1 November
Kingdom Authority Challenged (Matthew 21:1–22:46)
Jesus enters Jerusalem as king, confronts corruption in the temple, and faces challenges from religious leaders. Through his actions, parables, and responses, he exposes misplaced authority and calls people to recognise and respond to God’s rightful rule. Note: study questions for the message are released on the church’s sermon page on the Monday after each sermon, and to find them, go here and scroll until you find the Sunday listed: https://wcc.org.au/podcasts/media/series.)
Comprehension Questions
- How do Jesus’ actions in Jerusalem demonstrate his authority as God’s king?
- Why do the religious leaders repeatedly question and challenge Jesus’ authority?
Going Deeper Questions
- Why can recognising Jesus’ authority become difficult when it challenges established expectations?
- Where are you most tempted to resist Jesus’ authority over your life?
Personal Application Questions
- What area of your life needs to come more fully under Jesus’ authority?
- How could you demonstrate allegiance to Jesus as king in daily life?
