10.05.25 Matthew 19:1-12 “Flourishing Our Marriages”

• What does Jesus say about the purpose of marriage in verses 4–6 and how does this contrast with the Pharisees' question about divorce?

• Why do you think Jesus refers back to Genesis (God’s creation design) when answering the Pharisees?

• Why do the disciples respond in v10, “It is better not to marry” and what does this reveal about themselves?

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9.28.25 Matthew 18:21-35 “Forgiven and Forgiving”

• Peter asks if forgiving “seven times” is enough. What does Jesus’ answer (“seventy-seven times”) say about the nature of forgiveness?

• Why do you think the forgiven servant refuses to forgive someone who owes him much less? What might Jesus be warning us about here?

• What’s the most surprising or challenging part of this parable for you? Why do you think it stands out?
   

9.21.25 Deuteronomy 6:4-9; 20-25 “TeachThem Diligently to Your Children"

•  Do I love God with all my heart, soul, and strength—or are there areas where I hold back?
  What would it take to surrender those areas?

• What intentional habits am I cultivating to keep God's Word at the center of my life daily? Is there a small change I could make this week to better integrate faith into everyday moments?

• How am I passing down faith—whether to children, friends, or my community? What story of God's faithfulness do I need to share more often?
   

9.14.25 Psalm 32 “Confessing Our Sins”

• Have you ever felt the emotional or spiritual burden of unconfessed sin? What has kept you from confessing in those moments—fear, pride, shame?

• What makes confession so powerful in restoring our relationship with God? How can we cultivate honesty and confession not just with God, but within our community?

• How often do you celebrate the grace and forgiveness of God? What does it look like for you (or your community) to practice joy in response to God’s mercy?
   

9.7.25 Proverbs 22:6 “Dedicating Our Children”

• What does it mean to “train up” someone in the way of the Lord, and how might that apply not only to parenting but also to discipling or mentoring others in the church?

• Who were the people who “trained you up” in your faith, and what specific practices or words have stayed with you into adulthood?

• What are practical ways we as a church family can come alongside parents, children, singles, or new believers to help them grow in walking with God?
   

8.31.25 Matthew 18:15-20 "Confrontation and Community"

• What is the true motivation for addressing this issue? Is it for revenge, to prove someone is right, or genuinely to restore the relationship?

• What does it mean that you are ready to forgive? What about ready to repent?

• How would you distinguish and discern if someone has a "sin" or a minor issue or difference of opinion?

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8.24.25 Matthew 18:10-14 "Bringing Back the Drifting"

• Why is it important to forgive and try to make peace with others?

• What does the shepherd do when one sheep gets lost?

• What does this say about Jesus’ relationship with me and with others?
   

8.17.25 Matthew 18:5-10 "Stumbling Others"

• What is your attitude towards others in the church who are not like you?

• Have you ever inadvertently influenced someone’s faith negatively?

• What adjustments are you willing to make to avoid sin—even if that means letting go of comfortable habits or relationships?

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8.10.25 Matthew 18:1-6 "Humility and Greatness"

• How does Jesus' choice of a child to illustrate his point about greatness challenge the disciples' expectations?

• How does this passage encourage us to examine our own hearts and actions? 

• How does the concept of humility connect with  communal living?
   

8.3.25 Matthew 17:22-27 "Death and Taxes"

• How should I see paying taxes as a citizen of Jesus’s kingdom? (cf. Rom. 13:5-8)  

• How does the provision from the fish show me that Jesus provides what I owe to God? Does the gospel affect my generosity? (cf. 1 Cor. 9:19-23) 
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7.27.25 Matthew 17:9-21 “Coming Down the Mountain”​​

• How do I respond to difficult life situations? Do I trust in myself, my gifts, and skills, rather than in Jesus? Who or what is functionally my savior? Do I depend on God in prayer? (cf. Mark 9:29)

• What does it mean for me to have faith that moves mountains? Does this mean I will not have any problems if I have just enough faith? (cf. Phil. 4:12-13) 

• What should I do when I lack faith in God? (cf. Mark 9:23-24; James 5:13-20)
   

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