Four Soils
Matt Trombley | Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 | July 13, 2025
Discussion Questions
1. Where did the Holy Spirit speak or challenge you through God’s Word? Were there any “ah-ah” moments?
2. This weekend we learned about the different soils, which represent different receptionsof the Gospel. What do you observe as the key differences between the soils?
3. Jesus is clearly teaching that many who hear the Gospel will not become a believer. How do you think this should impact how often and to who we share the Gospel?
4. Throughout scripture, fruit is consistently seen as evidence of true faith. Read James2:14-26, and discuss how James deals with this concept in his letter. What similarities do you see between the two passages?
5. Matt talked about three types of fruit; Repentance, Reflection, and Reproduction. Where do you see these fruits in your life today, and where do you want to see more fruit?
Forgiveness
Mike Romberger | Matthew 18:21-35 | July 6, 2025
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
1. Where did the Holy Spirit speak or challenge you through God’s Word? Were there any “ah-ah” moments?
2. Why does Jesus use parables?
3. In the sermon it was said, “Forgiveness is something every one of us wants from others yet find it hard to give to others.” What are some reasons it is so hard to forgive those who have hurt you?
4. Please read Matthew 18:21-22. At what point can you stop forgiving someone?
5. Please read Matthew 18:23-27. Which statement is correct: “Forgiven people should forgive people” … or “Forgiven people must forgive people”? (Also see Colossians 3:12-14)
6. Please read Matthew 18:28-31. What was the biggest problem with the actions of the forgiven servant? How does that apply to us today?
7. Please read Matthew 18:32-35. From these final verses of this story, what hits you the most personally?