Series: Kingdom of the Beloved Part 7: Listen to Him
Preaching Text: Matthew 17:1-9
Supplemental Texts: Exodus 24:12-18, Psalm 99, 2 Peter 1:16-21
Preacher: Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
HABITS TO CULTIVATE A LISTENING LIFE
Practice pause.
Listen to and obey Jesus.
Read scripture in light of Jesus.
Fast.
Pray and wait.
Eliminate distractions.
Message Reflection Questions
Begin with silent prayer to center your heart.
What are the similarities and differences between listening to others and listening to God?
Reflect on Matthew 17:1-9. Why was it important for the disciples to see Jesus with both Moses and Elijah? (for clues, see Malachi 4:5 and Deuteronomy 18:15)
Why do you think God said: “This is my son, whom I love…listen to him” to the disciples on the mount of transfiguration?
How does 2 Peter 1:16-21 guide us to become better listeners to Jesus?
How does regular time listening to Jesus prepare a person to share the message of Jesus with others?
What changes do you need to make to better listen to God and follow his direction? Maybe consider giving something up for lent and share that with your group.
Close in prayer. Ask God to change your heart, to instruct you and to give you endurance to obey.
Make plans to attend Ash Wednesday Service on Feb 26 at 7PM together.
Daily Readings
We finished our series in Matthew and we begin our Lent series on Wednesday! You can sign up to have the emails sent to your inbox at www.stillnaz.com/lent2023. Or you can pick up a physical copy at one of our campuses.
Monday: 2 Peter 1:16-21
Tuesday: Psalm 99
Wednesday: Psalm 51:1-6
Thursday: Psalm 51:7-12
Friday: Psalm 51:13-19
Helpful Instructions for reading
Start with silence. Relax in God’s presence. Imagine resting with Jesus.
Thank God for something that happened in the last 24 hours.
Read the verses slowly. Ask:
a. What does this teach me about God?
b. What does this teach me about God’s kingdom?
c. What needs to adjust in me to live according to His kingdom?
4. Finish in prayer for yourself, your family, your neighbors, your co-workers, your church. Pray through the nations at www.prayercast.com/nations.html.
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