Reflection Questions
These questions are designed to help you think through how to apply the recent sermon message to your life.
Recap:
In today's world, we often think being blessed is about having nice things or looking successful, like those #blessed posts on social media. But this passage in Luke shows us that true blessing is deeper than that. It's about hearing and obeying God's Word. Jesus challenges people who are more interested in miracles than in listening to God's message. He warns against being like the Pharisees, who focused on looking religious but missed the point of loving God and others. This passage encourages us to care more about what God thinks than what people think, and to stand up for our faith even when it's tough. True blessing comes from living in obedience to God, which brings real joy and peace, not just outward success.
In today's world, we often think being blessed is about having nice things or looking successful, like those #blessed posts on social media. But this passage in Luke shows us that true blessing is deeper than that. It's about hearing and obeying God's Word. Jesus challenges people who are more interested in miracles than in listening to God's message. He warns against being like the Pharisees, who focused on looking religious but missed the point of loving God and others. This passage encourages us to care more about what God thinks than what people think, and to stand up for our faith even when it's tough. True blessing comes from living in obedience to God, which brings real joy and peace, not just outward success.
Head
How does Jesus' teaching in Luke 11-12 challenge our usual ideas of what it means to be "blessed"? What are some ways we might need to rethink our understanding of blessing in light of this passage?
Heart
Are there areas in your life where you are living for the approval of others? What would it look like to live for an audience of One?
Hands
Is there an area in your life where you can take a stand for Jesus—in your family, in your workplace, in your school? What is one practical step you can take this week to start living this out?