Rip Off

The words of Jesus in the New Testament can be a source of enormous comfort: “I will give you rest.” “I am with you always.” “I give you my peace.” But Jesus wasn’t just a one-note positivity preacher – he was also known to use his public speaking to shock and challenge his listeners to teach them vital spiritual lessons. Happening upon these lesser-understood passages from the Bible can confuse us even to this day.

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Discussion Guide

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Welcome to the first week of Life Groups! Let’s spend a few minutes getting acquainted (or reacquainted) before we begin. Please share your name with the group and if you’ve been a part of a life group at Journey of Faith before.

Introduction

This week, we’re beginning a new series called Wait, Jesus Said What? We’ll look at some of Jesus’ most startling and difficult sayings and work together to understand the truth he wants us to learn. Today, were going to look at this confusing statement from Jesus: “If your eye or hand causes you to sin… gouge it out or cut it off.” Wait, what? But before we start discussing this, let’s start with something easier!

Connect

Let’s start our discussion time with some “get-to-know-you” questions.

What is something you have completely gotten rid of because you realized you didn’t need it anymore?

What is one habit you have successfully changed?

Are you more likely to make changes gradually or make one big change all at once?