THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT MAY 28, 2023

WHAT IS MORE THAN CHRISTIAN?
ACTS 11:26

Becoming a Christian is ________. But in the

pages of the Bible, there is _________ an

invitation for anyone to become a Christian.

CHRISTIAN

__________________

One _______________

with Christ.

WHAT WE'VE BEEN CALLED TO

MATTHEW 7:26 – 8:13

It's easy to call yourself a "Christian,"

but are you a Jesus _____________?

WHAT WILL BE OUR BRAND?

It's easier to wear the _________ of "Christian"

than to be an __________ follower of Jesus.

Jesus understood that many

would be content to just _________

and not put it into _____________.

Jesus never invited anyone to

be a _____________, He invited

us to be a follower.

Life Group Discussion:

1. Think of someone who seems "opposite" of you in a number of

ways. This could be someone who looks or lives differently from

you, or who has wronged you in some way. Imagine doing

something to bless that person. What barriers arise in your mind?

2. Read Matthew 5:38-48. What stands out to you? How would you

contrast our natural responses in such situations with the responses

Jesus expects of us?

3. Jesus' quotation of "Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth" comes from

Exodus 21:24. The Pharisees evidently extended this principle from

the law courts (where it belonged) to the realm of personal

relationships (where it did not belong). What consequences might

have resulted?

4. Read Matthew 8:1-13. Lepers were outcasts in Jewish society and

were required to shout "Unclean, unclean!" wherever they went.

What impresses you about Jesus' encounter with the man?

5. Look at the centurion's response to Jesus. Why would Jesus be

pleased with him? How does Jesus' encounter with the centurion

prompt His response in verses 11-12?

6. Read Matthew 7:26-27. Name someone you would consider an

outstanding Jesus follower (as opposed to just wearing the label

of "Christian"). Why do you think so?

7. Based on the message, where would you put yourself on this

scale? Why would you place yourself there? What next steps do

you need to take to become more of a follower of Jesus?

CHRISTIAN {- - - - - - - - - - l - - - - - - - - - -} JESUS FOLLOWER