Small Group Questions for Sep 14

1. Read Matthew 5:3-12. When you read the Beatitudes, do you typically read them as “kingdom blessings” (this is the way things are in the kingdom) or “ethical prescriptions” (this is the way you have to be to enter the kingdom)?
   
2. Why do you think it makes a difference?
3. What is your understanding of what it means to be “poor in spirit”?
   
4. Can you tell us about a time in your life when you’ve felt “poor in spirit”?
5. Do you know someone who is right now “poor in spirit”?
   
6. If so, what can you/we do to be the hands and feet of Jesus to this person?
7. How can we pray for you?