Scripture reading and questions May 27-June 2, 2018 – Darrow Road Wesleyan Church

May 27 – Matthew 18:15-20

When we feel that we have been wronged, do we let it fester, or do we address it as soon as possible?
When addressing hurts and wrongs, how important is humility and grace?
What does it mean that what we bind here on earth will also be bound in heaven?
Do we share our anger and hurt with others to continue our frustration, or do we try to resolve our issues?

May 28 – Genesis 50:15-21

What makes revenge so appealing?
If God really allows evil things so that He can display His goodness, what does this say about His character?
What is our response when we have the proverbial ‘upper hand’ on someone?

May 29 – 1 Kings 8:27-53

Would we take sin more seriously if we knew the entire ramifications of our disobedience?
Why are we so interested in vindicating ourselves when God does this better and freely?

May 30 – Ephesians 4:29-32

How does our bitterness and coarse joking spread like wild fire to other people?
How is our speech a reflection of our relationship with God and others?
How is forgiveness vital for healthy relationships?

May 31 – Matthew 6:5-15

Are our actions done for show, or are they based on our relationship with God?
Are we more concerned with our rewards in the here and now or for eternity?
If we do not forgive others; does God really not forgive us?

June 1 – Mark 11:20-25

When asking for things, how important are our motives?
Do we trust God to remove the barriers in our life, or do we let those barriers take root in our lives?
How do faith and God’s good gifts go together?

June 2 – Luke 17:1-4

Are temptation and sin the same thing?
Do our words, actions, or intentions cause others to sin? If so, what do we need to change?
What makes it so hard to forgive multiple times?

Flipped – The Narrow Way

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Flipped – The Narrow Way

This is the last message of our sermon series called “Flipped”. In it we have looked at Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. That message turned the world upside down! As we draw to a close, Jesus challenges us to make a choice. Do we want to follow the crowd along the wide and easy road towards destruction? Or, are we willing to do the heavy lifting in our own spiritual lives to stay on the narrow path? This is the way that leads to life. It is not the easy path, but it is the path that brings the greatest joy. Join us as we decide which path to take.

Flipped – Belongings

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Flipped – Belongings

This is week 5 of a six week series called “Flipped”. In it, we are looking at the Sermon on the Mount, and how Jesus turned the world upside down with it! Today we examine materialism. Sometimes it’s wanting to keep up with the Jones’s. Other times we are searching for security and think possessions can bring it. But, ultimately only Jesus gives us what we most need. And our relationships are the second greatest gift from God.

Flipped – Healthy Helping

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Flipped – Healthy Helping

Charity is a difficult topic! Many people today sincerely need help. Sadly, many other people abuse the generosity of others. In this message we will look to one aspect of giving found in the Sermon on the Mount. Lord willing, this can give us wisdom to help discern how God is leading us in our own acts of charity.