READ:

Matthew 7:13-29 • Joshua 24:15 • John 14:6 • James 1:22

DISCUSS:

• What four decisions did Jesus present in this teaching?

• How can we know if we are walking on the wide path or the narrow path? Compare and contrast the narrow and wide paths? What are the destinations of each?

• How can we know if a particular teaching from the Word is true or false? Why are false teachings appealing at times? What false teachings are popular today?

• How can we be certain that we know Jesus both as the Savior of our soul and the Lord of our lives?

• Why is Jesus’ parable of the two builders a fitting conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount? What’s the difference between the wise and foolish man?

• What does casual and comfortable Christianity look like, and how does that compare to the life Jesus is calling His followers to live?

PRAY:

Pray that you honor Christ in all your big and small decisions.

RESPOND:

Pick one major decision you have to make this week. Commit that you will make the decision that most honors Christ.