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Monday: The Cookie Crumble

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Reflect on how Jesus’ words often contradict what the world sees as wisdom. Consider your reactions when encountering a piece of wisdom that challenges your comfort zone. This week’s sermon challenges us to not treat Jesus’ words as mere platitudes.

Reflection Questions:

1. Are there moments when you reduce Jesus’ teachings to mere “sweet sayings” rather than transformative truths?
2. How can you maintain the powerful impact of Jesus’ teachings in your daily life?

Additional Reading:

• Proverbs 2:6-11

Tuesday: The Blessings and the Woes

Scripture: Luke 6:20-26

Focus on the differences between Matthew and Luke’s Beatitudes as presented in the sermon. Luke includes both blessings and woes, which add depth to understanding Jesus’ message. Reflect on how the addition of woes challenges us to examine our own lives and perceptions.

Reflection Questions:

1. Does the inclusion of the woes in Luke change your understanding of who is blessed?
2. In what ways do you identify with the blessings or the woes?

Additional Reading:

• Isaiah 5:20-23

Wednesday: Reversing the Order

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

The sermon references Mary’s song and Simeon’s prophecy, emphasizing God’s intention to reorder societal norms. Consider how you see God reversing the status quo, both in scripture and in contemporary society.

Reflection Questions:

1. What examples can you identify in your life or community where God has reversed societal norms?
2. How can you actively participate in God’s reversal of injustice?

Additional Reading:

• James 2:1-7

Thursday: Recognizing True Blessedness

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-8

The sermon encourages understanding blessing not through worldly standards but through God’s declaration. Reflect on the concept that being blessed is not tied to wealth or success, but to being God’s beloved.

Reflection Questions:

1. How do you define being blessed in your own life?
2. What practices can help you realize and appreciate God’s blessings despite your circumstances?

Additional Reading:

• Ephesians 1:3-14

Friday: Acting with Compassion

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-40

The call to stand with those in need is central in the Beatitudes and the sermon. Reflect on how Jesus’ teachings push us to be compassionate and active in supporting others.

Reflection Questions:

1. In what specific ways can you embody Jesus’ compassion in your daily interactions?
2. Who in your community can you reach out to and support today?

Additional Reading:

Micah 6:6-8