Matthew 6:17
But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face,
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 6:17?

2. How does Matthew 6:17 instruct us to approach fasting with humility?

3. Why is anointing your head significant in Matthew 6:17's context?

4. How does Matthew 6:17 connect with Jesus' teachings on sincerity in worship?

5. What practical steps can you take to fast privately, as Matthew 6:17 suggests?

6. How can Matthew 6:17's principles apply to other spiritual disciplines in life?

7. What does Matthew 6:17 teach about the importance of personal devotion over public displays of faith?

8. How does anointing your head and washing your face relate to the practice of fasting?

9. Why does Matthew 6:17 emphasize secrecy in spiritual practices?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 6?

11. What is the reward for fasting in secret?

12. What did Jesus mean by 'prayer and fasting'?

13. What is the significance of Ash Wednesday?

14. What is the reward for fasting in secret?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jesus' instruction in Matthew 6:17 challenge the way we approach fasting and other spiritual disciplines today?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our acts of worship, like fasting, remain sincere and focused on God rather than on human recognition?

3. How does the concept of inner transformation during fasting relate to other spiritual practices mentioned in the Sermon on the Mount?

4. Reflect on a time when you practiced a spiritual discipline. How did it impact your relationship with God, and what changes did you notice in your heart and actions?

5. How can the principles found in Matthew 6:17 be applied to other areas of our Christian walk, such as prayer, giving, or serving others?1. How does Jesus' teaching on giving to the needy challenge societal norms around charity?

2. Reflect on the Lord's Prayer as a model for your personal prayers. How can it guide your prayer life?

3. How does Jesus' teaching on fasting apply to other spiritual disciplines you practice?

4. In what ways does the teaching about treasures in heaven reshape your understanding of success?

5. How does Jesus' teaching on worry challenge your approach to handling life's anxieties?

6. What does the phrase "seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness" mean to you in your present context?

7. How can Jesus' teachings on sincerity in worship impact your spiritual practices?

8. How does the concept of God seeing what is done in secret influence your approach to acts of righteousness?

9. Reflect on the statement "No one can serve two masters." How does it speak to your own priorities and commitments?

10. How do Jesus' words about God's provision in nature reassure you in times of worry?

11. In what ways can you store up treasures in heaven in your daily life?

12. How does Jesus' admonition to live each day as it comes influence your perspective on planning and future worries?

13. How does the idea of the eye as the lamp of the body reflect on spiritual and moral vision?

14. How can you implement the principles of not worrying about tomorrow in your life?

15. What does the dichotomy between earthly and heavenly treasures teach us about the values of the Kingdom of God?

16. How can the teachings in this chapter shape your attitude towards material possessions?

17. How does Jesus' reassurance of God's provision help to build trust in God?

18. How can you practice the principle of seeking God's Kingdom first in your personal and professional life?

19. Reflect on how the teachings in this chapter can influence the way you handle stress and anxiety.

20. How can you practically apply Jesus' teachings on sincere worship in your day-to-day faith journey?

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