- The sermon discusses the Rich Young Ruler’s interaction with Jesus in Mark 10. How do you interpret this story? How does it challenge your own perceptions of wealth and faith? (Mark 10:17-31)
- The sermon explores three lines: the rich line, the good life line, and the trust line. Which of these lines resonates most with you? Can you think of specific instances in your life when you’ve had to confront these lines?
- How does the parable of the king’s wedding feast in Matthew 22 speak to the concepts of entitlement, humility, and gratitude in your spiritual life? (Matthew 22:1-14)
- The sermon discusses the dangers of blurring the line between necessities and luxuries. How does this concept resonate with your personal understanding of wealth and material possessions?
- How can you apply the lessons learned from the Rich Young Ruler and the parable of the king’s wedding feast to your daily life?
- The sermon delves into the concept of trust, especially in relation to wealth and faith. What does trust mean to you in the context of your faith? How do you demonstrate trust in God in your everyday life?
- In the sermon, it was mentioned that wealth can be seen as a potential hazard and can distract from our faith. How can we, as Christians, ensure that our wealth (or pursuit of it) does not hinder our relationship with God?
- Reflecting on the story of the Rich Young Ruler, how can we cultivate a childlike faith, and why is this important according to Jesus’ teachings? (Mark 10:13-16)
- The sermon touched on the concept of “giving up” or sacrificing something for our faith, as demonstrated by the Rich Young Ruler’s challenge. Have there been instances where you’ve had to give up something to follow Jesus more closely? How did that impact your faith journey?
- In the sermon, the topic of accepting invitations from God, as illustrated in the parable of the king’s wedding feast, was discussed. What do you think it means to accept God’s invitations in your life? Can you share personal experiences where you felt you were invited by God to participate in His kingdom? (Matthew 22:1-14)
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