TODAY:

The Kingdom’s Economy (Part 1)

BIG IDEA:

Jesus seeks redemption, reconciliation & restoration –

not regulation, retaliation & rejection.

SCRIPTURES:

Matthew 18:1-19:12, John 3:16-17, Philippians 2:1-8, Deuteronomy 24:1-4

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:

Q: How would you compare the “economy” of the world vs. the “economy” of

Jesus & His Kingdom?

Q: How do the Scriptures/concepts from this week help you grow as a disciple

who loves God, loves people & serves the world (lives on incarnational

mission) in everyday life?

Q: Based on these Scriptures, how can you move from unbelief to belief, from

just knowing to actually doing in your life?

Connect with God (UP)…

Q: Read Matthew 18:1-19:12. How do you see the economies of the world & of

Jesus’ Kingdom colliding? Which economy feels more natural to you?

Q: What do you think about the quote, “If dependance on God is the goal, then

weakness is a virtue.”?

Q: Can you clearly articulate the difference that Jesus’ grace has made in your

life? If not, why not?

Connect with Others (IN)…

Q: Read Matthew 18:15-17. Have you ever gone through this process of

handling conflict before? If not, how did you handle it & how did it turn out?

Q: Why are things like regulation, retaliation & rejection so much easier &

more natural than redemption, reconciliation & restoration?

Connect with the World (OUT)…

Q: Read Matthew 18:12-14. How is Jesus calling you to “go out & search for

the one”?