Monday, February 11, 2013--Matthew 21

Monday February 11th

 

Monday February 11^th- Matthew 21

21:1-11

 

Jesus enters Jerusalem in a very lowly way. Why do you think He chose such an entrance, when He deserved the glory of a king?

 

21:12-17

 

Why were the chief priests and teachers angry when Jesus did these things? What was Jesus saying by His actions?

 

21:18-22

 

In cursing the fig tree, Jesus is teaching a lesson about not bearing fruit. What is the fruit that God requires of us?

 

What do Jesus’ words say about the power of prayer?

 

21:23-27

 

What is Jesus’ point in asking this question? Is He trying to trap the Pharisees, or teach them something?

 

21:28-32

 

This is a very clear condemnation of the Pharisees and their behavior. Think back to John and his message. What was their reaction to John? Has their reaction changed, now that Jesus is the main figure?

 

21:33-46

 

Identify the people in this parable. Who is the Son, and who are the tenants?

 

Jesus says clearly that the kingdom of God will be taken away from the Jews and given to someone else. Why is this happening? To whom is it given?