WordServe Church Study Guide for Mar 22, 2015
- Sermon Title: “Quick Fix vs. the Real Fix” (Dr. Nolan Donald)
- Audio Link (check HERE on Sunday afternoon for the latest sermon)
- Sermon Scripture: Luke 6:43-49
- Additional Study Texts: Matthew 7:21-29
Getting Started
– What’s one thing from Sunday’s message that you hope the group talks about?
– What is your view towards authority figures? Describe:
Digging Deeper
Read Matthew 7:21-29
– What is Jesus’ criterion for entering the Kingdom of Heaven?
— How would this compare to what the Pharisees said?
— How would this compare to our modern understanding?
– Is there anything wrong with the actions in verse 22? Why would Jesus say he “didn’t know” the people who did these things (see v 23)?
— Is there a “proper way” to prophesy in His name or to cast out demons? Describe:
— Describe other examples of conduct that would cause Jesus to say he does “know” people:
– Why would those listening to Jesus describe him as a teacher with authority? What does it look like to teach with authority?
– Compare/contrast Jesus’ teaching with the Pharisees’ teaching (when it comes to “authority”):
Taking It Home
– Jesus puts a great deal of emphasis on doing God’s will. How can we determine God’s will?
– Can you give some examples where you’ve seen God’s will being done?
— What can we learn and apply from these examples?
– On a scale from 1 to 10, how “Lord-like” is Jesus in your life? (10 = He is Lord! 1 = Not so much)
1 – – 2 – – 3 – – 4 – – 5 – – 6 – – 7 – – 8 – – 9 – – 10
— What would be your challenges in moving this score to the right?
— Why should we move this score to the right?
— How can your group help?
Extras
- “Why Do You Call Me Lord, Lord?” Dr. Ray Pritchard
Ever had trouble letting the Lord be Lord? You’re not the only one!
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