1. Recognize the King
2. Respond with Worship

Remember How Much You’ve Been Forgiven
Release the Debt—But Practice Wise Boundaries
Forgiveness Liberates the Forgiver

Key Passage: Matthew 7:24–29

Big Idea: Building a life on Jesus’ teachings provides stability and strength, even amidst life’s storms.

Key Passage: Matthew 7:15–23

Big Idea: Following Jesus requires discernment to recognize false prophets and a commitment to bear fruit that reflects genuine faith.

Key Passage: Matthew 7:7–12

Big Idea: God invites us to approach Him with persistence and trust, knowing He delights in giving good gifts to His children according to his will.

Key Passage: Matthew 7:1–6

Big Idea: Kingdom living requires humility and self-awareness, resisting the temptation to judge others while addressing our own flaws.

Points

1. Build a Longer Table, Not a Higher Fence 
2. Redefine what "Enough" Means
3. Practice Generosity as an Act of Freedom

• Key Passage: Matthew 5:38–48

• Big Idea: Kingdom living requires radical grace—loving enemies, turning the other cheek, and reflecting the perfect love of God.

• Key Themes: Forgiveness, reconciliation, and selflessness.

Week 5: Our Words (Matthew 5:33–37)

• Key Passage: Matthew 5:33–37

• Big Idea: Integrity and honesty are hallmarks of Kingdom living, as Jesus calls us to let your “yes” be yes and our “no” be no.

• Key Themes: Truth, integrity, and accountability.

• Focus: How our words and commitments reflect God’s character.

Week 4: Matters of the Heart (Matthew 5:17–30)

• Key Passage: Matthew 5:17–30

• Big Idea: The law is not abolished but fulfilled in Jesus, calling us to go beyond surface obedience to address the heart behind our actions.

• Key Themes: Righteousness, anger, and lust.