1.        “Judge”            Compare and contrast discernment and condemnation.                                                Of   which do you think Jesus is speaking in this text?

2.       Is it possible that we sometimes use this passage to justify our unwillingness to follow the command of Paul in Galatians 6:1-6?  Share your own experience regarding this.

3.       How does the parable in Luke 18:9-14 apply to this teaching of Jesus?

4.       Is Jesus calling some persons dogs and pigs in verse 6 or is he simply pointing out persons for whom the Gospel will be of no benefit?  (ears to hear?)

5.       Have you sometimes considered persons to be “dogs” or “pigs” to avoid witnessing?