In the Gospel writings of Matthew, Mark, and Luke we have the bulk of Jesus’ teachings on the Kingdom. Jesus’ parables centered on the nature of the Kingdom of God. Today we are examining what is the Value of the Kingdom
Brain Storm:Value of the Kingdom
Main Text : Matthew 13:44-46, Mark 10:17-24
- What do the Parables of the Hidden Treasure and Pearl of Great Price have in common?
- What is the main point of these parables?
- How should it affect our values and Our lives?
- Why do you think Jesus requires the rich young ruler to divest himself of his fortune?
- Why did this trouble him so much?
- What do you think could be the spiritual dangers of focusing only on accumulating wealth?
- Why did Jesus ask the man to follow him? In what sense was this a great privilege the man?
- Why did he reject the offer?
- What did Jesus teach us about the value and worth of the Kingdom?
- What helps us to appreciate its true value?
Take Away:
From the lessons examined today, what is your understanding of the Value of the Kingdom of God?
To understand what Jesus meant by “kingdom of God,” we need to be able to answer the following questions. What is it really? What is its essence? How is it related to Jesus’ person and work? How does it relate to your own life? And when does it come?
