Bible Quiz — Matthew 16:20TAB

Questions in this quiz

1. Who received Jesus' instruction in this verse?

   His disciplesThe crowdThe religious leadersHis family

2. What were the disciples told to do with that truth about Jesus?

3. How does the verse describe the way Jesus gave this instruction?

   He gave a firm, serious orderHe made a casual suggestionHe left them free to decideHe announced it to everyone himself

4. What truth about Jesus were the disciples not to tell others?

   That he is the MessiahThat he was only a prophetThat he was a healerThat he was a local teacher

5. True or False: In the formal reconstruction, the disciples are named before the command is unpacked.

   TrueFalse

6. Jesus told his disciples to hold back a true statement for a time. What feelings does that raise in you about obeying when restraint is required?

7. The Messiah is named here, but the disciples are told not to announce it. What does that say to you about trusting Jesus' timing for good news?

8. Which response best fits a disciple who knows Jesus is the Messiah but has been told to wait before speaking?

   Hold the message back until Jesus gives the wordTell a few trusted friends now, but keep it from everyone elseTreat silence as permanent and never speak about JesusSpeak whenever you think a message will help

9. Name one situation this week where you may need to practice restraint and wait before speaking.

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