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Matthew 5:21-32 - How to Be Right with God
In Matthew 5:21-32 we see that true righteousness transcends mere outward obedience; it requires a new heart and being transformed by the grace of God.
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Community Group Discussion Guide
February 25th - March 2nd, 2024 Week 8 of 10
BEHOLD YOUR KING
Matthew 5:21-32
How to Be Right with God
ANNOUNCEMENTS
● Join a Team - Email: info@whitefieldschurch.com to take the next step
● Easter Weekend: Good Friday 5:00 pm and 6:30 pm - Saturday Easter Outreach 11:00 am to 1:00 pm - Sunrise Service Sunday 6:30 am - Easter Sunday 8:00 am 9:30 am and 11:00 am
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
Question 1 - If you could only eat at one restaurant for the rest of your life which would you choose?
Question 2 - What causes you to depend on God the most?
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
“True righteousness transcends mere outward obedience; it requires a new heart and being transformed by the grace of God.”
DIGGING DEEPER
1) Matthew 5:21-26
a) How does Jesus take the standard of the law and raise the bar?
b) Have you ever said something mean to someone? Where do the words we speak come from?
c) What is the purpose of the law?
d) What is the value of reconciliation with both family, fellow believers and adversaries?
e) How have you seen the positive/negative effects of reconciliation or the lack thereof?
2) Matthew 5:27-30
a) What is Jesus teaching us about where sin originates?
b) What is Jesus teaching us about dealing with sin?
c) What does it take to be truly righteous?
3) Matthew 5:31-32
a) What is the Biblical standard for marriage?
b) What is God’s view of divorce?
c) What can we do to ensure our current (or future) marriages remain strong?
APPLICATION
Realize that you received a new heart and the ability by His Spirit to live above and beyond what the law commands. Walk in the newness of life. Romans 6:4
PRAYER: Lord, you’ve done the work to change us and give us a new heart. Help us walk in the reality of Your power that lives within us.
TAKING IT HOME
Looking back at this week’s study, what is important for you to remember and why?
PRAISE REPORTS & PRAYER REQUESTS
February 25th - March 2nd, 2024 Week 8 of 10
BEHOLD YOUR KING
Matthew 5:21-32
How to Be Right with God
ANNOUNCEMENTS
● Join a Team - Email: info@whitefieldschurch.com to take the next step
● Easter Weekend: Good Friday 5:00 pm and 6:30 pm - Saturday Easter Outreach 11:00 am to 1:00 pm - Sunrise Service Sunday 6:30 am - Easter Sunday 8:00 am 9:30 am and 11:00 am
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
Question 1 - If you could only eat at one restaurant for the rest of your life which would you choose?
Question 2 - What causes you to depend on God the most?
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
“True righteousness transcends mere outward obedience; it requires a new heart and being transformed by the grace of God.”
DIGGING DEEPER
1) Matthew 5:21-26
a) How does Jesus take the standard of the law and raise the bar?
b) Have you ever said something mean to someone? Where do the words we speak come from?
c) What is the purpose of the law?
d) What is the value of reconciliation with both family, fellow believers and adversaries?
e) How have you seen the positive/negative effects of reconciliation or the lack thereof?
2) Matthew 5:27-30
a) What is Jesus teaching us about where sin originates?
b) What is Jesus teaching us about dealing with sin?
c) What does it take to be truly righteous?
3) Matthew 5:31-32
a) What is the Biblical standard for marriage?
b) What is God’s view of divorce?
c) What can we do to ensure our current (or future) marriages remain strong?
APPLICATION
Realize that you received a new heart and the ability by His Spirit to live above and beyond what the law commands. Walk in the newness of life. Romans 6:4
PRAYER: Lord, you’ve done the work to change us and give us a new heart. Help us walk in the reality of Your power that lives within us.
TAKING IT HOME
Looking back at this week’s study, what is important for you to remember and why?
PRAISE REPORTS & PRAYER REQUESTS