Do we see ourselves as “first”, “last”, neither, or both? Why? What are the implications of this understanding?

Who will take their places at the feast in the kingdom of God?  How may this differ from what is expected by the Jews?

Why was the man surprised that the door to God’s kingdom had been closed on him?

Jesus said, “Make every effort to enter through the narrow door.” Was Jesus speaking of salvation as that for which one should strive to enter into? Why or why not?

Someone asked Jesus, “Lord, are only a few people going to be saved?” What do we mean, if we ask this same question today?

What does this passage say about Jesus’ return?

What does it mean that “who has been given much, much will be demanded”?

What will the unfaithful servant receive when the master returns?

What reward is waiting for the servants that are faithful and wise while they are waiting for the master to return?

Why must those who serve Jesus be ready at any hour and what does “being ready” entail?