1. What is the meaning of Matthew 23:21?

2. How does Matthew 23:21 emphasize the importance of honoring God's presence in worship?

3. What does "swears by the temple" teach about reverence for God's dwelling?

4. How does Matthew 23:21 connect with Exodus 20:7 on taking oaths seriously?

5. How can we ensure our commitments reflect the holiness of God's temple today?

6. What practical steps can we take to honor God's presence in our lives?

7. How does Matthew 23:21 challenge the authority of religious leaders today?

8. What does Matthew 23:21 reveal about the relationship between the temple and God?

9. How does Matthew 23:21 address the issue of religious hypocrisy?

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

11. What does 'Your house will be left desolate' mean?

12. Ezekiel 44's temple regulations appear highly specific, yet no archaeological site conclusively matches this description--could this be evidence the prophecy was purely symbolic or never fulfilled?

13. Should we swear oaths? (Leviticus 19:12 vs. Matthew 5:34)

14. What was the relationship between Israel and the Philistines?1. How does understanding the sacredness of the Temple in Jesus' time influence our view of places of worship today?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our speech reflects integrity and truthfulness, as taught by Jesus in Matthew 23:21 and related passages?

3. How can we guard against hypocrisy in our own lives, especially in our religious practices?

4. What does it mean for God to dwell among His people today, and how should this impact our daily lives?

5. How can we balance respect for spiritual leaders with the need to discern their teachings against the truth of Scripture?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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