Kingdom Access
OUTLINE:
MAIN POINT: Kingdom Access is only found in God’s given path of following Jesus.
I. The Heart to follow Jesus v16-24
II. The Grace to follow Jesus v25-26
III. The Reward of following Jesus 27-30
Beyond the Walls (Grace and Growth)
Weekly Reading:
Day 1 — The Question We All Ask
Scripture: Matthew 19:16; John 6:28–29
What are you tempted to do to prove that you are good enough for God?
Where do you find yourself relying on your own efforts instead of God’s grace?
How does the gospel change the way you think about eternal life?
Day 2 — Good Enough?
Scripture: Matthew 19:17–20; Romans 3:23
Do you ever compare your goodness with the goodness of other people?
What does your sin reveal about your need for Jesus?
How should knowing that you cannot save yourself affect your dependence upon Christ?
Day 3 — What Owns You?
Scripture: Matthew 19:21–22; Matthew 6:21
What earthly possession or pursuit could compete with Jesus for your heart?
What would be difficult for you to surrender if Jesus asked you to?
Where does your treasure reveal what you truly value?
Day 4 — Impossible!
Scripture: Matthew 19:23–26; Ephesians 2:8–9
What makes salvation impossible for you to earn?
Why is grace such good news?
How should God’s power to save change the way you view your own weakness?
Day 5 — Follow Me
Scripture: Matthew 19:21; Luke 9:23
Is there an area of your life where you want Jesus as Savior but struggle to follow Him as Lord?
What would it look like for you to follow Jesus more faithfully today?
What is one area of your life where you need to surrender your own way to Christ?
Day 6 — Is It Worth It?
Scripture: Matthew 19:27–29; Philippians 3:7–8
What sacrifice has following Jesus required from you?
Do you ever focus more on what you have given up than on what you have gained in Christ?
What helps you remember that Jesus is worth following even when obedience is difficult?
Day 7 — Grace Changes Everything
Scripture: Matthew 19:30; Titus 3:5–7
Are you living as though you need to earn God’s approval, or as someone who has already received His grace?
How does God’s grace motivate you to follow Jesus today?
What would change this week if you truly believed that Jesus—not your possessions, accomplishments, or circumstances—is your greatest treasure?
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