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Matthew 4:12-17 The Kingdom of Heaven is at Hand
In Matthew 4:12-17 we see that the path to the Kingdom of Heaven starts with light breaking into the darkness, leading us to repentance, and ultimately to receiving God’s salvation.
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Community Group Discussion Guide
Week of January 28th - February 3rd, 2024
BEHOLD YOUR KING
The Kingdom of Heaven is at Hand
Matthew 4:12-17
ANNOUNCEMENTS *Register through the White Fields app, under “Upcoming Events”
● Bible Learning Center - Foundations (Sundays during 2nd service starting Feb 4th)*
● Bible Studies - Men's and Women's (see the website/app for times)*
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
Question 1 - What was your least favorite food as a child?
Question 2 - What area of your faith do you feel most encouraged in recently?
QUICK REVIEW
Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching, was there anything you heard for the first time, caught your attention, challenged you, or confused you?
MAIN POINT
“The Kingdom of Heaven starts with light breaking into the darkness, leading us to repentance, and ultimately to receiving God’s salvation.”
DIGGING DEEPER
1) Matthew 4:12-13
a) Why was John thrown in prison?
b) What are the geographical advantages for Jesus living in this region?
2) Matthew 4:14-16
a) What is the significance of Jesus living in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali?
b) Where does it say the people of this region were sitting?
c) What is the effect of light on darkness?
d) What happens when we allow Jesus to take up residence in our lives?
3) Matthew 4:17
a) What does it mean to preach?
b) What was Jesus' message?
c) Why is it important for a person to repent?
a) How does the Light (Jesus said “I am the Light of the World”) shining in a person’s life have an impact on whether or not they repent and experience the Kingdom of Heaven in their lives?
APPLICATION
Invite the Lord to be the light of your life. If the light reveals anything that needs to be adjusted, ask Him to help you in that area.
PRAYER: Lord, we want to experience your rule and reign in our lives. Please help us identify any areas that hinder you from working in us, and through us.
TAKING IT HOME
Looking back at this week’s study, what is important for you to remember and why?
PRAISE REPORTS & PRAYER REQUESTS
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whitefieldschurch.com
Week of January 28th - February 3rd, 2024
BEHOLD YOUR KING
The Kingdom of Heaven is at Hand
Matthew 4:12-17
ANNOUNCEMENTS *Register through the White Fields app, under “Upcoming Events”
● Bible Learning Center - Foundations (Sundays during 2nd service starting Feb 4th)*
● Bible Studies - Men's and Women's (see the website/app for times)*
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
Question 1 - What was your least favorite food as a child?
Question 2 - What area of your faith do you feel most encouraged in recently?
QUICK REVIEW
Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching, was there anything you heard for the first time, caught your attention, challenged you, or confused you?
MAIN POINT
“The Kingdom of Heaven starts with light breaking into the darkness, leading us to repentance, and ultimately to receiving God’s salvation.”
DIGGING DEEPER
1) Matthew 4:12-13
a) Why was John thrown in prison?
b) What are the geographical advantages for Jesus living in this region?
2) Matthew 4:14-16
a) What is the significance of Jesus living in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali?
b) Where does it say the people of this region were sitting?
c) What is the effect of light on darkness?
d) What happens when we allow Jesus to take up residence in our lives?
3) Matthew 4:17
a) What does it mean to preach?
b) What was Jesus' message?
c) Why is it important for a person to repent?
a) How does the Light (Jesus said “I am the Light of the World”) shining in a person’s life have an impact on whether or not they repent and experience the Kingdom of Heaven in their lives?
APPLICATION
Invite the Lord to be the light of your life. If the light reveals anything that needs to be adjusted, ask Him to help you in that area.
PRAYER: Lord, we want to experience your rule and reign in our lives. Please help us identify any areas that hinder you from working in us, and through us.
TAKING IT HOME
Looking back at this week’s study, what is important for you to remember and why?
PRAISE REPORTS & PRAYER REQUESTS
______________________________________________________________________
whitefieldschurch.com