Bible Quiz — Matthew 16:17TAB

Questions in this quiz

1. According to Jesus, where did this understanding come from?

   From the Father in heavenFrom Simon's own reasoningFrom what other people had taughtFrom a sign everyone could see

2. What word of approval does Jesus use for Simon?

3. Put the ideas in the order they appear in the verse.

   Position–123Jesus gives a reply

   Position–123Simon is called blessed

   Position–123the source of the insight is named

4. Which ideas are explicitly in Jesus' words? Select all that apply.

   Jesus is responding directly to SimonSimon is described as blessedThe Father in heaven is named as the source of the insightSimon is told to prove himself through human wisdom

5. How does it affect you to hear Jesus name Simon blessed before pointing to the Father as the source?

6. What does it awaken in you to know that real understanding can be given by the Father rather than earned by human effort alone?

7. Which response best fits someone who recognizes that insight is given by God and not earned on their own?

   Thank God, stay teachable, and act on what he showsUse the insight to prove you are smarter than othersAssume the answer must come only from what people around you thinkKeep the insight private so it never changes how you live

8. Name one concrete situation this week where you will ask God for wisdom before relying on your own judgment, and say what you will do.

Reflection questions have no right answer — they count once you have written a response.