Week 1

In the parable of the sower, which soil best describes you? Which do you want to be and what changes can you make to become that soil?

In Matthew 11: 28 Jesus says that all who are heavy burdened should go to Him. How would you like Jesus to give you rest for your weary soul?

When have you ever experienced rejection because of following Jesus?

How do different people react to the teachings of Jesus?

What do you see with the people that Jesus healed and what can you learn from them?

In Matthew 8 we see that Jesus calmed the storm while His disciples were terrified. What storms or challenges are you facing in your life that you would like Jesus to address?

Which prophet made the prophecy," In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation and weeping and great mourning. Rachael weeping for her children and would not be comforted because they are not."

What is the significance of prophecy as we see it being fulfilled in the book of Matthew?

In Matthew 8: 1-22 we see different having encounters with Jesus and their faith and trust in Jesus plays a big role in these encounters. What specific situation can you exercise faith and trust in Jesus?

What do you learn about John the Baptist? What lessons can you draw from him?