Matthew: Week 48

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Matthew: Week 48

September 16, 2012

September 16, 2012 • Scott Merriner

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

1. What motivated the Pharisees? (Verse 5)

2. In verses 1 - 12 we see examples of legalism and a performance based religion. Do you tend to be legalistic or bent towards performance? Explain. How do you desire to change?

3. Why did Jesus pronounce woes on the Scribes and Pharisees? (Verse 13-15, 23, 25)

Matthew: Week 56 - The Conclusion

November 25, 2012 • Dan Jarrell & Dean Williams

This is the final message in our series, The Gospel According to Matthew

Matthew: Week 55

November 18, 2012 • Dave Rhodes

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. Read Matthew 28:16-20. In this commission Jesus tells his followers to "disciple all nations." What specific things does Jesus say "discipleship" involves? 2. "All nations" translates the Greek phrase "ta ethna" which means, "all ethnic groups." What "ethnic groups" do you encounter on a daily basis as you live and work here in Anchorage? Have you considered them as an opportunity to pursue the great commission? Why or why not? 3. Make a list of the people who you think God has used to "disciple" you. Now make a list of those you consider yourself to "be discipling." If you can't think of anyone you are discipling, pray that God will lead you to someone. If you have disciples on your list, pray for each one that they will understand the nature of God more fully and obey the teachings of Jesus more completely.

Matthew: Week 54

November 11, 2012 • Dan Jarrell

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. Read Matthew 27:62-28:15. What evidence can you find in these verses that support the literal, historical resurrection of Jesus Christ? 2. What precautions did the religious leadership in Israel take to make sure the resurrection did not happen? Once it happened, how did they try to cover it up? Why do you think they were so threatened by the resurrection, what were the implications that they found threatening? 3. What are the implications of the resurrection for your life? Are any of those a little threatening? If so, why? Which of the implications give you the most courage and hope?