Jesus denounces religion that doesn’t reflect God’s heart. Scripture: Matthew 23: 1-7,13,15,23-28  Central Truth The Pharisees were only concerned with following the law, and Jesus accused them of only doing so to gain status and attention. If this is our aim in following Jesus, then we are being hypocritical and are motivated by our own glory. All attention—all glory­—belongs...

Jesus shows His wisdom and authority. Scripture: Matthew 22: 23-46  Central Truth In Christ, we have eternal life because of His resurrection. Throughout the Gospels, Jesus claims to offer real life—abundant and eternal. A full life can only happen here in a limited capacity, but we have assurance of eternity in God’s presence. Key Question How does believing in...

Jesus is the Messiah, the true King who is worthy of praise. Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11  Central Truth Many Jews expected the Messiah to be a leader within the government. They lived in oppression under Roman rule, and they desperately wanted freedom. Because of their circumstances, they wrongly interpreted the prophets who spoke of a coming Ruler. The freedom Jesus...

Tips for Teaching This Week’s Session of The Gospel Project for Adults Listen to this week’s leader training podcast with Daniel Davis, team leader for The Gospel Project for Adults, to understand the session’s biblical context, to hear an encouragement about how to use the curriculum effectively, and to be reminded of the need to point your group members...

Jesus spent the bulk of Matthew 23 rebuking the Pharisees and Sadducees’ unloving nature. He criticized the self-importance in their hearts and how it served as a stumbling block to those around them. Christ warned these religious leaders against making so much of themselves that they were blind to their own need for a Savior. How did the religious...

Tips for Teaching This Week’s Session of The Gospel Project for Adults Listen to this week’s leader training podcast with Daniel Davis, team leader for The Gospel Project for Adults, to understand the session’s biblical context, to hear an encouragement about how to use the curriculum effectively, and to be reminded of the need to point your group members...