2025 Study of Matthew’s Gospel

THE WAY OF THE MESSIAH, THE WAY OF THE DISCIPLE

Matthew 16:21-28

1. What did Jesus begin to teach his disciples about the way of the Messiah (21)? Why did Jesus sharply rebuke Peter, calling him a “stumbling block” (22-23)? What does Jesus mean when he says that anyone who wants to be his disciple must “deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow” him (24)? What does Jesus’ teaching reveal about the true value of life (25-28)?
2. What is your personal confession of faith about who Jesus is? What does following Jesus practically look like for you right now?