Matthew 24:1-22
Key Verse: 24:14
1. How was Jesus’ view of the temple different from that of the disciples? Why did the destruction of the temple signify the end of the age to the disciples? What did the disciples mean by “the end of the age”?
2. Why did Jesus tell his disciples to watch out for deception? How should we view troubling events that make us afraid? (6-8)
3. How can we respond to persecution because of Jesus’ name? What is Jesus’ promise? (13)
4. How will God’s purpose in the world be accomplished despite persecution? (14)
5. What is the meaning of the abomination that causes desolation? (cf. Daniel 9:26-27) How does God continue to exercise his sovereignty and show his love for his people?