The Narrowness of the Kingdom Way (Part 1): The Marks of a Non-Disciple
March 8, 2009 · Filed Under Uncategorized
Matthew 7:13-20
- As he is winding down the sermon, why do you think Jesus shares what he does in this text at this point in the discourse?
- When you think about the “kingdom way” being narrow, what things come to mind? What makes it narrow?
- What is the difference between a false teacher and someone who has wrong doctrine? Another way to ask this question is: Assuming that you have some false doctrinal beliefs, why are you not a false teacher?
- Read 2 Peter 2:1-22. How are false teachers described by Peter? What types of things do they do? Do you notice any parallels to any contemporary individuals or groups that we should be aware of and steer clear of?
- Read Jeremiah 23:15-18. What are these false prophets guilty of? Are there any modern day parallels that you can think of?
- Four ways of recognizing false teaching were mentioned. Is there anything that you would add to these? Why is it important to interpret the Bible in the context of community? Have you ever had your interpretation or understanding corrected because you checked it with the community? Tell about it.
- Why is it important to have a hierarchy of theology? What doctrines do you think would be on the top level? What are some lower level theological issues that we lift up higher than we ought?
- Pray for protection for our church, your family and your own spiritual life from false teachers. Pray for specific people to choose the “narrow” way.
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