Study questions - Jesus, the obedient Son

1. What emotion does the word ‘obedience’ evoke?
(Rebellion/fear/security)

2. What areas of obedience do you think the temptations of Jesus raise? Refer to Matthew 4: 1 – 11

3. To what degree does relationship with God affect your Christian living?

4. Hebrews 5:8 is a key text. How is it helpful to your thinking about obedience?

5. Discuss the statement: The Kingdom of God is more about ‘rule’ than ‘rules’. Is this distinction helpful? Why?

6. If baptism is a ‘beginning’ for Jesus' ministry, reflect on baptism in your Christian experience.