1. What is the meaning of Matthew 27:18?

2. How does Matthew 27:18 reveal the motives behind the leaders' actions?

3. What can we learn about envy from Matthew 27:18 for personal reflection?

4. How does Matthew 27:18 connect with the commandment against coveting in Exodus 20:17?

5. How can we guard against envy in our church and community relationships?

6. In what ways does envy hinder our relationship with God and others?

7. Why did Pilate recognize the chief priests' envy in Matthew 27:18?

8. How does envy influence religious leaders' decisions in Matthew 27:18?

9. What does Matthew 27:18 reveal about human nature and sin?

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

11. Did Peter deny knowing Jesus three times?

12. Did Judas kiss Jesus? Yes (Matthew 26:48-50) No. Judas could not get close enough to Jesus to kiss him (John 18:3-12)

13. Jesus saw a man sitat the tax collectors office and called him to be his disciple. What was his name? Matthew (Matthew 9:9) Levi (Mark 2:14; Luke 5:27)

14. 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?1. How does Pilate's recognition of the leaders' envy challenge us to be more discerning in our own lives?

2. In what ways can envy manifest in our personal relationships, and how can we address it biblically?

3. How does the account of Joseph and his brothers in Genesis 37 relate to the events of Matthew 27:18, and what lessons can we learn from both?

4. What steps can we take to ensure our motives are pure and aligned with God's will, especially in positions of leadership or influence?

5. How can we, as Christians, stand firm in truth and resist the influence of others when it contradicts our faith and values?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?

Matthew 27:18 NIV
Matthew 27:18 NLT
Matthew 27:18 ESV
Matthew 27:18 NASB
Matthew 27:18 KJV

Matthew 27:18 Commentaries

Bible Hub