The Gospels Set 12 Study Resources
Companion study notes, commentary, and next-step resources for this set of readings from The Gospels Discipleship Journal.
This Set’s Big Idea
Jesus reveals that He is the Christ, the glorious Son of God, and the suffering Savior who calls His followers to humble faith, forgiveness, and cross-shaped discipleship.
As you read, watch how Jesus moves from Peter’s confession to the cross, from the mountain of glory to lessons on humility, faith, mercy, restoration, and forgiveness.
These notes correspond with Set 12 readings in The Gospels Discipleship Journal. First, use MTSM’s Pray, Read, Ask, and Pray method to study the passage devotionally. After you finish, use these notes to deepen your understanding if you’d like.
This set marks a major turning point in the Gospels. Peter confesses that Jesus is the Christ, Jesus begins speaking plainly about His suffering and resurrection, and the transfiguration gives a glimpse of His glory. As you read Matthew 16–18 and Mark 9, pay attention to how Jesus teaches His disciples what true greatness, faith, humility, restoration, and forgiveness look like in His kingdom.
👉 Continue where you are in this set’s reading journey.
📖 Don’t rush—take time to reflect, write, and pray through what you’re reading in this set.
Start with 🟦 Foundations Commentary.
If a passage raises questions or you want to go deeper, move to 🟩 Leader or 🟪 Deep Roots.
You do not need to read every (or any) commentary level to benefit from The Gospels.
Matthew 16:13-28
Matthew 17:1-13
Mark 9:14-32
Matthew 17:24-18:10
- 🟦 Matthew 17:1-27 – The King Reveals His Glory
- 🟦 Matthew 18:1-35 – The King’s Instructions for Kingdom Relationships
Matthew 18:12-35
Your Next Step
Using The Gospels Journal in a Group Setting?
Continue the conversation with The Gospels Set 12 Discussion & Heart Check Questions. Explore what it means to confess Jesus as the Christ, follow Him with humble faith, extend forgiveness to others, and embrace the kind of discipleship that puts God’s kingdom before personal ambition.
If you are not using The Gospels Journal in a group setting, you can still use the Discussion and Heart Check Questions for personal reflection and application.
Perfect for: small groups, discipleship groups, families, Sunday School classes, one-on-one discipleship relationships, and personal reflection.
Keep Walking with Jesus
Remember, you’re not just reading Scripture—you’re learning to walk with Jesus. Stay consistent this week. Read slowly, reflect honestly, pray intentionally, and come back for the next step in the journey.
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