Question

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Jesus Anointed at Bethany

Matthew 26:1-16

Key Verse: 26:13

 

1. Read verse 1-5. What had Jesus been saying to his disciples? What did he now tell them? How was the Passover related to Jesus' crucifixion? How did the plot against Jesus develop? (3-5)

2. Read verses 6-9. What was the beautiful thing done to Jesus? Why do you think she did this? (Lk 7:47,50; Jn 12:1-7) What was the controversy that arose because of her action? Why?

3. Read verses 10-11. What did Jesus teach them? What was the beautiful thing to the eyes of Jesus? How was it different from the eyes of people?

4. Read verses 12-13. How is this act a reflection of Jesus' own pouring out of his life? What did Jesus teach about his world mission plan? How would this act become a part of gospel history?

5. Read verses 14-16. Who was Judas Iscariot? What was his motive in betraying Jesus? How was he different from her?

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Attachment

• Mt26_1-16q-revised.doc

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