Small Group Questions | Not a Fan | Week 5
 

1. Can you think of any areas in your life where you struggle with saying one thing and doing another? How does this impact those around you?

2. Why do you think it’s often easier to set high standards for others than to follow those same standards ourselves? What might be some reasons we fall into this pattern?

3. Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn said, “the line separating good and evil… passes… right through every human heart.” What do you think this means? How might this apply to your own life?

4. In Matthew 23:11-12, Jesus says, “the greatest among you must be a servant.” What does it look like to be a humble servant in today’s world? Are there areas in your life where you might need more humility?

5. Jesus criticized the Pharisees for focusing on appearances and missing the heart of the law. What are some ways we might be tempted to focus on the “letter” of our faith while missing its deeper meaning?

6. Jesus challenged the Pharisees’ lack of self-awareness. How important do you think self-awareness is in your walk with God? What are some practical ways to grow in self-awareness?

7. The sermon challenged us to “shine light on the shadows” and confront things like fear, shame, or anger. What is one area in your life where you could use God’s healing? How can others in the group support you in this?

8. Jesus’ words in Matthew 23 caution against complacency. Are there areas of your faith or life where you feel complacent or “comfortable”? What might it look like to push beyond that?

9. Are you more likely to be influenced by societal or political opinions than by biblical principles? How can we stay accountable to what the Bible teaches rather than our biases?

10. The sermon emphasized daily reflection. How can you begin incorporating daily reflection into your routine? What specific questions or actions could help you grow closer to Christ each day?