Application Questions:

1. What does Jesus call the scribes and Pharisees? Should Christians use critical names to describe others? Is it okay for a pastor to rebuke this sharply?

2. Which of the seven “woes” are you most vulnerable to being a hypocrite? How can a Christian friend help in this area?

3. Jesus said to his generation, “You will not see me again, until you say, “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord" (vs. 39). When and how will this occur?

4. How does humility help you overcome hypocrisy? Apply Matthew 23:11-12.