EPIC: High-Impact Truths in the New Testament – Part 3

Discussion Questions: Read Matthew 7:1-5. What is the main point? How does it parallel Romans 2:17-24? Read Matthew 7:6. Describe a time you tried to share the truth with someone who didn’t want to hear it. What did you learn from that experience? And from this Scripture? Read Matthew 7:7-11. How is this evangelistic? How does it point to the goodness of God? Read Matthew 7:12. This is commonly referred to as “the golden rule.” How does it fall short of a new covenant, grace-based motivation for treating others well? Read Matthew 7:13-14. Describe the narrow gate. Describe the wide gate. Reader Matthew 7:17-19. React to this statement: I’m a good tree that bears good fruit. Read Matthew 7:21-23. Why does Jesus tell some to depart from Him? How do we know they were not ever believers?