Matthew 9:9-17 - The Challenge of Jesus

Matthew 9:9-17 - The Challenge of Jesus

1. If you were starting your own business, what qualities would you look for in prospective employees?

2. What did Jesus tell Matthew to do? (9:9)

3. Where did Jesus and Matthew go? Why? (9:10)

4. What did the Pharisees think of Jesus' attendance at Matthew's social function? (9:11)

5. What was Jesus' response to the Pharisees? (9:12)

6. What did Jesus tell His listeners they needed to learn? (9:13)

7. What did John's disciples want to know? (9:14)


8. Using an illustration from the world of wine making, Jesus talked about the need to do what? (9:17)

9. In what ways are you guilty of being legalistic?

10. What do you think people would say if you associated with a "wild crowd" in order to be a witness for Christ?

11. What will happen if we never reach out to those outside the church?


12. Why is it wrong for us to measure our performance as Christians by a list of dos and don'ts?

13. How can you cultivate a relationship with a non-Christian friend this week?