13 September
Kingdom Priorities of the Heart (Matthew 15:1-39)
Jesus confronts empty religion and points to the deeper issue of the heart. True righteousness flows from inner transformation, and God’s compassion extends beyond boundaries to all who come to him in faith. (Note: study questions for the message are released on the church’s sermon page on the Monday after each sermon, and to find them, go here and scroll until you find the Sunday listed: https://wcc.org.au/podcasts/media/series.)
Comprehensive Questions
- What traditions did Jesus challenge in Matthew 15?
- How did Jesus respond to the faith of the Canaanite woman?
Going Deeper Questions
- Why does Jesus emphasise the condition of the heart over external practices?
- What does this chapter reveal about the scope of God’s mercy?
Personal Application Questions
- Are there outward habits that have become disconnected from genuine faith?
- What areas of your heart need God’s transforming work?
