1. What is the meaning of Matthew 23:2?

2. How can we respect authority while recognizing hypocrisy in Matthew 23:2's context?

3. What does Matthew 23:2 teach about the importance of practicing what we preach?

4. How does Matthew 23:2 connect with Romans 13:1 on respecting authorities?

5. How can we apply Matthew 23:2's message to our church leadership roles?

6. In what ways can Matthew 23:2 guide us in discerning true spiritual authority?

7. What does Matthew 23:2 reveal about the authority of religious leaders?

8. How does Matthew 23:2 challenge the concept of religious hypocrisy?

9. Why does Jesus mention the "seat of Moses" in Matthew 23:2?

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

11. (Matthew 23:2) Is there historical or archaeological evidence for the “seat of Moses” mentioned here?

12. What is the significance of Moses' Seat?

13. What is the significance of Moses' Seat?

14. What are the different sects of Judaism?1. What does "Moses' seat" symbolize, and how does it relate to the authority of religious leaders today?

2. How can we discern between genuine spiritual authority and hypocrisy in our leaders?

3. In what ways can we ensure that our own lives reflect the teachings of Jesus, avoiding the pitfalls of the scribes and Pharisees?

4. How does the concept of righteousness in Matthew 5:20 challenge our understanding of what it means to live a godly life?

5. What practical steps can we take to hold ourselves and our leaders accountable to the truth of Scripture, as seen in Romans 2:17-24?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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