SERMON QUESTIONS
It is our deep conviction that the Bible is not just to be listened to (Deut. 6:4), but studied (2 Tim. 2:15), meditated upon (Ps 1:2), memorized (Ps. 119:11), and, ultimately, applied to our lives (James 1:22). Because of this, our Bible studies revolve around the study, meditation, memorization, and application of God’s inspired Word to our lives. Below are sermon questions that correspond to our Sunday morning teaching, so that we slow down and really take in what God is trying to tell us as a church Ohana. These questions will be discussed at our weekly Bible Studies.
For all answers, use Scripture to support your answer as best as possible.
Read Matthew 20:20–28
What convicts or encourages you in this passage?
What is the meaning of the mother’s question (verse 21)? we might scoff at this question, but how do we actually desire the same thing for ourselves?
What is the “cup” that Jesus refers to in verse 22?
How are we supposed to be different than the rulers of the Gentiles (see verses 25–27)?
What would it practically look like for you to be a servant to others in your home? What about at your work?
What is the reason we are to be a servant to others (see verse 28)? Why is it so significant that the Son of Man came to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many?
What practical steps can we follow to help us grow in humility?
Practice
Meditate on how Christ served us, and then consider how you can serve others with joy
Meditation/Memory Verse(s)
“the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
—Matthew 20:28