Gospel of Matthew - Week 10

Scripture Reading: Matthew 13-14 Understand the Passage:

1. Why did Jesus speak in parables to the crowd? How did these stories allow him to teach the masses yet remain faithful to his mission?


2. What are the key lessons of the Parable of the Sower? Weeds? Hidden Treasure/Pearl? Net?


3. As you read the miracles of Chapter 14, did you notice anything you had not recognized before?

Application

1. What one action could you do this week to improve the way you listen to God's Word?


2. How would it alter the way we live if we keep in mind that God will judge us? What is the best way to balance this reality with gratitude for his saving grace?


3. What can you do to allow the Gospel to permeate your family, your friendships, your workplace?


4. What gift, ability or resource (no matter how insignificant) will you give to God today so that he can bless it and multiply it? How have you seen him use little in the past to have a significant impact?