Discuss It – Matthew 13:31-33
- What small or seemingly insignificant possession is worth a great deal to you? Why?
- What ingredients make for great storytelling?
- In what small or seemingly insignificant ways has God worked in your life?
- How can a Christian be a positive presence among his or her non-Christian friends and relatives?
- What are some ways God might use a person to spread the gospel in a place where there is little Christian influence?
- What are some little things we can do to make a big impact for Christ?
- In what ways has your Christian life grown to bless others (like the mustard seed becoming a big tree)?
Discuss It – Matthew 13:44-46
- What is the difference between value and price?
- How is the value of something determined?
- If the gospel is true and heaven is our destiny, why are we often “ho-hum” about Christ and the Christian life?
- How can we recover the joy and excitement that we had when we first met Christ?
- What sacrifices are you willing to make in order to fully embrace Christ and his kingdom?
- When, if ever, has your faith cost you something?
- What would you say to a someone who says that you can be a good Christian without completely “selling all” to follow Christ?
Discuss It – Matthew 13:47-52
- What is your favorite “fish story”?
- What one question would you like to ask God about heaven?
- Since Jesus is in the fishing business, what can you do to help him catch men and women?
- Why are we often reluctant to talk about hell?
- What could you say to a friend who expressed doubts about even or hell?
- How would it alter the way we live if we kept in mind the fact that God will judge us?
- How can we live more often with the wonder of heaven in mind?
Apply It
- What is one way you could quietly help the gospel permeate your family, workplace, or circle of friends?
- What illustrations, examples, or stories can you share with someone today to help him or her understand your faith in Christ?
- What items do you need to “sell off” this week in order to follow Christ and seek His kingdom?
- With what person will you try to share the wealth you have in Christ today or tomorrow?
- What first step will you take today to recover the joy and wonder of knowing Christ?
- In what way can you remind yourself of heaven this week?
- How can you show your gratitude to God today for making you a “good fish”?