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The Hidden Treasure & The Pearl

Ryan McClelland · Matthew 13:44-46

Small group questions.

Use these with your small group or on your own this week.

Connection

  • What do you remember most from last week’s sermon?
  • How did you hear God’s voice or sense His presence this past week?
  • What are you looking forward to this month?

Reflection

  • Summarize this week’s sermon in one to three sentences. What was the main point of the message?
  • What did the message say about you, God’s people or the world?

Application

  1. What stands out to you most about the kingdom being compared to a hidden treasure and a priceless pearl?
  2. Which picture hits you more right now: discovering the treasure by surprise, or searching intentionally and finding the pearl? Why?
  3. What does “sold everything” communicate about the value of the kingdom?
    Additional reading: Matthew 6:19–21
  4. What is one area of your life that would change if you truly reorganized around the kingdom (time, money, priorities, habits)? Be specific.
    Additional reading: Luke 12:31–34
  5. If Jesus is the King and the kingdom is priceless because of Him, what is one thing you need to surrender to Him this week?
    Additional reading: Philippians 3:7–8