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Rejected by His Own
Rejected by His Own – Matthew 26:57-27:10
Notes:
- What claim did Jesus make in v65? Why did the Jewish authorities consider this blasphemy?
- In what ways are the Jewish authorities’ rejection of Jesus especially tragic and heinous?
- How does Jesus contrast with Peter in this passage?
- Why did Jesus endure this rejection? What does His rejection accomplish and teach us?
Other passages to consider:
Ps 110:1; Isa 50:6; Jer 19:1-13; Dan 7:12; Zech 11:4-17; Jn 1:10-12; 15:18-20; Acts 4:11-12; 1 Pet 2:22-23.
Failure of the Disciples vs Triumph of Christ
Failure of the Disciples vs Triumph of Christ – Matthew 26:17-35
Notes:
- What does this passage reveal about Christ’s sufferings and His obedience?
- How does this text remind us of Christ’s humanity? How was Jesus helped by praying to the Father?
- What contributed to the disciples’ failure? What lessons are there for us in our battle against sin?
- As you consider what Jesus went through to save us, what is your response?
Other passages to consider:
Isa 51:17; Jer 25:15, 17; Matt 6:9-13; 2 Cor 5:21; Eph 6:10-20; Heb 4:14-16; 5:7-9; 12:1-3; 1 Pet 2:24.
Powerfully Carrying Out God’s Plan
Powerfully Carrying Out God’s Plan – Matthew 26:17-35
Notes:
- How does Jesus demonstrate that He is sovereignly embracing and executing God’s plan?
- What significance did Jesus give to His death? How does Jesus display His authority in instituting the Lord’s Supper?
- How do you respond knowing that Jesus was not a victim, but rather willingly embraced the cross?
Other passages to consider:
Ex 12:1-28; 24:7-8; Ps 41:9; Isa 53; Jer 31:31-34; 1 Cor 5:7; 11:17-34; Heb 8-10.
Posture on the Death of Christ
Posture on the Death of Christ – Matthew 26:1-16
Notes:
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-How does Jesus demonstrate His sovereignty in this passage?
-In what ways do you demonstrate extravagant devotion to Christ?
-What is your posture on the death of Christ? What attitude & behavior is God calling you to concerning the cross of Christ?
Other passages to consider:
Mt 16:21; 17:22-23; 20:17-19; Jn 12:1-8; 1 Cor 1:18; Gal 6:14; Eph 2:16; Col 1:20; 2:13-15.