The Path to Paradise

Harris Creek

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The Path to Paradise

Harris Creek Baptist Church

June 2, 2024 • Jonathan Pokluda • Matthew 5:1–12

Do you feel like the world is going backwards? How did this happen? The world is going backwards because we’re not living the upside-down life. When we walk among the people of God, as the people of God we preserve our land. And fortunately, Jesus shows us the path!

The path is among the poor in spirit

The path is among the pure in heart

The path is among those peaceful in persecution

Life Group Discussion:

What do you picture when you think of the phrase “poor in spirit”?

What type of situations or relationships are difficult for you to be pure in heart?

Do you know someone that doesn’t bring peace to a situation? What is it about them that makes you say that?

A Foundation That Holds

August 11, 2024 • Jonathan Pokluda • Matthew 7:24–29

The strength of our foundation is shaped by how we live out our beliefs. Challenges reveal whether our foundation is strong or weak. Regular reflection is key to keeping it solid. Application determines the foundation Storms reveal the foundation We must inspect our foundation Life Group Discussion: How do your daily actions and decisions reflect the foundation of your beliefs or values? Can you recall a challenging situation (“storm”) that revealed the strength or weakness of your foundation? What did you learn from that experience? In what ways do you regularly inspect or evaluate your foundation to ensure it remains strong and unshakable?

Do You Have a Ticket?

August 4, 2024 • Nate Hilgenkamp • Matthew 7:13–23

Jesus tells us at the end of the sermon on the mount that not everyone will enter the Kingdom of Heaven. The good news is, He tells us how we can know that we have a ticket in. Examine your path carefully Examine your teachers carefully Examine your relationship carefully Life Group Discussion: Are the choices you make leading you towards a life that aligns with Jesus' teachings? How can you recognize when a teacher might be leading you astray? What characteristics should you watch out for? How do the warnings in Matthew 7:13-23 challenge you to examine your own faith and actions?

To Judge or Not To Judge

July 28, 2024 • Scott Kedersha • Matthew 7:1–12

We can be challenged to grow in our affections for God and for others when it’s difficult. We’re a bad judge of others We’re a bad judge of self We misjudge the Father Life Group Discussion: How can you practice humility by focusing on improving yourself instead of judging others? In what areas do you need to ask God for help more often? How can you persistently seek His guidance every day? How can you show compassion and treat others the way you want to be treated, even when it's difficult?