Desecrating the Court of the Gentiles

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: November, 2025
Discussion Questions
  1. Why is the Court of the Gentiles significant in understanding Jesus' cleansing of the Temple?
  2. What does Jesus' use of Isaiah and Jeremiah teach us about God's desire for inclusive worship?
  3. How can modern churches ensure they are not repeating the mistakes of spiritual exclusion?
Sources
  • ChatGPT (OpenAI)
  • Craig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament, InterVarsity Press
  • R.T. France, The Gospel of Matthew, NICNT Series, Eerdmans Publishing
  • Leon Morris, The Gospel According to Matthew, Pillar Commentary Series
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