Point One: Release the Expectation of Privilege

Point Two: Accept the Certainty of Suffering

Point Three: Embrace the Honour of Serving

Watch the past message, then choose questions to discuss with your Growth Group.

What was something that stood out to you from this past Sunday’s message? Share what you learned and how it will impact your life.
Read Matthew 20:20-28. What was behind the request of James and John and their mother to Jesus? Why would they have made such a request?
Read Matthew 20:22. Why does Jesus say they do not know what they are asking? What does Jesus mean when he asks if they can drink from the cup he drinks? How would you answer this question?
Read Matthew 20:24. Why do you think that the other ten disciples were indignant by the request of James and John?
Have you ever been the one requesting a privilege or a favour? Have you ever felt upset at someone else who requested a privilege? How did your heart assess each request?
Read Matthew 20:27. What does Jesus mean by "first”? How does Jesus' teaching in this passage challenge our traditional understanding of power and authority?
Read Matthew 20:28. What does Jesus mean by "The Son of Man didn’t come to be treated like a king but to help others and to give his life to save many?" What does this tell us about God's heart? What does this say about us as people made in God's image?
Who in your life sets a good example of Christian service, and how do they do it in practical ways?
How can we apply Jesus' teachings about serving others and being a leader in our lives and relationships?
How will you or your group put into practice what you've learned today?

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