Matthew 23:10
Nor are you to be called instructors, for you have one Instructor, the Christ.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 23:10?

2. How does Matthew 23:10 emphasize the role of Christ as our only leader?

3. What does "you have one Leader, the Christ" mean for church authority?

4. How can Matthew 23:10 guide us in discerning spiritual leadership today?

5. How does Matthew 23:10 connect with Ephesians 4:15 on Christ's headship?

6. How should Matthew 23:10 influence our daily submission to Christ's authority?

7. What does Matthew 23:10 mean by "you have one Teacher, the Christ"?

8. How does Matthew 23:10 challenge religious authority and hierarchy?

9. Why is Jesus emphasizing His role as the only Teacher in Matthew 23:10?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 23?

11. Why did Jesus instruct not to call anyone father?

12. What is the role of a guru in Hinduism?

13. What is the role of a guru in Hinduism?

14. Why does Jesus tell people not to call anyone "father" (Matthew 23:9), yet the Bible refers to Abraham as "our father" (Romans 4:16)?
Discussion Questions
1. How does recognizing Christ as our only Instructor influence the way we approach learning and teaching within the church?

2. In what ways can we practice humility in our daily lives, especially when given positions of authority or leadership?

3. How does the concept of servant leadership challenge the traditional views of leadership in society today?

4. What steps can we take to ensure that our actions align with our teachings, avoiding the hypocrisy that Jesus condemns?

5. How can understanding Christ as the head of the church help us foster unity and cooperation among different roles and gifts within the body of Christ?1. What does Jesus' criticism of the scribes and Pharisees teach us about religious hypocrisy?

2. How does Jesus redefine greatness in His admonition to the disciples?

3. What can we learn from the "Seven Woes" about the dangers of legalism and losing sight of faith's heart?

4. How does Jesus' lament over Jerusalem underscore God's love for His people, even when they reject Him?

5. What practical steps can we take to ensure our religious practices are not merely outward shows but sincere acts of faith?

6. How does Jesus' rebuke of the religious leaders affect your understanding of spiritual authority and leadership?

7. How can we balance adherence to religious rules with prioritizing justice, mercy, and faith?

8. In what ways does Jesus' criticism of those appearing righteous externally but are internally corrupt challenge us to cultivate inner righteousness?

9. How does Jesus' sorrow over Jerusalem's rejection impact your view of God's heart towards those who reject Him?

10. How do you respond to Jesus' assertion that the greatest must be a servant?

11. What steps can we take to avoid the pitfalls of religious hypocrisy outlined in the "Seven Woes"?

12. How does Jesus' desire to gather Jerusalem under His wings reflect His care for us today?

13. How can we live out Jesus' teaching of humility and servanthood in our daily interactions?

14. What changes can we make in our lives to prioritize justice, mercy, and faith as Jesus instructed?

15. How can we encourage an environment that fosters internal righteousness over external appearances?

16. How does Jesus' lament over Jerusalem affect our understanding of His love and longing for humanity's salvation?

17. How can we guard against misusing religious authority as the scribes and Pharisees did?

18. What does the sorrowful prophesy about Jerusalem tell us about the consequences of rejecting Jesus?

19. How can we actively strive to maintain the purity and sincerity of our faith in light of the "Seven Woes"?

20. How does Jesus' lament over Jerusalem influence our response to those around us who reject Him?

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