Matthew 22:23-46 / “A Greater Wisdom: Christ, the True Judge of Hearts.”

Sermon: Matthew 22:23-46 – Questions

What if the greatest test of wisdom wasn’t solving complex riddles, but revealing the truth of our hearts?
In this powerful message, Pastor Jim explores Jesus’s masterful responses to the religious leaders’ attempts
to trap Him with questions about marriage, resurrection, and the law. Through vivid encounters in Matthew 22,
we witness Christ’s divine wisdom silencing His critics while unveiling the heart of God’s commands: love for
God and neighbor.

Whether you’re wrestling with life’s tough questions or seeking deeper spiritual understanding, this message
illuminates how Jesus’s timeless wisdom speaks into our daily lives. Don’t miss this compelling exploration
of how Christ’s perfect wisdom transforms our perspective on everything from relationships to eternity.

Discussion Questions

1. Wisdom and Discernment

How does the story of Solomon’s judgment with the two women illustrate the nature of true wisdom?
In what ways does Jesus demonstrate a wisdom greater than Solomon’s in His interactions with the Pharisees and Sadducees?

2. The Nature of the Resurrection

How does Jesus’ response to the Sadducees’ question about marriage in the resurrection challenge their understanding of life after death?
What comfort can we draw from Jesus’ teaching that God is the God of the living, not the dead?

3. The Greatest Commandments

Why does Jesus link the command to love God with the command to love our neighbor? How are these two commandments inseparable?
How can we apply the principle of loving God and our neighbor in our daily lives and community?

4. The Identity of the Messiah

What is the significance of Jesus being both the Son of David and the Lord of David?
How does understanding Jesus’ divine identity impact our faith and relationship with Him?

5. The Gospel in Our Lives

How does the wisdom of Christ speak into the specific challenges and opportunities we face in our community today?
In what ways can we live out the gospel by embodying the love and wisdom of Christ in our interactions with others?

6. Personal Reflection

What does it mean for you personally to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind?
How can you better love your neighbor as yourself in practical ways?