Key Scripture Readings: Matthew 8-9

Fast Facts

  • Matthew 8-9 contains eleven specific miracles performed by Jesus!
  • Jesus heals a man with leprosy (Matthew 8:1-4).
  • He heals a paralyzed servant (Matthew 8:5-13).
  • He heals Peter’s mother-in-law of a severe fever (Matthew 8:14-15).
  • He cast demons out of those possessed (Matthew 8:16-17).
  • He calms a terrible storm with just a few words (Matthew 8:18-27).
  • He delivers a demon-possessed man in the country of the Gadarenes (Matthew 8:28-34).
  • He makes whole a paralytic brought to Him in His home (Matthew 9:1-8).
  • He raises a little girl from the dead (Matthew 9:18-19, 23-26).
  • He heals a woman who had been sick for twelve years (Matthew 9:20-22).
  • He gives sight to the blind (Matthew 9:27-31).
  • His ability to casts out demons couldn’t even be denied by His enemies (Matthew 9:32-34).

Study Questions

  1. Of the miracles records in these two chapters, which one stands out to you the most? Why?
  2. How many of the miracles were tied to the faith of the afflicted?
  3. How many of the miracles were not tied to the faith of the afflicted?
  4. What is unique about the miracle performed in Matthew 8:5-13?
  5. Who did the enemies of Jesus attribute His ability to cast out demons? What can learn about Jesus from their accusation?