Matthew 27:10
and they gave them for the potter's field, as the Lord had commanded me."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 27:10?

2. How does Matthew 27:10 fulfill Old Testament prophecy about Judas' betrayal?

3. What does "price set by the sons of Israel" reveal about Jesus' value?

4. How can we discern God's sovereignty in events like those in Matthew 27:10?

5. How should understanding Judas' actions influence our daily decision-making and integrity?

6. What lessons from Matthew 27:10 can guide our stewardship of resources today?

7. What is the significance of the thirty pieces of silver in Matthew 27:10?

8. How does Matthew 27:10 fulfill Old Testament prophecy?

9. Why was the potter's field purchased with the betrayal money in Matthew 27:10?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 27?

11. Why does Matthew attribute a prophecy about thirty pieces of silver to Jeremiah when it actually comes from Zechariah?

12. Who bought the Potter's Field? (Matthew 27:7 vs. Acts 1:18)

13. In Matthew 27:9, the prophecy is attributed to Jeremiah, but it seems to quote Zechariah; is this a textual error?

14. What did Judas do with the blood money for betraying Jesus? He bought a field (Acts 1:18) and threw it into the temple; priests used it to buy a burial field (Matthew 27:5).
Discussion Questions
1. How does the fulfillment of prophecy in Matthew 27:10 strengthen your faith in the reliability of Scripture?

2. In what ways can the account of Judas's betrayal serve as a warning in your own life regarding the love of money and faithfulness to Christ?

3. How can understanding God's sovereignty in the events of Matthew 27:10 help you trust Him in difficult circumstances?

4. What steps can you take to ensure that your repentance is genuine and leads to transformation, unlike Judas's remorse?

5. How can you use your resources to serve God's purposes and care for those who are marginalized in your community?1. How does Judas' remorse and suicide impact your understanding of guilt and forgiveness?

2. What can we learn from Pilate's decision-making in the face of public pressure?

3. How does Jesus' silence during His trial inspire you to respond when unjustly accused?

4. What can you infer from the crowd's choice of Barabbas over Jesus?

5. How does the crucifixion narrative influence your understanding of Jesus' sacrifice?

6. In what ways does the scene at Golgotha contrast with Jesus' kingship?

7. How does the tearing of the temple curtain symbolize the relationship between God and humanity?

8. What significance do you find in the supernatural events following Jesus' death?

9. How does Joseph of Arimathea's act of providing a burial place for Jesus inspire you in terms of sacrifice and risk for your faith?

10. How do the actions of the chief priests and Pharisees to secure the tomb reflect their understanding or misunderstanding of Jesus?

11. How can you apply the lessons from Jesus' trial and crucifixion to your life in the face of suffering or persecution?

12. What does Judas' end teach you about the consequences of betrayal?

13. How does the public's participation in Jesus' crucifixion reflect societal dynamics you've witnessed?

14. What can you learn from the women who remained with Jesus till the end?

15. How does Matthew 27 alter your perception of victory and defeat?

16. In what ways does Jesus' burial by Joseph of Arimathea show respect and reverence?

17. How can the religious leaders' fear of Jesus' resurrection prophecy apply to situations in life where people act out of fear?

18. How can the darkness that fell over the land inspire you in your dark times?

19. What does Jesus' cry, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" teach about expressing distress and despair to God?

20. How does Jesus' journey from crucifixion to burial impact your understanding of the journey from suffering to redemption?

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