1. What is the meaning of Matthew 23:5?

2. How can we avoid making our deeds "to be seen by men" today?

3. What are modern examples of "phylacteries" and "fringes" in our lives?

4. How does Matthew 23:5 relate to Matthew 6:1 about righteous acts?

5. In what ways can we practice humility in our daily Christian walk?

6. How can we ensure our religious practices honor God, not seek human praise?

7. What does Matthew 23:5 reveal about the nature of religious hypocrisy?

8. How does Matthew 23:5 challenge the authenticity of religious leaders' actions?

9. Why are phylacteries and tassels significant in Matthew 23:5?

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

11. (Matthew 23:5) Were “broad phylacteries and long tassels” actually commonplace, or is this an exaggeration?

12. What are phylacteries used for?

13. (Matthew 23:9) How is “call no man father” reconciled with traditions that use fatherly titles for clergy?

14. Why does Jesus tell people not to call anyone "father" (Matthew 23:9), yet the Bible refers to Abraham as "our father" (Romans 4:16)?1. How can we ensure that our religious practices are motivated by a desire to honor God rather than to gain approval from others?

2. In what ways can we apply the principle of simplicity in our worship and daily devotion?

3. How does the teaching in Matthew 23:5 challenge us to examine our own hearts and motives in our spiritual lives?

4. What are some modern-day equivalents of "broadening phylacteries and lengthening tassels" that we might encounter in our faith communities?

5. How can we balance the use of physical reminders of faith, like crosses or Bible verses, with the call to live out God's commandments authentically?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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