Matthew 5:11-16

READ

Matthew 5:11-16

EXPLORE

  1. What stands out to you in the text?

  2. Why does Jesus say that the blessed are those who are persecuted in His name? 

  3. What does it mean to be Salt and Light of the world? How does Jesus challenge and encourage us to good works using these analogies?

APPLY

  1. Jesus calls on us to rejoice and be glad when we are persecuted. When you feel rejected or misunderstood because of your faith, what is your response? 

    How can it further be shaped by Jesus’ example?

  2. What do you find most valuable to you in maintaining the Salt and Light of your life? What seems to hinder it the most?

  3. What are some examples of how we can let our “lights shine before others” with good works?

PRAY

For the needs of each other

For our CG’s to continue to be witnesses for the gospel to our communities

John Campbell