Message Notes
Look Back
What was the result of your praying to give God permission to influence every emotion and every thought this week?
Look Up
Read Matthew 28:16-20
- Why did the 11 disciples go to Galilee? What do you think they expected to find?
- What were their initial reactions when Jesus appeared to them? What does this tell us about people?
- What do you think was the reason that Jesus started His message to the disciples the way He did in verse 18? What message was He trying to send?
- Why do you think Jesus told the disciples to “go”? How does this apply to people today?
Read Matthew 5:13-16
- How might these words from Jesus have impacted their response to the direction Jesus gave them in Matthew 28? How are these 2 passages similar? How are they different?
- What do you think is required for a person to be “salt and light”? What does this mean to you personally?
- In what ways can “good deeds” lead to making disciples? Have you ever experienced or witnessed this personally? What good deeds can you do this year to glorify God and make disciples for Jesus?
Overall (Discovery Bible Study)
- What do these scriptures say about God?
- What do they say about people?
- How will I apply this to my life?
Look Ahead
How will you let your light shine before others that they may see your good deeds and glorify God in heaven? Group Note Jesus impacted many lives through His good deeds in showing His care for others. He instructs His followers to do the same. While Bible knowledge is important, opportunities to care for those around us are constantly available and can be a powerful way to make disciples. Encourage group members to look for opportunities to care for the people they encounter this week.
