THE FIRST TO BE LAST (Matthew 20:1-16)

WFR Discussion Guide—Sunday PM, 7-2-06

 

 

 

OPEN IT

 

 

1.    What is the best thing about being 1st?  Is there anything good about being last?

 

       2.     What are some bad things about being 1st?  Being last?

 

EXPLORING THE TEXT [Matthew 20:1-16]

           

 

        3.  What are some truths that you think Jesus was trying to communicate through this parable?

 

4.    How does the context around this parable help with understanding what Jesus was trying to get across to his disciples-then and now?

 

5.    Does God need our help in defining or defending him?  Why do you think we feel so compelled to do it?

 

PERSONALLY SPEAKING

 

6.    Have you ever been jealous of someone in your physical or forever family?  How does envy undermine the family of God?

 

7.    What do you think is the most urgent reason to live your life for Christ?

 

PRAYER