does this discrepancy weaken the account’s credibility?

13. What does "Same Mouth Blessing and Cursing" mean?

14. How many times did the rooster crow before Peter denied Jesus? (Matthew 26:34 vs. Mark 14:30)
Discussion Questions
1. How does Peter's denial in Matthew 26:74 reflect the human tendency to succumb to fear and pressure? Can you identify a time in your life when you faced a similar challenge?

2. In what ways does the fulfillment of Jesus' prophecy about Peter's denial strengthen your faith in the reliability of Scripture?

3. How can Peter's journey from denial to restoration encourage you in your own walk with Christ, especially after personal failures?

4. What practical steps can you take to ensure that you remain steadfast in your faith when faced with social pressure or fear?

5. How does the account of Peter's denial and subsequent restoration connect with other biblical themes of repentance and forgiveness? Can you think of other biblical figures who experienced similar journeys?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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