What is hypocrisy? Why is it so dangerous? Why does Jesus warn us against it?

What does Jesus mean when he compares hypocrisy to leaven? (1 Corinthians 5:6-8)

What is Jesus saying in 12:2-3? What does it have to do with hypocrisy?

Why does Jesus warn us against an unhealthy, over-realized fear of man (12:4)? What are some behavioral symptoms of a heart that fears other people too much?

Why does Jesus warn us against an unhealthy, under-realized fear of God (12:5)? What are some behavioral symptoms of a heart that does not fear God enough?

What does it mean to “fear” God? Contrast a healthy, biblical fear of God with an unhealthy, toxic fear of God.

What is Jesus saying in 12:6-7? What kind of fear is He cautioning against? Why does Jesus exhort his followers to fear God (12:5), and then immediately exhort them to “fear not” (12:7)?

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