Matthew 27:35
When they had crucified Him, they divided up His garments by casting lots.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 27:35?

2. How does Matthew 27:35 fulfill Old Testament prophecy about Jesus' crucifixion?

3. What does the casting of lots for Jesus' garments signify about His suffering?

4. How can we find comfort in Jesus' sacrifice as described in Matthew 27:35?

5. How does Matthew 27:35 deepen our understanding of Jesus' role as the Messiah?

6. How should Jesus' crucifixion in Matthew 27:35 influence our daily walk with God?

7. Why did the soldiers cast lots for Jesus' garments in Matthew 27:35?

8. How does Matthew 27:35 fulfill Old Testament prophecy?

9. What is the significance of dividing Jesus' clothes in Matthew 27:35?

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

11. What does casting lots mean in the Bible?

12. What events transpired during the crucifixion of Jesus?

13. If Christians reject other religious texts as unreliable, why should non-Christians accept the Bible?

14. Was this truly the Son of God?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the fulfillment of prophecy in Matthew 27:35 strengthen your faith in the reliability of Scripture?

2. In what ways can we guard against becoming indifferent to the significance of Jesus' sacrifice, as the soldiers were?

3. How does understanding God's sovereignty in the events of the crucifixion help you trust Him in your own life circumstances?

4. What practical steps can you take to ensure that you are valuing Christ's sacrifice in your daily life?

5. How can you be a more effective witness to the message of the Gospel in a world that often seems indifferent or hostile to it?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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