1. What is the meaning of Matthew 27:20?

2. How does Matthew 27:20 illustrate the influence of leaders on public opinion?

3. What can we learn about discernment from the crowd's decision in Matthew 27:20?

4. How does Matthew 27:20 connect with Proverbs' warnings about following the wicked?

5. How can we apply Matthew 27:20 to resist peer pressure today?

6. What role does prayer play in seeking truth, as seen in Matthew 27:20?

7. Why did the chief priests and elders persuade the crowd against Jesus in Matthew 27:20?

8. How does Matthew 27:20 reflect the theme of manipulation and influence in religious leadership?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in Matthew 27:20?

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

11. How do the events described in Mark 15 align with differing crucifixion accounts in the other Gospels?

12. What events transpired during the crucifixion of Jesus?

13. Who killed Jesus?

14. Why do the accounts of Judas' death in Matthew and Acts contradict each other?1. How did the chief priests and elders use their influence to sway the crowd, and what does this teach us about the responsibility of leadership?

2. In what ways can we guard against being swayed by the majority, as the crowd was in choosing Barabbas over Jesus?

3. How does the choice between Barabbas and Jesus reflect the choices we face in our own spiritual lives?

4. What Old Testament prophecies are fulfilled in the events of Matthew 27:20, and how do they affirm the sovereignty of God?

5. How can we apply the lesson of standing firm in truth, as Pilate failed to do, in our daily lives and decisions?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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