APPLICATION QUESTIONS:
1. How does Jesus handle the Pharisee’s “gotcha question”? What do you learn from Jesus about addressing controversial subjects from a Christian worldview?

2. Is there a danger in proof-texting? Why did Jesus ask, “Have you not read...?” after the Pharisees referenced Deuteronomy 24:1? Discuss ways Christians should be cautious using Bible software, concordances, etc. to cite Bible verses on specific topic.

3. What allowance does God make for hardness of heart? What can be done in hardhearted relationships?

4. Why does Jesus say, “only those to whom it is given” (Mt 19:11) and “Let the one who is able to receive this receive it” (Mt 19:12) to singles?
What unique purposes does God intend for an individual living as a single?