1. Why is hypocrisy something that can be so pervasive in both Jesus' time and in ours? In addressing hypocrisy, what does living a more transparent life look like?

2. How might greed negatively impact a communal culture, like the one during Jesus' time? How does greed negatively impact our culture today?

3. Why does Jesus emphasize to those who are listening that God values them? How can understanding our value to God help us trust Him more?