The Gospel Of Matthew 8
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What Do You Say?Have the two hindrances to discipleship that the Lord Jesus discusses in Matthew 16:24-28 factored in your life? How have you dealt with them?
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The concept of clean and unclean in the Old Testament
- A.
Had to do with moral purity
- B.
Had to do with spiritual health
- C.
Was important for physical health
- D.
Was entirely a ceremonial matter
Correct Answer
D. Was entirely a ceremonial matterExplanation
First of all, the whole concept of clean and unclean goes back to the Old
Testament Scriptures. It had nothing to do with physical, moral, or spiritual
cleanness, but was entirely a ceremonial matter. If a person touched a dead
body, for instance, he was ceremonially unclean. Or, if he ate certain things,
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he contracted ceremonial defilement.Rate this question:
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Jesus accused the Pharisees and scribes of transgressing
- A.
The commandment of God
- B.
The tradition of the elders
- C.
The social standards of the day
- D.
The laws of the Roman government
Correct Answer
A. The commandment of GodExplanation
Thus, when the Pharisees criticized the disciples, it was
for their failure to observe these additional rules.
The Lord Jesus reminded His critics that what they were transgressing
was “the commandment of God,” not simply the tradition of the elders. Then
He went on to give an example of how they did thisRate this question:
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Jesus declared that what defiles us is
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Eating food not approved by God
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Our evil hearts that create evil thoughts, words, and actions
- C.
The people we associate with
- D.
The dreams we have
Correct Answer
B. Our evil hearts that create evil thoughts, words, and actionsExplanation
If food doesn’t defile, then what does? Jesus answered, “Those things
which proceed out of the mouth come from the heart, and they defile a
man.” Here “the heart” is not the organ that pumps the blood, but the evil,
corrupt source of human motives and desires. This part of man’s moral
nature manifests itself by impure thoughts, then by depraved words, then
by evil acts, of which the Lord lists some examples in verse 19.Rate this question:
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Because the Canaanite woman was a Gentile she
- A.
Expected Jesus to answer her request
- B.
Had no claim on the mercies of God
- C.
Had a right to the same privileges as the Jews
- D.
Understood the protocol of addressing God
Correct Answer
B. Had no claim on the mercies of GodExplanation
Through Israel’s disobedience, some had
survived the invasion of Canaan under Joshua, and this woman was a
descendant of the surviving remnant. As a Gentile, she did not enjoy the
privileges of God’s chosen earthly people. She was an alien, a stranger,
having no hope, and without God in the world (Eph. 2:12). As far as her
status was concerned, she had no claim on God or on His MessiahRate this question:
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The Canaanite woman
- A.
Humbly accepted Christ’s assessment and begged for mercy
- B.
Was incensed by the Lord’s reply and reviled Him
- C.
Was saddened by the Lord’s reply and turned away
- D.
Arrogantly refused Christ’s assessment and defended her position
Correct Answer
A. Humbly accepted Christ’s assessment and begged for mercyExplanation
Her reply was magnificent. She agreed with His description completely.
Taking the place of an unworthy Gentile, she cast herself on His mercy,
compassion, and grace. She said, in effect, “You are right! I am only a dog
under the table. You are feeding your chosen people at the tableRate this question:
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The “rock” on which Jesus said the church would be built is
- A.
Peter himself
- B.
The apostles
- C.
The prophets
- D.
Peter’s confession that Jesus is the Son of God
Correct Answer
D. Peter’s confession that Jesus is the Son of GodExplanation
If Peter is not the rock, then what is? From the context, the most obvious
answer is that the rock is Peter’s confession that Christ is the Son of the
living God. The church is founded on the truth that Christ is none other
than the Son of GodRate this question:
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To deny self means to
- A.
Live without everything you desire
- B.
Yield completely to God’s control
- C.
Live without the basic necessities of life
- D.
Remove yourself from contact with the world
Correct Answer
B. Yield completely to God’s controlExplanation
Now the Lord Jesus plainly states what is involved in being His
disciples; it means denial of self, cross bearing, and following Him. To
deny self is not the same as self-denial. It means to yield to His control so
completely that self has no rights whatever.Rate this question:
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Christ’s transfiguration was a ___________ of His kingdom of glory.
- A.
Fulfillment
- B.
Preview
- C.
Remembrance
- D.
Denial
Correct Answer
B. PreviewExplanation
The scene was a preview of what the Lord Jesus will be like when He
comes back to set up His kingdom. He will no longer appear as the sacrificial
Lamb but as the Lion of the tribe of Judah. No longer will His glory be
veiled in human flesh; all who see Him will recognize Him immediately
as God the SonRate this question:
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To have faith for moving mountains must be based on
- A.
A strong desire for something
- B.
A need that must be met
- C.
A command or promise of God
- D.
A lengthy time of self-denial
Correct Answer
C. A command or promise of GodExplanation
Of
course, it should be understood that true faith must be based upon some
command or promise of God. A Christian cannot expect to perform some
spectacular stunt in order to gratify a personal whim. That is not faith, but
presumption.Rate this question:
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Jesus paid the temple tax
- A.
So He wouldn’t create unnecessary offense
- B.
Because He was required to
- C.
To pacify the Pharisees
- D.
So He wouldn’t embarrass Peter
Correct Answer
A. So He wouldn’t create unnecessary offenseExplanation
For Him to
pay tribute for the support of this temple would be equivalent to paying
tribute to Himself. However, rather than cause unnecessary offense, the
Lord agreed to pay the tax.Rate this question:
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