📖 Bible Study Guide

Old Testament Prophecies Quoted by Jesus

“That the Scriptures might be fulfilled.”

(Matthew 26:56)

To God be all the Glory — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Hallelujah!

📌 Purpose of This Study

This study explores Old Testament prophetic Scriptures that Jesus Christ personally quoted or directly referenced during His earthly ministry. These passages reveal that Jesus was fully aware of His Messianic identity and mission, and that all Scripture testifies of Him (John 5:39).

This guide is organized in Old Testament order for clarity and biblical continuity.

📜 How to Use This Study

Read each Old Testament passage first Then read the New Testament verse where Jesus quotes or fulfills it Reflect prayerfully on the discussion questions Invite the Holy Spirit to illuminate God’s Word

📖 Study Sections

1. Genesis

Genesis 28:12 — Jacob’s Ladder

Jesus References: John 1:51

“You will see heaven open, and the angels of God ascending and descending on the Son of Man.”

Key Truth:

Jesus reveals Himself as the true connection between heaven and earth.

Reflection:

What does it mean for Jesus to be the bridge between God and humanity?

2. Exodus

Exodus 3:6 — God of the Living

Jesus Quotes: Matthew 22:31–32

Key Truth:

God is the God of the living, affirming resurrection and eternal life.

Reflection:

How does this change our understanding of death and eternity?

3. Deuteronomy (Jesus and the Wilderness)

Deuteronomy 8:3

Quoted: Matthew 4:4

Deuteronomy 6:16

Quoted: Matthew 4:7

Deuteronomy 6:13

Quoted: Matthew 4:10

Key Truth:

Jesus defeats temptation by the Word of God, fulfilling Israel’s calling in obedience.

Reflection:

How does Jesus model spiritual victory for believers today?

4. Psalms — The Suffering and Reigning Messiah

Psalm 22:1

Quoted: Matthew 27:46

Psalm 31:5

Quoted: Luke 23:46

Psalm 41:9

Referenced: John 13:18

Psalm 69:4

Referenced: John 15:25

Psalm 82:6

Quoted: John 10:34

Psalm 110:1

Quoted: Matthew 22:44

Psalm 118:22

Quoted: Matthew 21:42

Key Truth:

The Psalms prophetically reveal betrayal, suffering, crucifixion, resurrection, and kingship.

Reflection:

Why do you think God revealed so much of Christ’s suffering centuries in advance?

5. Isaiah — The Anointed Servant

Isaiah 6:9–10

Quoted: Matthew 13:14–15

Isaiah 29:13

Quoted: Matthew 15:7–9

Isaiah 35:5–6

Referenced: Matthew 11:4–5

Isaiah 42:1–4

Applied: Matthew 12:18–21

Isaiah 53

Referenced: Luke 22:37

Isaiah 61:1–2

Read and Declared Fulfilled: Luke 4:17–21

Key Truth:

Jesus openly declares Himself as the fulfilled Messiah.

Reflection:

What stands out most to you about Jesus’ mission in Isaiah?

6. Daniel — The Son of Man

Daniel 7:13–14

Quoted: Matthew 26:64

Key Truth:

Jesus identifies Himself as the divine Son of Man who will reign forever.

Reflection:

How does this declaration affect our understanding of Christ’s authority?

7. Hosea — Mercy Over Sacrifice

Hosea 6:6

Quoted: Matthew 9:13; 12:7

Key Truth:

God desires hearts transformed by mercy, not empty religion.

Reflection:

In what ways can believers live out mercy today?

8. Jonah — Death and Resurrection

Jonah 1:17

Quoted: Matthew 12:40

Key Truth:

Jonah’s three days foreshadow Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection.

Reflection:

Why is the resurrection central to our faith?

9. Malachi — The Forerunner

Malachi 3:1

Quoted: Matthew 11:10

Key Truth:

John the Baptist prepares the way for the coming Lord.

Reflection:

How can we prepare our hearts for Christ today?

✨ Key Themes That Emerge

Jesus fulfills Scripture intentionally Rejection precedes redemption Suffering leads to glory Mercy triumphs over ritual God’s plan spans all Scripture Christ is both Servant and King

🙏 Closing Prayer

Heavenly Father,

We thank You for Your Holy Word, inspired by the Spirit and fulfilled in Your Son, Jesus Christ. Open our eyes to see, our ears to hear, and our hearts to believe. May this study draw us closer to You and anchor our faith in the truth of Scripture. Let all honor, glory, and praise be Yours forever.

In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

📚 Scripture Sources

Genesis 28:12 Exodus 3:6 Deuteronomy 6:13, 6:16, 8:3 Psalms 22, 31, 41, 69, 82, 110, 118 Isaiah 6, 29, 35, 42, 53, 61 Daniel 7 Hosea 6 Jonah 1 Malachi 3 Gospel references from Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John