THE SECRET SAUCE OF LIFE TOGETHER
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Jesus went on to say, “Whoever humbles himself like this child will be the greatest in the kingdom of heaven” (verse 4). How and why is the humble life the greatest?
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Read Matthew 23:1-12. Jesus warned the people not to seek status as the Pharisees did and then told them, “For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” In what ways have you seen the truth of these words of Jesus in either your life or the lives of those around you?
week 1
October 29, 2017
Application 8.
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For most of us, we would say it is harder to ask for help and receive it than it is to give help. What is it in you that makes it hard for you to ask for or receive help? Does that need adjustment? What do you think needs to change?
Two good quotes to think about: “True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.” “As long as you are proud, you cannot know God. A proud man is always looking down on things and people: and, of course, as long as you are looking down, you cannot see something that is above you.” ~C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity Discuss with your group how these quotes can apply to your life.
10. Is there anything from the previous weeks that you would like to discuss further or update the group on? Share with your group any progress or positive steps you have taken so they can celebrate with you. Also, share any other praise or prayer requests with your group.
500 sands drive, san jose ca 95125 | www.churchonthehill.com
Scott Simmerok
lead pastor
THE SECRET SAUCE OF LIFE TOGETHER Why do we worry about status? 1.
Because we mistakenly connect roles with ______________. Matthew 16:17-19
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Because competitive people compare ________________. Matthew 16:27
3.
Because we want our ______________________, even though life’s not fair. Matthew 17:1-9
4.
Because we measure our value by our ___________________________. Matthew 17:14-21
5.
Because someone needs to ___________________________. Matthew 17:22-23
“Who, then, is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” Matthew 18:1
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
To enter heaven, one must have the _______________ of a child by depending on God’s atonement through Christ to rescue, as opposed to depending on one’s own merit.
The greatest in the kingdom of heaven is the one who daily lives in ______________ dependence on God, as opposed to living as an independent adult.
The greatest in the kingdom of heaven welcomes and serves the _____________ and the _____________________.
The secret sauce of life together … is _________________.
“The greatest among you will be your servant. For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” Matthew 23:11-12
Getting to Know You 1.
If someone offered to give you an all-expenses paid experience, what would you choose—fly a jet, dine at the underwater restaurant in the Maldives, climb Everest, attend the Olympics, or . . . ?
2.
Just as the disciples did in Matthew 18:1, we often struggle with a desire to gain status. What do you think you would get out of an elevated status?
3.
Recognizing that truly humble people know they need others, share with your group about a time when you asked for or accepted help. When have you resisted help? What was the difference in those situations?
4.
Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching, was there anything you heard for the first time or that caught your attention, challenged you, or confused you?
Into the Bible 5.
Read Matthew 18:1-4. Jesus defined humility as becoming like little children. What are the attributes of children that make them humble, and how can we take those on?
Jesus went on to say, “Whoever humbles himself like this child will be the greatest in the kingdom of heaven” (verse 4). How and why is the humble life the greatest?
7.
Read Matthew 23:1-12. Jesus warned the people not to seek status as the Pharisees did and then told them, “For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” In what ways have you seen the truth of these words of Jesus in either your life or the lives of those around you?
week 1
October 29, 2017
Application 8.
9.
For most of us, we would say it is harder to ask for help and receive it than it is to give help. What is it in you that makes it hard for you to ask for or receive help? Does that need adjustment? What do you think needs to change?
Two good quotes to think about: “True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.” “As long as you are proud, you cannot know God. A proud man is always looking down on things and people: and, of course, as long as you are looking down, you cannot see something that is above you.” ~C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity Discuss with your group how these quotes can apply to your life.
10. Is there anything from the previous weeks that you would like to discuss further or update the group on? Share with your group any progress or positive steps you have taken so they can celebrate with you. Also, share any other praise or prayer requests with your group.
500 sands drive, san jose ca 95125 | www.churchonthehill.com
Scott Simmerok
lead pastor
THE SECRET SAUCE OF LIFE TOGETHER Why do we worry about status? 1.
Because we mistakenly connect roles with ______________. Matthew 16:17-19
2.
Because competitive people compare ________________. Matthew 16:27
3.
Because we want our ______________________, even though life’s not fair. Matthew 17:1-9
4.
Because we measure our value by our ___________________________. Matthew 17:14-21
5.
Because someone needs to ___________________________. Matthew 17:22-23
“Who, then, is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” Matthew 18:1
1.
2.
3.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
To enter heaven, one must have the _______________ of a child by depending on God’s atonement through Christ to rescue, as opposed to depending on one’s own merit.
The greatest in the kingdom of heaven is the one who daily lives in ______________ dependence on God, as opposed to living as an independent adult.
The greatest in the kingdom of heaven welcomes and serves the _____________ and the _____________________.
The secret sauce of life together … is _________________.
“The greatest among you will be your servant. For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” Matthew 23:11-12
Getting to Know You 1.
If someone offered to give you an all-expenses paid experience, what would you choose—fly a jet, dine at the underwater restaurant in the Maldives, climb Everest, attend the Olympics, or . . . ?
2.
Just as the disciples did in Matthew 18:1, we often struggle with a desire to gain status. What do you think you would get out of an elevated status?
3.
Recognizing that truly humble people know they need others, share with your group about a time when you asked for or accepted help. When have you resisted help? What was the difference in those situations?
4.
Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching, was there anything you heard for the first time or that caught your attention, challenged you, or confused you?
Into the Bible 5.
Read Matthew 18:1-4. Jesus defined humility as becoming like little children. What are the attributes of children that make them humble, and how can we take those on?
