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Matthew 7:13-29 - Decisions that Determine Your Destiny
In Matthew 7:13-29 we see that choosing the path of truly following Jesus will not always be popular or easy, but it leads to ultimate joy and a firm foundation.
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Community Group Discussion Guide
April 14th - April 20th, 2024
Week 2 of 8
BEHOLD YOUR KING
Matthew 7:13-29
Decisions that Determine Your Destiny
ANNOUNCEMENTS
● Spanish Bible Study - Apr 27, 9:30am
● Men's Conference - This Friday! April 19-20
● Next Steps Class - Next Sunday! April 21
● Missions Fundraiser - Mod Market, Next Sunday!
● Spring Cleanup Outreach - Grandview Meadows, Sat. Apr. 27th
● Women's Conference - May 3-4 whensheleads.org
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
Question 1 - What’s the last thing you completed on your bucket list, or what's the next thing you want to complete?
Question 2 - What's the hardest part about starting a spiritual conversation with a family member, friend or co-worker that has different views than you?
QUICK REVIEW Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching:
What did you hear for the first time? What stood out? What challenged you? What confused you?
MAIN POINT
“Choosing the path of truly following Jesus will not always be popular or easy, but it leads to ultimate joy and a firm foundation.”
DIGGING DEEPER
1) Matthew 7:13-14
a) How do we view these verses in light of the world in which we live?
b) What makes the narrow way difficult?
2) Matthew 7:15-20
a) How do we guard against wolves in sheep’s clothing?
b) What type of fruit should we expect from followers of Jesus?
c) How does a follower of Jesus produce this kind of fruit?
3) Matthew 7:21-23
a) Who is Jesus talking about in these verses?
b) How does Jesus describe this group of people?
c) What should be our focus as we seek to follow Jesus?
4) Matthew 7:24-27
a) What 2 things does Jesus say make us like a wise person who builds on a firm foundation?
b) What’s the main application from these verses?
5) Matthew 7:28-29
a) Why were the people so amazed with Jesus' teaching?
b) What amazes you the most about the Sermon on the Mount?
APPLICATION
Chose to follow Jesus and stand firm on His words regardless of how difficult it may seem at the time. The blessing of following Jesus and having a life established on Him as the foundation is a life of true blessing.
PRAYER: Dear Lord, I desire to produce good fruit in my life so that everyone who sees it will know that I am a true follower of Jesus, be drawn to You, and have the opportunity to know You.
TAKING IT HOME
Looking back at this week’s study, what is important for you to remember and why?
PRAISE REPORTS & PRAYER REQUESTS
April 14th - April 20th, 2024
Week 2 of 8
BEHOLD YOUR KING
Matthew 7:13-29
Decisions that Determine Your Destiny
ANNOUNCEMENTS
● Spanish Bible Study - Apr 27, 9:30am
● Men's Conference - This Friday! April 19-20
● Next Steps Class - Next Sunday! April 21
● Missions Fundraiser - Mod Market, Next Sunday!
● Spring Cleanup Outreach - Grandview Meadows, Sat. Apr. 27th
● Women's Conference - May 3-4 whensheleads.org
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
Question 1 - What’s the last thing you completed on your bucket list, or what's the next thing you want to complete?
Question 2 - What's the hardest part about starting a spiritual conversation with a family member, friend or co-worker that has different views than you?
QUICK REVIEW Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching:
What did you hear for the first time? What stood out? What challenged you? What confused you?
MAIN POINT
“Choosing the path of truly following Jesus will not always be popular or easy, but it leads to ultimate joy and a firm foundation.”
DIGGING DEEPER
1) Matthew 7:13-14
a) How do we view these verses in light of the world in which we live?
b) What makes the narrow way difficult?
2) Matthew 7:15-20
a) How do we guard against wolves in sheep’s clothing?
b) What type of fruit should we expect from followers of Jesus?
c) How does a follower of Jesus produce this kind of fruit?
3) Matthew 7:21-23
a) Who is Jesus talking about in these verses?
b) How does Jesus describe this group of people?
c) What should be our focus as we seek to follow Jesus?
4) Matthew 7:24-27
a) What 2 things does Jesus say make us like a wise person who builds on a firm foundation?
b) What’s the main application from these verses?
5) Matthew 7:28-29
a) Why were the people so amazed with Jesus' teaching?
b) What amazes you the most about the Sermon on the Mount?
APPLICATION
Chose to follow Jesus and stand firm on His words regardless of how difficult it may seem at the time. The blessing of following Jesus and having a life established on Him as the foundation is a life of true blessing.
PRAYER: Dear Lord, I desire to produce good fruit in my life so that everyone who sees it will know that I am a true follower of Jesus, be drawn to You, and have the opportunity to know You.
TAKING IT HOME
Looking back at this week’s study, what is important for you to remember and why?
PRAISE REPORTS & PRAYER REQUESTS