The Death of Jesus Christ (Matthew 27:32 – 44; Mark 15:21 – 32; Luke 23:26 – 43; John 19:17 – 27)

Scripture Text:

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Matthew 27:45 – 56

Mark 15:33 – 41

Luke 23:44 – 49

John 19:28 – 37

Questions:

1. Whose death (family, friend, national/public figure) has affected you most? Why?

2. Why did darkness cover the land from about noon until 3 PM?

• There was probably an eclipse.
• The forces of evil were at the height of their power.
• God was dealing with the darkness of sin.
• God was so upset He didn’t want anyone to see these events.
• God was mad at the world.

3. What is so significant about the temple curtain (which shielded the Most Holy Place) being torn in two?

• The barrier between God and us was removed.
• Everyone can approach God directly now.
• There’s no more need for mystery.
• There’s no more need for blood sacrifices.
• Fellowship between God and people has been restored.

4. What do you think the Roman centurion in charge of the crucifixion, who gave God praise, did the next day?

• tried to forget all about this
• figured he had let his fears and emotions get the best of him
• searched out Jesus’ followers to find out more about Jesus
• asked God to forgive him for his role in Jesus’ death

5. What caused those witnessing the crucifixion (other than Jesus’ followers) to leave the cross beating their breasts?

• awe at the day’s events
• guilt for their earlier mocking
• grief for Jesus’ death
• fear for their own future

6. Do you see Jesus’ crucifixion as a tragedy or a victory? How does the story of His death make you feel?

7. When did you come to realize that Jesus died for you?

8. How would you describe the way Jesus’ death has impacted your lifestyle and value system?

• a little bit
• a whole lot
• not as much as it should
• a lot more than it used to
• I’m not sure.

9. What kind of man does the story of Jesus’ death show Him to be?

• a real man
• a righteous man
• no ordinary man
• a defeated man
•  a triumphant man

10. What curtain do you fee still separates you from God? How does Jesus’ death relate to that?

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