Matthew 23:37
O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling!
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 23:37?

2. How does Matthew 23:37 reveal Jesus' compassion for Jerusalem's people?

3. What does "gather your children together" teach about God's desire for His people?

4. How can we apply Jesus' lament in Matthew 23:37 to our community outreach?

5. What Old Testament passages echo the themes found in Matthew 23:37?

6. How does Matthew 23:37 challenge us to respond to God's protective love?

7. Why does Jesus lament over Jerusalem in Matthew 23:37?

8. How does Matthew 23:37 reflect Jesus' compassion and sorrow?

9. What historical context is essential to understanding Matthew 23:37?

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

11. How does a hen gather her chicks?

12. How does a hen gather her chicks?

13. Is there a concept of God as a Mother?

14. Why do many perish if God wills none to?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the imagery of a hen gathering her chicks help us understand Jesus' heart for Jerusalem and for us today?

2. In what ways can we be more receptive to God's messengers in our lives, and what might be the consequences of ignoring them?

3. How does Jesus' lament over Jerusalem challenge us to respond to His call in our own lives?

4. What parallels can we draw between the historical rejection of prophets in the Old Testament and the rejection of Jesus in the New Testament?

5. How can we cultivate a heart of compassion like Jesus for those who are spiritually lost or resistant to the Gospel?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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