Matthew 9:3
On seeing this, some of the scribes said to themselves, "This man is blaspheming!"
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 9:3?

2. How does Matthew 9:3 challenge our understanding of Jesus' authority to forgive sins?

3. What does Matthew 9:3 reveal about the scribes' perception of Jesus' identity?

4. How can we guard against skepticism like the scribes in Matthew 9:3?

5. In what ways does Matthew 9:3 connect to Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah?

6. How should Matthew 9:3 influence our response to Jesus' divine authority today?

7. Why did the scribes accuse Jesus of blasphemy in Matthew 9:3?

8. How does Matthew 9:3 challenge the authority of religious leaders?

9. What does Matthew 9:3 reveal about Jesus' identity and authority?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 9?

11. Didn't Jesus never actually claim to be God?

12. What does it mean to be pharisaical?

13. What is the Bible's stance on purgatory?

14. What does it mean to commit blasphemy?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jesus' authority to forgive sins in Matthew 9:3 challenge our understanding of His identity and mission?

2. In what ways can we guard against the skepticism and unbelief demonstrated by the scribes in our own spiritual journey?

3. How does the connection between faith and forgiveness in this passage encourage us in our personal walk with Christ?

4. What practical steps can we take to ensure our hearts are open and receptive to Jesus' teachings and authority?

5. How can we effectively witness to those who are skeptical of the Christian faith, using Jesus' example in this passage?1. How does the healing of the paralytic demonstrate Jesus' authority over both physical ailment and sin?

2. What does Jesus' call of Matthew reveal about His mission and the types of people He seeks?

3. How do you understand Jesus' teaching on fasting and the metaphors He uses?

4. What does the healing of the bleeding woman teach about faith and determination?

5. How can the resurrection of Jairus' daughter inspire hope in seemingly hopeless situations?

6. What do the healings of the blind and mute men teach about faith and Jesus' power over physical and spiritual afflictions?

7. What insights can you draw from Jesus' compassion for the crowd?

8. How do you interpret Jesus' call for laborers for the harvest? How can you respond to this call?

9. How does Jesus' interaction with the Pharisees challenge traditional religious practices?

10. How does the faith of the friends of the paralytic inspire your faith actions for others?

11. How can Jesus' compassion for the spiritually lost affect your approach to evangelism?

12. How does the miracle of raising Jairus' daughter from the dead reinforce your faith in Jesus' power over death?

13. What do the various healing miracles teach you about the different ways Jesus responds to faith?

14. How does Matthew's response to Jesus' call to follow Him challenge you in your discipleship journey?

15. How can you apply Jesus' teaching about new wine in old wineskins in your spiritual life?

16. What lessons can you learn from the faith of the woman with the issue of blood?

17. How does Jesus' compassion towards the harassed and helpless crowds influence your view of His character?

18. How does the chapter's ending, with Jesus' call for workers in the harvest, apply to your life?

19. What implications does Jesus' authority to forgive sins have on your understanding of Him as the Messiah?

20. How does Jesus' mission to call not the righteous, but sinners, reflect on His grace and mercy?

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