1. What is the meaning of Matthew 23:7?

2. How does Matthew 23:7 warn against seeking titles for personal honor today?

3. What does "greetings in the marketplaces" reveal about the Pharisees' priorities?

4. How can we ensure our actions align with humility taught in Matthew 23:7?

5. Compare Matthew 23:7 with Philippians 2:3. How should we view others?

6. How can church leaders avoid the pitfalls highlighted in Matthew 23:7?

7. Why does Matthew 23:7 criticize the use of honorific titles like "Rabbi"?

8. How does Matthew 23:7 reflect on religious authority and leadership?

9. What historical context influenced the message in Matthew 23:7?

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

11. Why did Jesus instruct not to call anyone father?

12. Who was the Virgin Mary?

13. What caused Jesus to feel anger?

14. What does the Bible say about narcissism?1. How does the desire for titles and recognition manifest in today's church, and how can we guard against it?

2. In what ways can we practice servant leadership in our daily lives, following Jesus' example?

3. How can we ensure that our faith practices are genuine and not motivated by a desire for human approval?

4. What are some practical steps we can take to prioritize God's praise over the praise of people in our personal and professional lives?

5. How do the warnings in Matthew 23:7 and James 3:1 challenge us to approach teaching and leadership roles within the church?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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