Matthew 9:9-13

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Matthew 9:9-13

The Life of the Party

June 2, 2024 • Kevin Maloney

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Sermon Discussion Questions:

1. How can we guard against falling into the trap of spiritual pride and instead cultivate a posture of humility in our own lives?

2. How can we practically follow Jesus into the places of brokenness and need in our society, bringing the message of hope and redemption?

3. Which group of people in this passage do you identify with the most: the disciples, the sinners, or the Pharisees?

4. What attitudes and behaviors make you say so?

5. What adjustments can you make in light of that assessment?

6. How can we cultivate an attitude of mercy and compassion towards those who are still outsiders to the Christian community?

Matthew 10:16-33

July 21, 2024 • Cody Wilbanks

SERMON DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. How have you personally faced opposition to your faith? 2. How are you tempted to respond to opposition to your faith? 3. How do Jesus’ instructions challenge your most common response? 4. How does the gospel encourage you as you face the potential threat of wolves? 5. Spend time praying for one another that you would be wise, innocent, and bold as you face opposition to the gospel. Spend time praying for our brothers and sisters around the world who face high levels of persecution today.

Matthew 10:1-15

July 14, 2024 • Kevin Maloney • Matthew 10:1–15

Sermon Discussion Questions: 1) In what ways do you believe the Lord sends us to be the answer to the prayers we are praying? 2) How can we cultivate the same compassion that Jesus had for the multitudes in our own lives and communities? 3) Discuss a time when you felt unqualified or hesitant to serve. How can we draw strength from Jesus’ example as the true worker who completed the work we could not do? 4) What are some practical ways we can move from a consumer mindset to an active participant in our church and community? 5) How can we support and encourage each other in our roles as laborers for God's kingdom, especially in facing challenges and doubts?

Matthew 9:35-38

July 7, 2024 • Cody Wilbanks • Matthew 9:35–38

SERMON DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. What emotions do people elicit in your heart? 2. Are there certain groups of people that elicit different emotions than others? Why? 3. How often do you consider the spiritual state of others, whether someone you know or a complete stranger? 4. What does it mean that Jesus is the “Lord of the harvest?” 5. How familiar are you with the state of global missions today? Spend time praying together for 1) your heart to be shaped for the harvest, 2) current missionaries from Grace Road, and 3) more missional involvement by those in our church both here and abroad.