Christ Makes Sense of It All (Matthew 5:17-20)

Key Idea: The key to understanding Scripture is understanding our Savior. I. Christ offers Scripture a greater priority – not us, but Jesus Because Scripture is about Christ more than us: A. We approach it with greater gravity B. We approach it with greater gladness II. Christ offers Scripture a greater focus – not rules, […]
Looking Up to Look Out (Matthew 5:14-16)
Key Idea: Looking out (evangelism) is rooted in whether we are looking in or looking up. I. Hiding our faith is rooted in looking in (wrong worries and fears) Four ways we hide our light when we look in: A. We conceal B. We compromise C. We conform D. We congretate II. Sharing our faith […]
Be Salt Not Salty (Matthew 5:13)

Key Idea: To be salt is to seek to make things better and stop things from getting worse, by living as faithful citizens of God’s kingdom, to make known our King. Two questions about being the salt of the earth: We live faithfully by being guided by truth and love:
Kingdom Citizens and Earthly Relationships (Matthew 5:8-12)

Key idea: We as kingdom citizens see earthly relationships differently because of our King and his kingdom mission. Three kingdom truths to pursue that will guide, grow, restore, and give purpose to our everyday relationships and interactions.
Mercy: A Sacrifice of Our Idols (Matthew 5:7)
Session 12 – Anchored in God, Hungering for God (Matthew 5:5-6)

Session 12 – Small Group Study Guide Anchored in God, Hungering for God | Matthew 5:5-6 Download: PDF | Word Doc View Resource
Anchored in God; Hungering for God (Matthew 5:5-6)

I. Anchored in God (Matthew 5:5) Defining MeeknessThe Foundation of Meekness (Psalm 37) “Meekness is not weakness but strength under control – a strength that is completely anchored in God’s sovereignty and surrendered to God’s purposes” The Effects of Meekness II. Hungering for God (Matthew 5:6) A Craving for Righteous Living Displaying Humility in the […]
Session 11 – The Profit of a Generous Life (Luke 16:1-13)

Session 11 – Small Group Study Guide The Profit of a Generous Life | Luke 16:1-13 Download: PDF | Word Doc View Resource
Rooted Retreat 2026 Session 3: Matthew 6:33 – Treasure and Committed Living

Key Idea: Prioritize God and He will take care of everything else Discussion Questions:
Rooted Retreat 2026 Session 2: Matthew 6:25-34 – Treasure and Worry-Free Living

Key Idea: When you treasure God, you do not need to worry. Discussion Questions: