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<ol>
<li>What stood out to you in this message?</li>



<li>When you hear the phrase “eye for an eye,” what has it implied to you—limited justice or revenge? Explain.</li>



<li>Many people have felt that this passage is a call to passivity? Explain how you see it after this message.</li>



<li>How have you tended to respond to an insults? Do you find it difficult to overlook situations like this?</li>



<li>Followers of Christ are called to live by the law of sacrificial love instead of the law of reciprocity (returning a commensurate response whether good or bad). Explain your journey from the law of reciprocity to the law of sacrificial love.</li>



<li>What is a relationship in life that has stretched you in turning the other cheek, giving up your cloak, or going the extra mile?</li>
</ol>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/the-narrow-way-part-6-turn-the-other-cheek/">The Narrow Way, Part 6: Turn the Other Cheek</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.restonbible.org">Reston Bible Church</a>.</p>


<description>&lt;p&gt;Followers of Christ are called to not take a commensurate response to injury, but to stand against evil by being willing to overlook an insult, give sacrificially to others, and serve those who don’t deserve it,&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The post &lt;a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/the-narrow-way-part-6-turn-the-other-cheek/"&gt;The Narrow Way, Part 6: Turn the Other Cheek&lt;/a&gt; appeared first on &lt;a href="https://www.restonbible.org"&gt;Reston Bible Church&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
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Followers of Christ are called to not take a commensurate response to injury, but to stand against evil by being willing to overlook an insult, give sacrificially to others, and serve those who don’t deserve it, The post The Narrow Way, Part 6: Turn the Other Cheek appeared first on Reston Bible Church.

The Narrow Way, Part 6: Turn the Other Cheek


<h4 class="wp-block-heading">DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR SHEPHERD GROUPS</h4>



<ol>
<li>What stood out to you in this message?</li>



<li>When you first read Matthew 10:34-37 what impressions come to mind? Does this seem consistent with perceptions you typically would have of the Bible?</li>



<li>In what ways do you see the message of the gospel bringing division in the world today?</li>



<li>How have you experienced division in your own life as a result of the gospel, the Bible, or your own faith?</li>



<li>What should a follower of Jesus do to ensure that it is the gospel that brings division and not our human efforts?</li>



<li>What is a current situation that contains division in your own life this Christmas season? Spend some time in prayer for these situations.</li>
</ol>



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<p><strong><a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermon-series/ready-for-battle-the-armor-of-god/">Ready for Battle: The Armor of God<br></a></strong>Sermon Series | Jim Supp | 2018</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/the-narrow-way-part-5-the-gospel-brings-disruption/">The Narrow Way, Part 5: The Gospel Brings Disruption</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.restonbible.org">Reston Bible Church</a>.</p>


<description>&lt;p&gt;Embracing the gospel is a call to put Christ above everything, to be prepared for disruption, to radically pray for those who need Him, and to radically love those who need Him.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The post &lt;a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/the-narrow-way-part-5-the-gospel-brings-disruption/"&gt;The Narrow Way, Part 5: The Gospel Brings Disruption&lt;/a&gt; appeared first on &lt;a href="https://www.restonbible.org"&gt;Reston Bible Church&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
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Embracing the gospel is a call to put Christ above everything, to be prepared for disruption, to radically pray for those who need Him, and to radically love those who need Him. The post The Narrow Way, Part 5: The Gospel Brings Disruption appeared first on Reston Bible Church.

The Narrow Way, Part 5: The Gospel Brings Disruption


<h4 class="wp-block-heading">DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR SHEPHERD GROUPS</h4>



<ol>
<li>What stood out to you in the message?</li>



<li>When you consider the church at large, how do you feel the matter of “judging” is handled: generally well, not so well, or mixed?</li>



<li>Why is the matter of judging so difficult and so easily mishandled?</li>



<li>How did you respond to the assessment of the cultural shift in our world that fuels the admonishment “Don’t judge?”</li>



<li>What do believe are the steps to maintaining a foundation of humility for the process of assessing yourself and others in situations that could be difficult?</li>



<li>How have you seen the truth from Ephesians 4:15 (to speak the truth in love) modeled by others?</li>



<li>How have you sought to be more open to the feedback of others in your journey?</li>
</ol>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/the-narrow-way-part-4-dont-judge/">The Narrow Way, Part 4: Don&#8217;t Judge</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.restonbible.org">Reston Bible Church</a>.</p>


<description>&lt;p&gt;When Jesus said, "Judge not, that you be not judged," He did not mean that we should never pass judgment, but that we should assess the standard we are judging by, assess ourselves, and assess the situation. We are called to handle all situations with humility, speak the truth in love, and always be open to correction.  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The post &lt;a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/the-narrow-way-part-4-dont-judge/"&gt;The Narrow Way, Part 4: Don&amp;#8217;t Judge&lt;/a&gt; appeared first on &lt;a href="https://www.restonbible.org"&gt;Reston Bible Church&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
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When Jesus said, "Judge not, that you be not judged," He did not mean that we should never pass judgment, but that we should assess the standard we are judging by, assess ourselves, and assess the situation. We are called to handle all situations with humility, speak the truth in love, and always be open to correction. The post The Narrow Way, Part 4: Don&#8217;t Judge appeared first on Reston Bible Church.

The Narrow Way, Part 4: Don’t Judge


<h4 class="wp-block-heading">DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR SHEPHERD GROUPS</h4>



<ol>
<li>What stood out to you in this message?</li>



<li>When Pastor Jim spoke about the tendency of all people toward idolatry, how did that strike you?  Do you believe this is true? Why or why not?</li>



<li>Jesus pulled the thread on the rich young man’s efforts to follow the commandments and be self-justified. Jesus ultimately exposed the inadequacy of relying on good works for salvation. Discuss the place of works in your own journey with Christ.</li>



<li>In an effort to focus on Christ, discuss how well you do in the day to day at seeing God as the giver of all good things?</li>



<li>If all things belong to the Lord how do you seek to steward those resources for the glory of God?</li>



<li>Giving to the things of the Lord is a challenge for many Christ followers. How have you navigated the road of sacrificial giving in your own personal journey?</li>
</ol>



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<p><strong><a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/wisdom-for-living-part-7-proper-perspective-on-possessions/">Wisdom for Living, Part 7: Proper Perspective on Possessions<br></a></strong>Sermon by Pastor Jim Supp | March 6, 2022</p>



<p><strong><a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/my-heart-and-my-wallet-a-theology-of-wealth/">My Heart and My Wallet: A Theology of Wealth</a><br></strong>Sermon by Pastor Jim Supp | November 12, 2023</p>



<p><strong><a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/my-heart-and-my-wallet-a-theology-of-giving/">My Heart and My Wallet: A Theology of Giving</a><br></strong>Sermon by Pastor Jim Supp | November 19, 2023</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/the-narrow-way-part-3-the-problem-with-idols/">The Narrow Way, Part 3: The Problem with Idols</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.restonbible.org">Reston Bible Church</a>.</p>


<description>&lt;p&gt;The story of the rich young ruler exposes how easily idols keep us from fully following Jesus. When we embrace God as the giver of all, we can rely on Him as we faithfully steward and purposefully give.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The post &lt;a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/the-narrow-way-part-3-the-problem-with-idols/"&gt;The Narrow Way, Part 3: The Problem with Idols&lt;/a&gt; appeared first on &lt;a href="https://www.restonbible.org"&gt;Reston Bible Church&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
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The story of the rich young ruler exposes how easily idols keep us from fully following Jesus. When we embrace God as the giver of all, we can rely on Him as we faithfully steward and purposefully give. The post The Narrow Way, Part 3: The Problem with Idols appeared first on Reston Bible Church.

The Narrow Way, Part 3: The Problem with Idols


<h4 class="wp-block-heading">DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR SHEPHERD GROUPS</h4>



<ol>
<li>What stood out to you in this sermon?</li>



<li>When you have considered the notion of standing before God at the end of time to give an account of your life, what have your thoughts been about that?</li>



<li>How would you describe your level of ability to discern false teaching from truth as you take in teaching various teaching from various sources?</li>



<li>What have you noticed about the church and theology in the current environment of church culture?</li>



<li>We talked about God’s desire to have believers in Christ come before him in confidence and without fear at the end of time. Describe your level of confidence as you consider that meeting.</li>



<li>Do you tend to walk in confidence or in doubt regarding your faith in Christ? Explain.</li>



<li>Describe if how this message was convicting, encouraging or both in your journey.</li>
</ol>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/the-narrow-way-part-2-depart-from-me/">The Narrow Way, Part 2: Depart from Me</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.restonbible.org">Reston Bible Church</a>.</p>


<description>&lt;p&gt;All people will give an account for their lives before the Lord. To some, He will say, "I never knew you; depart from Me." But those who truly believe in Jesus and His finished work can rest in the certainty that He knows us and we know Him. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The post &lt;a href="https://www.restonbible.org/sermons/the-narrow-way-part-2-depart-from-me/"&gt;The Narrow Way, Part 2: Depart from Me&lt;/a&gt; appeared first on &lt;a href="https://www.restonbible.org"&gt;Reston Bible Church&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
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All people will give an account for their lives before the Lord. To some, He will say, "I never knew you; depart from Me." But those who truly believe in Jesus and His finished work can rest in the certainty that He knows us and we know Him. The post The Narrow Way, Part 2: Depart from Me appeared first on Reston Bible Church.

The Narrow Way, Part 2: Depart from Me

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