September 19, 2021 Series: Discovering the Mysteries of the Kingdom Message #2: “Discovering the Secret of Caring like Jesus”
Pastor Andrew Burchett
In this message we look at Matthew 9 and how Jesus moved toward those who were far from God instead of drawing back like the religious leaders of his day. We are challenged to put our compassion into action and be motivated by mercy and not judgment.
Life Group Questions:
1) Where are the best opportunities you have to love those who are far from God? (family, work, neighbors on your block, other?)
2) Have you looked at people without Jesus as those who are desperately fill a God shaped hole in their hearts as orphans before? Does that mindset shift your attitude toward loving them more?
3) What does it look like for those far from God to "belong before they believe?"
4) Andrew said, "The world isn't looking for a reflection of itself, it's looking for an alternative way to live." Do you agree with that statement? Why is that true or untrue?
