a different way: The Narrow Road

Nov 24, 2024

Explore the profound distinction between the narrow and wide roads of faith, emphasizing true discipleship over superficial beliefs. Reflect on unsettling scriptures about recognition in the kingdom of heaven and the potential for self-deception. Discover the significance of 'Kairos' moments that prompt personal growth and divine guidance. This journey encourages deep-rooted connections with Christ, inspiring listeners to pursue genuine fruitfulness in their spiritual lives.

Ask episode

Chapters

Books

Transcript

Episode notes

Evaluating the True Nature of Faith: The Narrow Path

00:00 • 24min

Recognizing Kairos Moments in Spiritual Growth

23:36 • 16min

Bob Schwahn | Lead Pastor | November 24, 2024

Referenced Scripture: Matthew 7:13-27, Mark 1:14-15, Ephesians 5:15-18, Galatians 5:25

Reflection Questions:

1. How can someone know if they are genuinely a follower of Jesus? (on the Narrow road or the Wide road).

2. According to the Sermon on the Mount, what are some fruit(s) that we should expect in our lives as we become more deeply rooted in Jesus?

3. Read Matthew 7:21-23
- 21“Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name and in your name drive out demons and in your name perform many miracles?’ 23 Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you. Away from me, you evildoers!’
-What thoughts/emotions/questions does this text bring up for you? What makes this text potentially unsettling?

4. How can it be possible to have apparent fruit in our lives when we are not truly rooted in Jesus? How is it that we can live self deception?

5. How can we know for sure that we are doing the will of the Father? How can we learn to hear and respond to the voice of God in our life?

6. How have you experienced God speaking to you through the Holy Spirit?

7. Read Galatians 5:25
-Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.
-What is the next step that the Spirit is asking you to take right now?

What’s your next step?

Connect: We'd love to connect with you! Fill out our Connect Card to receive more information, have us pray for you, or to ask us any questions: http://journeybozeman.com/connectcard
Connect: Get your children connected to our children's ministry, Base Camp: https://journeybozeman.com/children
Connect: Our Student Ministry is for High School and Middle School students: https://journeybozeman.com/students
Give: Want to worship through giving and support the ministry of Journey Church: https://journeybozeman.com/give
Gather: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneyChurchBozeman
Gather: Download our app: https://journeybozeman.com/app
Gather: Join our Facebook Group to stay connected throughout the week: https://facebook.com/groups/JourneyChurchBozeman