1. What is the meaning of Matthew 23:28?

2. How can we avoid being "outwardly righteous" but "inwardly full of hypocrisy"?

3. What steps can we take to align our inner and outer lives?

4. How does Matthew 23:28 relate to James 1:22 about being doers of the word?

5. In what ways can we examine our hearts for hidden sinfulness?

6. How can we encourage others to pursue genuine righteousness in their lives?

7. How does Matthew 23:28 challenge the authenticity of religious leaders' righteousness?

8. What historical context influenced Jesus' criticism in Matthew 23:28?

9. How does Matthew 23:28 relate to the theme of hypocrisy in the Bible?

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

11. Are you avoiding the behavior of hypocrites?

12. Are you avoiding the behavior of hypocrites?

13. What did Jesus mean by 'whitewashed tombs'?

14. What defines being a child of hell?1. How does Jesus' rebuke of the Pharisees in Matthew 23:28 challenge your understanding of righteousness?

2. In what ways can you identify with the Pharisees' struggle with hypocrisy, and how can you address these areas in your life?

3. How do the additional scriptures connected to Matthew 23:28 deepen your understanding of internal versus external righteousness?

4. What practical steps can you take to ensure that your faith is genuine and not just for show?

5. How can you encourage others in your community to pursue authentic faith and avoid the pitfalls of hypocrisy?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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