Sunday, May 15, 2011

Gospel of Matthew - Week 14

Reading: Matthew 19

Understand the Passage




  1. Why do you think the Pharisees questioned Jesus about divorce? (Remember what got John the Baptist in trouble with Herod) What was their real objective with the question?

  2. Why do you think the disciples tried to keep the children from Jesus?

  3. Why were Jesus' comments about rich people entering the kingdom of Heaven so surprising to the disciples?


Application



  1. In what ways do we incorrectly weigh people's worth or favor with God based on their wealth or social status? How does it impact our relationships?

  2. What "attachments" do we hold on to that keep us from following Jesus?

  3. What teachings of Jesus do you find the "hardest" to follow? Why?

  4. What does it mean for you to be "last" in your marriage / family? In what areas do you insist on being first?

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