How does the concept of ‘something great coming’ relate to our personal spiritual journeys, and how can we cultivate a sense of anticipation in our faith?
In what ways do mountains serve as significant settings in the Bible, and how might this inform our understanding of Jesus teaching on the mountain?
How can we balance the desire for miraculous manifestations with the primacy of Jesus’ teaching ministry, as highlighted in the sermon?
What are the implications of Jesus specifically targeting his disciples with his teaching, rather than addressing the entire crowd?
How does the idea that only those living ‘up close and personal with Jesus’ can truly live out the Sermon on the Mount challenge our approach to Christian living?
In what ways might our modern understanding of ‘blessings’ conflict with Jesus’ teachings in the Beatitudes, and how can we align our perspective with His?
How can we cultivate a heart that is ‘fully filled with the love of the Lord’ in a way that makes us noticeable to Jesus, like Steve was noticed by the comedian?
What does it mean for us today to be part of Jesus’ ‘inner circle,’ and how might this affect our daily lives and decisions?
How can the church better embrace and embody the ‘surprising’ nature of Jesus’ teachings, especially regarding the poor, meek, and suffering?
In light of the sermon’s conclusion about the early church being different from the ‘WEIRD’ acronym, how might we need to adjust our approach to church and faith in the modern Western context?
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