2.22.26 Acts 6:1-7- “The Installation of a Deacon”

• Why was it important that the apostles did not try to do everything themselves? How does this passage shape the way we think about different roles (Word and deed) within the church today?

• The seven men were chosen because they had a good reputation and were full of the Spirit and wisdom. What does that tell us about the kind of character required for serving others—especially the vulnerable?

• Using the “body” analogy (1 Corinthians 12), how would you evaluate your own participation in the life of the church? In what specific ways might God be calling you to serve for the health and growth of the whole body?
   

2.15.26 Matthew 22:34-46- “Golden Rule and the Messiah”

• The Pharisees ask Jesus to identify the greatest commandment as a way to measure worth and performance. Where do you see that same instinct in your own heart, the desire to rank, measure, or justify yourself before God? How does Jesus’ answer challenge that way of thinking?

• Jesus says the second commandment is “like” the first, and you explained that love for God necessarily takes visible shape in love for neighbor. What are some ordinary situations in your current life where this connection is being tested? Where does love for God need to become more concrete in how you treat others?

• Jesus ends the exchange by asking about the identity of the Messiah and revealing himself as David’s Lord. Why is it important that the One who commands perfect love is also the One who perfectly fulfills it for us? How does that truth reshape obedience from burden into response?
   

2.1.26 Matthew 22:23-33- “Life after Death”

• The Sadducees knew parts of Scripture but missed its heart and power. Where do you see the temptation today to trust logic, comfort, or culture more than God’s Word when it comes to life after death?

• Jesus says the resurrection is not just a restart of our old life but a completely new kind of life shaped by God’s power. How does that change the way you think about relationships, success, and suffering right now?

• Paul says if Christ is not raised, our faith and sacrifices are in vain, but because He is raised, nothing done for Him is wasted. What is one area of your life where believing in the resurrection should change how you live this week?

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1.25.26 Matthew 22:15-22- “The Coin and the Image”

• Why do you think the Pharisees and Herodians were willing to work together against Jesus even though they strongly disagreed with each other, and where do you see similar alliances today?

• Jesus says to return to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God. What are some ways teenagers today are tempted to give parts of themselves to things other than God?

• The leaders were amazed by Jesus but did not repent or change. What is the difference between being impressed by Jesus and actually trusting and following him, and how can we tell which one we are doing?
   

1.18.26 Matthew 22:1-14- “The Parable of the Wedding Celebration”

• Why do you think normal and good things like school, sports, or work can still become reasons people ignore God’s invitation?

• What does the wedding garment teach us about the difference between being around church things and truly trusting in Jesus?

• How would believing that God has already prepared a place for you at His feast change the way you approach worship, prayer, and everyday life?
   

1.11.26 Matthew 21:33-46- “The Vineyard and the Stone”

• In the parable of the vineyard, why do you think the tenants believed they could take what did not belong to them, and what does that reveal about how we sometimes treat God’s gifts, authority, and commands in our own lives?

• Jesus describes himself as the Son who is rejected. What are some practical ways we might resist Jesus’ authority even while claiming to be religious or moral?

• The sermon warns that rejecting Christ leads to losing the kingdom, while trusting him leads to life. What does it look like, in everyday choices at school, online, and with friends, to build your life on the cornerstone rather than stumbling over him?
   

1.04.26 Matthew 21:23-32- “The Parable of the Three Sons”

• Where in my life do I focus more on appearances or religious activity than on genuine trust, repentance, and obedience to Christ?

• What kinds of fruit does Jesus look for in His people, and what evidence of that fruit do I see or not see in my own life right now?

• How does knowing that Jesus took the curse for me change the way I think about prayer, faith, and my dependence on Him?

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12.28.25 Matthew 21:18-22 “Faith in a Fruit Bearing King”

• Where in my life do I focus more on appearances or religious activity than on genuine trust, repentance, and obedience to Christ?

• What kinds of fruit does Jesus look for in His people, and what evidence of that fruit do I see or not see in my own life right now?

• How does knowing that Jesus took the curse for me change the way I think about prayer, faith, and my dependence on Him?
   

12.21.25 Isaiah 9:1-7 “Hearing Christmas Again”

• Where do you tend to look for hope or security when you feel afraid, stressed, or overwhelmed, and how does Isaiah challenge those instincts?

• What does it mean for your daily life that Jesus is called Mighty God and Prince of Peace, not just a baby in a manger?

• How does knowing that God’s zeal, not your effort, secures your salvation change the way you think about faith, failure, and forgiveness?

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12.14.25 Colossians 1:3-14 “Thankful, Mindful, Prayerful”

• Paul teaches that believers have a new identity because they are united to Christ. How does this truth challenge the identities we tend to build through career, culture, achievement, or life stage?

• The sermon emphasized that believers are already with Christ and that our true home is with him. How does this heavenly citizenship reshape the way we respond to suffering, disappointment, or cultural pressures?

• What practices or habits help fix your mind on things above? What practices pull you away from remembering that you belong to Christ? How can your group encourage each other to live out the reality of being raised with him?

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12.7.25 Matthew 21:12-17 “The King Cleans His House”

• What practices help us keep our worship sincere rather than superficial?

• Are there areas where you need to come to Him instead of staying at a distance?

• What would it look like for our church to welcome people the way Jesus did? Who might feel “left out” or “unwelcome,” and how can we make space for them?

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11.30.25 Matthew 21:1-11 “Your King Is Coming”

• When you consider that God knows every thought and motive, what does that expose in your own heart as you come to Jesus the King

• The crowds welcomed Jesus but misunderstood His mission. In what ways can we celebrate Christ with our words while resisting His rule in our daily choices

• The gospel is that Jesus loves us and has freed us from our sins by His blood. How does this truth give you confidence to surrender more fully to Him as the true King of your life

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11.30.25 Matthew 21:1-11 “Your King Is Coming”

• When you consider that God knows every thought and motive, what does that expose in your own heart as you come to Jesus the King

• The crowds welcomed Jesus but misunderstood His mission. In what ways can we celebrate Christ with our words while resisting His rule in our daily choices

• The gospel is that Jesus loves us and has freed us from our sins by His blood. How does this truth give you confidence to surrender more fully to Him as the true King of your life
   

11.30.25 Matthew 21:1-11 “Your King Is Coming”

• When you consider that God knows every thought and motive, what does that expose in your own heart as you come to Jesus the King

• The crowds welcomed Jesus but misunderstood His mission. In what ways can we celebrate Christ with our words while resisting His rule in our daily choices

• The gospel is that Jesus loves us and has freed us from our sins by His blood. How does this truth give you confidence to surrender more fully to Him as the true King of your life
   

11.16.25 Matthew 20:29-34 “Was Blind, but Now I See”

• What keeps you from crying out to Jesus when you’re desperate — fear of others, pride, or doubt — and what would it look like to cry out in faith instead?

• How does this picture of Christ challenge your view of God’s heart toward you and toward those who are hurting

• In what ways does receiving Christ’s mercy naturally lead to following Him in obedience, service, or worship?
   

11.9.25 Matthew 20:17-28 “The Road to the Kingdom of Heaven”

• The other disciples became angry when James and John sought special positions (vv. 24–26). Why do competition and comparison often creep into Christian community? 

• How can we cultivate unity and celebrate others’ gifts instead of feeling threatened by them?

• What’s one small, practical way you could “serve instead of be served” this week—at home, school, or work?

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11.2.25 Matthew 20:1-16 “Equity, Envy, and Grace”

• Have you ever struggled with feeling like God’s grace toward someone else was “unfair”? What does that reveal about your understanding of grace?

• What does it look like to serve God joyfully without worrying about what others receive?

• How can this passage shape the way you view people who come to faith later in life, or who have different roles in God’s kingdom?

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10.26.25 Matthew 19:16-30 (2) “Values of the Kingdom”

• What assumptions do the disciples make about Jesus’ priorities when preventing children to come to Jesus? 

• In what ways might we (individually or as a church) unintentionally hinder people coming to Jesus?

• How does this passage shape your view of Jesus and those who belong to the kingdom of heaven?
   

10.19.25 Matthew 19:16-30 (1) “You Are What You Value”

• Why do you think the rich young man struggled to give up his possessions, and how does that challenge us today in what we value or trust?

• Jesus says it’s hard for the rich to enter the kingdom of God—how do you understand what it means to “trust God above all else” in your own life?

• In verse 29, Jesus promises blessings to those who leave things behind to follow Him—what kinds of “things” might we need to let go of to follow Jesus more fully? How can we support one another in that?

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10.12.25 Matthew 19:13-15 “The King Stoops Low”

• What assumptions do the disciples make about Jesus’ priorities when preventing children to come to Jesus? 

• In what ways might we (individually or as a church) unintentionally hinder people coming to Jesus?

• How does this passage shape your view of Jesus and those who belong to the kingdom of heaven?
   

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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