Each week, as you take in the Bible, find some friends to talk it out. You can follow this simple guide to help. First, R.E.A.D. and P.R.A.Y. on your own. Then, meet with friends to share what you've learned.
R - Retell it P - Praise
E - Examine it R - Repent
A - Apply it A - Ask
D - Discuss it Y - Yield
Sunday's Message Text:
Bible Plan Readings - Week 31
START IT.
From Sunday's message in Matthew 7, or the Meet Jesus Bible Reading Plan this week, what is impacting you the most? Was there a word, phrase, Bible verse, or theme that impacted you? Hint: What did you highlight
SHARE IT.
At the end of his message in Matthew 7:13, what does Jesus say to do?
From Matthew 7:13-27, what 3 pictures does Jesus share to help people make the decision? How do these 3 pictures show contrast?
Who does Jesus say to watch out for? Why would he say that?
What is the conclusion in verses 21-23? What is the difference revealed in verses 24-27?
From verse 28-29, how do people see Jesus after he teaches?
SHOW IT.
Have you decided to enter the Kingdom of God? Has it been easy or hard? What motivates you to be part of the Kingdom?
Do you believe decisions lead to disciples? How has your faith led to follow through?
How can you recognize someone as a follower of Jesus? (see verses 16-20)
How do the "storms" of life reveal who someone is?
FINAL THOUGHT
Have you ever watched a baseball game and seen a "walk off" win, like a homerun or grand slam (a winning hit to end the game)? What decision has to be made by the hitter before they swing the bat?
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