SECTION 6
Jesus’ Final Ministry
“Your king is coming to you.”—Matthew 21:5
IN THIS SECTION
CHAPTER 101
A Meal at Simon’s House in Bethany
Mary, the sister of Lazarus, does something that stirs controversy, but Jesus defends her.
CHAPTER 103
The Temple Cleansed Again
The merchants in Jerusalem seem to be conducting legitimate business, so why does Jesus call them robbers?
CHAPTER 104
The Jews Hear God’s Voice—Will They Show Faith?
Is there a difference between putting faith in Jesus and acting on that faith?
CHAPTER 105
A Fig Tree Is Used to Teach a Lesson About Faith
Jesus teaches his disciples about the power of faith and explains the reason why God is rejecting the nation of Israel.
CHAPTER 106
Two Illustrations About Vineyards
Find out the meaning of the parables of the man who asked his sons to work in his vineyard and of the man who leased his vineyard to evil cultivators.
CHAPTER 108
Jesus Thwarts Attempts to Entrap Him
He silences first the Pharisees, then the Sadducees, and finally a coalition of his opposers.
CHAPTER 109
Denouncing Religious Opposers
Why does Jesus not show tolerance of religious differences?
CHAPTER 110
Jesus’ Final Day at the Temple
He uses the example of a poor widow to teach a powerful lesson.
CHAPTER 111
The Apostles Ask for a Sign
His prophecy had an initial fulfillment during the first century. Could it also have a later, larger fulfillment?
CHAPTER 112
A Lesson in Vigilance—The Virgins
Did Jesus teach that half of his disciples are foolish and the other half are discreet?
CHAPTER 113
A Lesson in Diligence—The Talents
Jesus’ parable explains his statement: “To everyone who has, more will be given.”
CHAPTER 114
Christ in Power Judges the Sheep and the Goats
Using a striking parable, Jesus explains the basis for everlasting judgment.
CHAPTER 115
Jesus’ Final Passover Approaches
Why is it significant that the religious leaders agree to pay Judas exactly 30 pieces of silver to betray Jesus?
CHAPTER 116
Teaching Humility at the Last Passover
He surprises the apostles by performing a slave’s task.
CHAPTER 117
The Lord’s Evening Meal
Jesus establishes a memorial that his followers are to hold each year on Nisan 14.
CHAPTER 118
A Dispute Over Greatness
The apostles have already forgotten the lesson that Jesus taught earlier the same evening.
CHAPTER 119
Jesus—The Way, the Truth, the Life
Jesus teaches a powerful truth about how to approach God.
CHAPTER 120
Bearing Fruit as Branches and Being Jesus’ Friends
In what way do Jesus’ disciples “bear fruit”?
CHAPTER 121
“Take Courage! I Have Conquered the World”
How can Jesus have conquered the world if the world executed him?
CHAPTER 122
Jesus’ Concluding Prayer in the Upper Room
He makes clear that he accomplished something far more important than bringing salvation to humans.
CHAPTER 123
Praying When Deeply Grieved
Why does Jesus pray: “Remove this cup from me”? Is he backing away from his role to die as a ransom?
CHAPTER 124
Christ Is Betrayed and Arrested
Judas is able to find Jesus even though it is in the middle of the night.
CHAPTER 126
Denials at the House of Caiaphas
How could Peter, a man of faith and devotion, so quickly turn his back on Jesus?
CHAPTER 127
Tried by the Sanhedrin, Then On to Pilate
The Jewish religious leaders reveal their true intentions.
CHAPTER 128
Found Innocent by Both Pilate and Herod
Why does Pilate send Jesus to Herod for judgment? Does Pilate not have the authority to judge Jesus?
CHAPTER 129
Pilate Proclaims: “Look! The Man!”
Even Pilate acknowledges the sterling qualities that Jesus displays.
CHAPTER 130
Jesus Is Handed Over and Led Away to Die
Why does Jesus tell the grieving women to weep for themselves and for their children rather than for him?
CHAPTER 131
An Innocent King Suffers on the Stake
Jesus makes a far-reaching promise to one of the criminals executed with him.
CHAPTER 132
“Certainly This Man Was God’s Son”
The miraculous daytime darkness, earthquake, and rending of the temple curtain all point to one conclusion.
CHAPTER 133
Jesus’ Body Is Prepared and Buried
Why is there such urgency to bury Jesus before sunset?
CHAPTER 134
An Empty Tomb, Because Jesus Is Alive!
After he is resurrected, Jesus first reveals himself to a female disciple rather than to his apostles.
CHAPTER 135
The Resurrected Jesus Appears to Many
How does Jesus prove to his disciples that he has been resurrected?
CHAPTER 136
On the Shore of the Sea of Galilee
Three times, Peter is reminded of how he can prove his love for Jesus.
CHAPTER 137
Hundreds See Him Prior to Pentecost
Between his resurrection and his ascension to heaven, Jesus repeatedly stresses to his disciples what they would receive and how they should use it.
CHAPTER 138
Christ at God’s Right Hand
What would Jesus do while awaiting the time to take action against his enemies?
CHAPTER 139
Jesus Brings Paradise and Finishes His Assignment
He still has much to do before he hands over the Kingdom to his God and Father.
