Weeping in Bethlehem (Study Guide)
“Weeping in Bethlehem” Sermon Study Guide for December 7, 2025 Downloadable Version Scripture: Matthew 2:16-18 1. Herod’s Story his tendency toward cruelty his fear time jump in Matthew 2 a threat to the throne Exodus 1:22 a flight to Egypt 2. Two Questions + 1 Observation Observation 1: John 16:33 Observation 2: A Troubling Question Matthew 14:22-33 Questions to Discuss or Ponder: Herod built monuments to himself. How do people today demonstrate that they are “important”? What, in your estimation, most causes fear in people today? How do people react when they are consumed with fear? How would you have responded as a neighbor or friend to a grieving mother in Bethlehem? Why do you think God always spoke to Joseph in dreams? Why do we want to believe that Christians shouldn’t have trouble? How does that affect our long-term relationship with God? Where have you seen “a little Herod” in your own life? in the lives of others? Be honest. What difference d...