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1. Are you aware of anyone whos life has been damaged by chasing what their heart treasures? (Matt 6:21)

2. Which of these two problems might best describe the source of some of your worry anxiety?

a. Problem 1 Youre trying to serve two masters. (God money)

b. Problem 2 Your trust in God is too little.

3. What could it look like for you to

a. Jesus: Seek the Kingdom of God above all else,and he will give you everything you need.

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How do you feel about the idea that Jesus warned people about praying the wrong way for the wrong reasons?

Think of a time when you prayed your most meaningful prayers. What were they like short, long, in crisis, focused, solitude, private, etc.?

How might it help you to remember rest in this truth while in private prayer: my Father sees me and knows exactly what I need even before I ask him.

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Whats your typical reaction when you hear leaders boasting about themselves?

In your opinion, how much do motives matter when someone is giving to the needy?

Jesus teaches us to give our gifts in private (instead of in public) in order to avoid taking credit from God. If youre honest, how much does it bother you when you dont get the credit for something good youve done for someone?

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1. What have you noticed about the way Chrsitians typically treat their enemies & react to persecution?

2. True children of God live in contrast by dealing with antagonists enemies differently:

a. Jesus: love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! In that way, you will be acting as true children of your Father in heaven.

b. Whats your gut reaction to hearing this is his expectation for true disciples?

3. The power we need to live in contrast ( salty bright ) to the world comes from trusting treasuring Jesus. In order to be more like Jesus, how might you focus on being with him more?

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When you think of how Christians are acting in our modern culture, does it appear theyre living salty bright to win people over to Jesus?

Jesus says his disciples live the good life. As an example, he says that they repent run from lust adultery. What kind of pain suffering are they able to save themselves by living that way?

If theres anyone youre estranged from, how do you feel about Jesus urging to prioritize reconciliation above all other spiritual activities?

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1. Why dont think its hard for people to give up hoping for positive change through politics or military force?

Read Matthew 5:3-12 aloud.

2. What part of these Blessed are the strikes you the most ?

3. What might it look like for you personally to take up the good life of humble hearted change?

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1. Whats your reaction to these two ideas?

a. Missions exists by Gods character, not by his commands.

b. You can only understand your mission rightly, if you understand your God rightly.

2. When you inspect your life your values, conversations, bank account, weekly habits, etc what might need to change in order to be more engaged in Gods mission to tell people everywhere about Jesus?

3. For you personally, which of these three actions might be the most appropriate response to Gods value of missions pray, give, or go?

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In what ways has the curse impacted you (corruption, disease, death) ?

How does it help you to know and believe that Jesus will one day make all things new? (Revelation 21:5)

Are there any specific ways you feel you could better participate in Gods renewing work in your family, workplace or community?

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Have you (or even someone you know) ever felt the effects of the curse condemnation, separation death?

If youve ever tried to overcome the curse with something other than faith in Jesus what was that like?

In what ways could you experience a deeper joy rest in Jesuss reversal of triumph over condemnation death?

Do you own the Jesus Storybook Bible ? WHY NOT?? ; )