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The Cross
First Principles
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What was the outcome of Jesus' trial before the Sanhedrin in Matthew 26:57-68? | Jesus was falsely accused and condemned for blasphemy because He claimed to be the Son of God. |
| Memory Verse, Luke 19:10 | "For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost." |
| Memory verse, Matthew 28:18-20 | Thn J cme to thm & sd All athrity in hven & on erth hs been givn to me Thrfor go & make dscpls of all ntions baptzng thm in th nm of th F & of th S & of th H S & tching thm to oby evrything I hve cmmnded u & surly I am wth u alwys to th vry nd of th age |
| What are the two recommended films to watch for deeper reflection on Jesus' crucifixion and sacrifice? | The Passion of the Christ (Gibson) and The Cross (KNN Productions). |
| Where does Jesus stand trial before Pilate? | Matthew 27:11-26 |
| What event is described in Matthew 26:36-46? | Jesus' prayer and agony in Gethsemane. |
| What did Judas do in Matthew 27:1-10 after betraying Jesus? | Judas returned the silver and then hanged himself. |
| What is the consequence of sin according to Isaiah 59:1-2? | Sin separates us from God. |
| According to Matthew 27:46, what happened to Jesus on the cross in relation to God, and why? | Jesus was separated from God because of our sins. |
| How does Isaiah 53:4-6 become more personal during this study? | You are encouraged to substitute your name into the passage to understand Jesus’ personal sacrifice for you. |
| Where in Matthew is the arrest of Jesus found? | Matthew 26:47-56 |
| What happens in Matthew 26:57-68? | Jesus is brought before the Sanhedrin and is falsely accused. |
| In which passage does Peter disown Jesus, and how many times? | Matthew 26:69-75, three times. |
| What significant event is recorded in Matthew 28:1-10? | The resurrection of Jesus. |
| Who buried Jesus, and where was He buried in Matthew 27:57-61? | Joseph of Arimathea buried Jesus in his own new tomb. |
| What supernatural occurrences happened at the death of Jesus in Matthew 27:45-56? | Darkness covered the land, the temple curtain was torn, and there was an earthquake. Many people realized Jesus was the Son of God. |
| How does Isaiah 53:4-6 describe Jesus' role in relation to our sins? | Jesus bore our griefs and carried our sorrows; He was pierced for our transgressions and crushed for our iniquities. |
| According to the medical account, why was the crucifixion of Jesus physically agonizing? | The crucifixion caused immense pain due to the nails, the weight of the body pulling down, and the difficulty breathing as He hung on the cross. |
| What occurred in Matthew 27:27-31? | The soldiers mock and torture Jesus. |
| What did the women discover when they went to Jesus' tomb in Matthew 28:1-10? | They found the stone rolled away and were told by an angel that Jesus had risen. |
| What is the significance of Matthew 27:1-10 in the Passion Account? | It describes Judas hanging himself after betraying Jesus. |
| In which passage does Jesus predict Peter’s denial? | Matthew 26:31-35 |
| How many times did Peter deny Jesus, and how did he react afterward (Matthew 26:69-75)? | Peter denied Jesus three times and wept bitterly after realizing what he had done. |
| What was done to secure the tomb of Jesus according to Matthew 27:62-66? | A guard was placed at the tomb and the stone was sealed. |
| What happens in Matthew 26:47-56 when Jesus is arrested? | Judas betrayed Jesus with a kiss, and the disciples fled as Jesus was arrested. |
| What does Romans 3:23 say about humanity's condition? | Romans 3:23 states that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. |
| In Matthew 27:62-66, why was a guard placed at Jesus' tomb? | The religious leaders were concerned that Jesus’ disciples would steal His body and claim He had risen, so Pilate posted a guard. |
| In which passage is the death of Jesus described, and what significant event happens as He dies? | Matthew 27:45-56; the temple curtain is torn in two. |
| What significant event happened in Matthew 27:32-44? | Jesus is crucified between two criminals. |
| What choice did Pilate give the crowd in Matthew 27:11-26, and what did they choose? | Pilate offered to release Jesus or Barabbas, and the crowd chose to release Barabbas and crucify Jesus. |
| Where did Jesus pray in Matthew 26:36-46, and what was His prayer about? | Jesus prayed in Gethsemane, asking God if it was possible to take the cup of suffering from Him, yet surrendering to God's will. |
| Why is Jesus' crucifixion considered unique according to the study notes? | Jesus' crucifixion is unique because He died in our place, taking the punishment for our sins. |