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“Blessed is someone who, because of their heart for God, is promised and enjoys God’s favor regardless of that person’s status or condition.”

Scott McKnight

The Way of Jesus recognizes and desires a relationship with God.

The Way of Jesus views the world the way God does

“Biblical meekness is someone who completely trusts in God, and because they trust in God, they are patiently waiting on God’s timing to work out everything in a way that brings God glory.”

John Piper

The Way of Jesus puts God first and me second.

THE WAY
Matthew 5:1-5
Pastor Mark Young
January 2 & 5, 2025


Prayer Requests:




Group Discussion: Who do you normally consider fortunate or blessed?
Read Aloud: Matthew 1: 1-5

1. Can you describe in your own terms what it means to be poor in spirit?
2. How do you mourn your sin?
3. How do you mourn over the sins of others?
4. Meekness is difficult to understand. What is the best example of meekness that you have seen?
5. In what ways can we put “the way” of Jesus as a priority in our lives?

DIVE DEEPER –
In this series we will be talking about the “kingdom of God/heaven”, what is your understanding of the Kingdom of God?
Has your understanding changed any?

The Way of Jesus puts God first and me second.