Sermon Discussion Guide: 5/11/25

Sermon Recap

Title: Advancing the Kingdom pt. 2

Text: Matthew 10:26-42

Big Idea: Jesus gives us encouragement as we live to advance His Kingdom.

Encouragement 1: Don't be afraid (10:26-33)

Encouragement 2: Love Jesus most (10:34-39)

Encouragement 3: You're not alone (10:40-42)

Discussion Questions

1. In what ways is God calling you to specifically advance His Kingdom? Do you find yourself being obedient to that call or shying away from it?

2. What obstacles, trials, or fears are holding yo back from God's call for your life?

3. How would you respond to someone who says "I can't believe in a God who allows so much evil and suffering in the world"?

4. How does God's sovereignty and care remedy our fears? Talk about the difficulty that exists in truly trusting God over our fears.

5. What do you have the most difficulty not prioritizing over God (kids, spouse, etc.)? How have you, or how do you think you would respond if God took that person/thing away? Share a story.

6. How have you found a blessed welcome in coming across a fellow believer when you didn't expect it?

7. How do you think unbelievers will respond to you if you were to share your faith? Have you ever been surprised at a response? Share.