1. What is the meaning of Matthew 15:1?

2. How does Matthew 15:1 challenge us to prioritize God's commands over traditions?

3. What traditions today might conflict with God's Word as in Matthew 15:1?

4. How can we discern between human traditions and God's commandments in our lives?

5. How does Matthew 15:1 relate to Colossians 2:8 on human traditions?

6. How can we ensure our worship aligns with God's Word, not human traditions?

7. Why do the Pharisees challenge Jesus about tradition in Matthew 15:1?

8. How does Matthew 15:1 reflect the conflict between tradition and scripture?

9. What historical context explains the Pharisees' question in Matthew 15:1?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 15?

11. Is Jesus contradicting established Jewish laws by declaring that eating with unwashed hands does not defile a person (Matthew 15:1–11)?

12. What events marked Jesus' third year of ministry?

13. What defines being a child of hell?

14. Why do different Gospels portray Jesus’ attitude toward the Law inconsistently?1. What are some traditions in your life or church that might be prioritized over God's commandments? How can you realign them with Scripture?

2. How does the confrontation between Jesus and the Pharisees challenge your understanding of religious practices?

3. In what ways can you ensure that your worship is heartfelt and not just a ritual?

4. How can you apply the principle of Scripture being the ultimate authority in your daily decision-making?

5. Reflect on a time when you encountered legalism. How did you respond, and what did you learn from that experience in light of Jesus' teachings?1. How does Jesus' confrontation with the Pharisees challenge your understanding of tradition and commandments?

2. What does the story of the Canaanite woman teach you about persistence and faith?

3. How does Jesus' miracle of feeding the four thousand resonate with your understanding of God's provision?

4. In what ways can you identify with the Canaanite woman in her desperation and faith?

5. How does Jesus' explanation of true defilement challenge your understanding of sin and purity?

6. Why do you think Jesus initially did not respond to the Canaanite woman's plea?

7. What practical steps can you take to ensure that you value God's commandments above human traditions?

8. How does Jesus' interaction with the Canaanite woman shape your understanding of His character?

9. What can you learn from the crowd's response to Jesus' healings and miracles?

10. How can Jesus' compassion towards the multitude inspire you to show compassion in your community?

11. How do the Pharisees' accusation and Jesus' response affect your understanding of hypocrisy in religious practice?

12. How does the Canaanite woman's faith challenge or encourage your personal faith journey?

13. How can the story of Jesus feeding the multitude inspire you in times of scarcity or need?

14. How does this chapter shape your understanding of Jesus' mission and authority?

15. How can you apply the lesson of true defilement in your day-to-day life?

16. What does the faith of the Canaanite woman teach about the inclusiveness of God's grace?

17. How does the crowd's praise after witnessing Jesus' miracles challenge your response to God's work in your life?

18. Why is it important to understand the difference between human tradition and God's commandments as seen in this chapter?

19. In what areas of your life do you need to show faith like the Canaanite woman?

20. How can you be a conduit of Jesus' compassion in your interactions with others?

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