Buhler MB Church

We are blessed by your presence with us! We do not believe your visit to our church was by chance, so we pray that you would experience God's blessing as we worship, learn, grow, and encourage one another.

Matthew 2: 1-12 For Further Discussion From what we know of the Magi, why was their response to the coming of King Jesus a little odd? What might this story have to say about people seeking the King? Or honoring the King? How does the Magi’s response to Jesus compare (or contrast) with Mary’s response? What can the Magi’s story teach us about responding to Jesus as King?

1 Samuel 8:5-9; 2 Samuel 7:16; Isaiah 9:6 & 7; Matthew 5-7 For Further Discussion Is it difficult to grasp the idea of a true, definitive King that should be followed and obeyed? Do you think people, in general, want to have a king over them? Why or why not? What are the positive aspects of following King Jesus with committed allegiance? Are there negative aspects? What does it say about God that...

1 Samuel 8:5-9; 2 Samuel 7:16; Isaiah 9:6 & 7; Matthew 5-7 For Further Discussion Is it difficult to grasp the idea of a true, definitive King that should be followed and obeyed? Do you think people, in general, want to have a king over them? Why or why not? What are the positive aspects of following King Jesus with committed allegiance? Are there negative aspects? What does it say about God that...

1 Samuel 8:5-9; 2 Samuel 7:16; Isaiah 9:6 & 7; Matthew 5-7 For Further Discussion Is it difficult to grasp the idea of a true, definitive King that should be followed and obeyed? Do you think people, in general, want to have a king over them? Why or why not? What are the positive aspects of following King Jesus with committed allegiance? Are there negative aspects? What does it say about God that...

For Further Discussion Why is it important (especially as Jesus followers) to be thankful? Is it sometimes difficult to be thankful? Why is that? What does genuine thankfulness reveal about us?

For Further Discussion Why is it important (especially as Jesus followers) to be thankful? Is it sometimes difficult to be thankful? Why is that? What does genuine thankfulness reveal about us?

Isaiah 48:11 Missionary Speaker How then can they call on the One they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the One of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone to preach? And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!” Romans 10:14-15

Matthew 7: 13-29 For Further Discussion What might “good fruit” look like in someone’s life? What about “bad fruit”? (vs 17-20) Verses 21 – 23 can be quite alarming. How should we navigate this section? How can we build our house on the strong foundation? (vs. 24-27) What aspects of the Sermon on the Mount stand out to you?

Matthew 7: 7-12 For Further Discussion Why is it difficult to ask for help from others? Is it difficult to ask for help from God? What do Jesus’ illustrations indicate about God as our ultimate Father? (vs. 9-11) How does the Golden Rule (7:12) sum up the Law and Prophets? What seems easy about the Golden Rule? What seems hard?

Matthew 7: 1-6 For Further Discussion Is a follower of Jesus ever called to judge? Why or why not? In a culture that often views the Church as increasingly judgmental, how can a follower of Jesus interact with others while holding fast to the truth? Give an example (positive or negative) of an instance when you have seen the difference between judgment and discernment displayed. What were the effe...

Matthew 6: 25-34 For Further Discussion What are some things you find yourself worrying about? What really comes out of worrying? How do you understand Jesus’ case for not worrying? What can we learn from birds and flowers? What should we do instead of worry? What does it mean to “seek first His Kingdom?” How do worry, anxiety and fear relate to our trust in God?

Matthew 6: 9-15 For Further Discussion What does “holy” mean? How can we encourage God’s name being recognized as holy? Why would anyone be resistant to God’s Kingdom (rule, reign) coming? Is it difficult to pray just for daily provision? What does this suggest about our relationship with God? Why is it hard for us to forgive others when we know how much God has forgiven us? Why is it important fo...

Matthew 6: 9-15 For Further Discussion What does “holy” mean? How can we encourage God’s name being recognized as holy? Why would anyone be resistant to God’s Kingdom (rule, reign) coming? Is it difficult to pray just for daily provision? What does this suggest about our relationship with God? Why is it hard for us to forgive others when we know how much God has forgiven us? Why is it important fo...

Matthew 6: 9-15 For Further Discussion What does “holy” mean? How can we encourage God’s name being recognized as holy? Why would anyone be resistant to God’s Kingdom (rule, reign) coming? Is it difficult to pray just for daily provision? What does this suggest about our relationship with God? Why is it hard for us to forgive others when we know how much God has forgiven us? Why is it important fo...

Matthew 6: 1-18 For Further Discussion Why are we often pulled toward acting as hypocrites or pretenders, especially in “righteous” practices? Do you believe that pretty much everyone is looking for approval from others? What do you think Jesus is referring to when He mentions “rewards”? What compels a Kingdom dweller to practice these acts of righteousness? Which of these – giving, prayer, fastin...

Matthew 5: 33-48 For Further Discussion Why are we compelled to use things like oaths? Why is it better to just leave them out? How should a Kingdom dweller understand “eye for an eye…”? Do unresistant people seem like “door mats”? Why or why not? What does it really mean to love our enemies or those that are annoying, tiresome, mean, unpleasant…?

Matthew 5: 21-32 For Further Discussion Why do you think Jesus would begin this section of the Sermon on the Mount talking about anger and lust? How is lustful intent similar to anger? How do these show non-righteous living? Why do you think Jesus used such provocative language about cutting off body parts? How do Jesus’ comments about divorce raise the standard of righteousness above legalism?

Matthew 5: 17-20 For Further Discussion Why would people think that Jesus was interested in doing away with the Law & Prophets (Hebrew Scriptures)? What seems to be His true view of scriptures? What are some ways that Jesus fulfills Hebrew Scriptures? What does the term “righteousness” mean? Can it have negative connotations? How can we help each other be Jesus followers instead of rule followers?...

Matthew 5: 3-16 For Further Discussion How should we understand this Kingdom that Jesus is preaching about? What do you think it means to be “blessed”? Which of these blessings is most encouraging? Most surprising? Why is it significant that Jesus indicates that blessed people may not look like his audience imagined they should? What does it mean to be salt and light for us today?

Matthew 5 - 7 For Further Discussion If you are familiar with it, what comes to mind when you hear “Sermon on the Mount?” Does it seem that our culture is becoming less and less amicable to Christian ideas and living? If so, how should we react to that? How does it make you feel that Jesus was intentionally addressing ordinary (i.e. not particularly special or important) people at the Sermon? How...

For Further Discussion Considering all 5 chapters of 1 Peter, what sticks out to you most (Leaders: be willing to expand on this and let it take your discussion wherever it might go. This may be the only question you get to during your time!)? What must happen in your life for you to be “done with sin?” (4:1) Discuss what a life that is done with sin would look like( suffering, and how it might lo...

For Further Discussion Does a regular quiet time seem important or not too important? What do you think it means to “abide” in Jesus? Why do we struggle with intentional, alone time with God on a regular basis? What are some things that would help with your quiet time?

We are blessed by your presence with us! We do not believe your visit to our church was by chance, so we pray that you would experience God's blessing as we worship, learn, grow, and encourage one another.

We are blessed by your presence with us! We do not believe your visit to our church was by chance, so we pray that you would experience God's blessing as we worship, learn, grow, and encourage one another.