Two Responses to the King
This week’s texts from Scripture are:
Sermon Outline:
The Question: What Happens When You Encounter Greatness?
Two Groups, Two Responses
The Pharisees: Knowing About God
The Disciples: Knowing God
The Danger of the Outside-In Life
The Invitation to an Inside-Out Faith
A Living Example: Paul’s Transformation
Two Questions for Holy Week
Application Questions…
Comprehension Questions
(These will help you open the scriptures and understand the text.)
What are the two groups highlighted in Luke’s account of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem?
How do the Pharisees respond to Jesus in this passage?
What specific reason does Luke give for the disciples’ praise?
What is the key difference between “knowing about God” and “knowing God”?
How does Paul describe his former life in Philippians 3?
Life Application
When have you experienced “star-struck” awe, and how does that compare to your response to Jesus?
Do you tend to approach God from the outside-in or inside-out? Why?
Where are you tempted to “bargain” with God in your life?
Are you more prone to spiritual exhaustion or spiritual pride?
What would it look like for your life to become more like worship this week?
How can you intentionally seek to know Jesus, not just learn about Him?
What role does grace currently play in your daily life?
Which moment of Holy Week do you most need to reflect on this year?
How can you walk with your church community more intentionally this week?
If someone observed your life, would they see worship or performance?