1. What is the meaning of Matthew 23:34?

2. How does Matthew 23:34 illustrate the rejection of God's messengers historically?

3. What role do prophets, wise men, and teachers play in Matthew 23:34?

4. How can we recognize and support modern-day "prophets" and "wise men" today?

5. How does Matthew 23:34 connect with the persecution of early Christians in Acts?

6. What steps can we take to avoid rejecting God's messengers in our lives?

7. Why does Matthew 23:34 mention sending prophets, wise men, and scribes?

8. How does Matthew 23:34 relate to the persecution of early Christians?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in Matthew 23:34?

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

11. Why do Matthew and Luke give different accounts of Jesus' birth (e.g., one has shepherds, the other has wise men)?

12. Is saving a life more important than religious laws?

13. What guidance does the Bible offer on finding a job?

14. How does a hen gather her chicks?1. How does understanding the historical context of persecution in the early church help us relate to the challenges faced by Christians today?

2. In what ways can we identify modern-day "prophets, wise men, and teachers" in our lives, and how should we respond to their messages?

3. How can we prepare ourselves spiritually and emotionally to face opposition for our faith, as Jesus predicted?

4. What are some practical ways we can support and encourage those who are persecuted for their faith around the world?

5. How does the promise of God's faithfulness and ultimate justice provide comfort and motivation for us to persevere in our Christian walk?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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