Matthew 7: 7-12

Ask, Seek, Knock

1. Review vs 7-11

After reading this passage, what are some of your thoughts?

-Is Christ saying that all you have to do is ask and what you desire will be given to you? Is this assessment consistent with Scripture?

-If God gave you everything that you desired, would that increase your faith or decrease it?

-Do you currently turn to God only when you need something? Is He your personal vending machine?

2. In v 11, Jesus compares God as a Father to an earthly father.

-Do you view God as a Father?

-What are some ways in which God compares to or contrasts your earthly father?

-How does your view of your earthly father affect how you approach God as a Father?

-What are some examples of the "good gifts" that God can give you? Could His "good gifts" be something that you wouldn't want- like a painful trial? 

3. How is v 12 related to this section?

-Is it hard to treat people in the manner discussed in this verse?

-If most of the world is familiar with the Golden Rule, why aren't there more examples of it being practiced?

Teacher: Jeff Dodge

Matthew 7: 7-12