Study Questions

Faith the size of a Mustard Seed

September 13, 2026

Matthew 13:31-32; 17:19-22

Study Questions

1.    Read Matthew 13:31-32. What is so significant about a mustard seed? 

2.    Jesus compared the Kingdom of God to a mustard seed? What does the maturity in growth from that seed have to do with the Kingdom? How have you seen this to be true in your life/lifetime?

3.    Read Matthew 17:19-22. What was Jesus teaching about genuine faith? 

4.    Why did Jesus rebuke the disciples about their little/ or lack of faith? Can you relate to them in any way in your faith journey following Jesus?

5.    What is the difference between trusting in our faith that God will accomplish what we believe and trusting faith that God will accomplish what He has purposed? See: Luke 1:52; Matthew 8:5-13; Joshua 3:12-17. Can you think of other examples that support Jesus’ teaching on mustard sized faith?

6.    How is the Lord Jesus calling you to exercise your faith in Him this week?