Mars Hill Fellowship Church > Boston, MA > Let's Talk Notes - Week of September 14, 2014

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Let’s Talk Notes – Week of September 14, 2014

Message: Misdefined by a Low Appraisal

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21; 6:25-34

1) Describe something that is of great value to you?

2) Read through the Sermon Notes. As you reflect back on last weekend’s sermon, what one principle or insight stands out as being particularly helpful, insightful or difficult to grasp? Were you challenged in any area of your personal walk with God?

3) How is our life affected by the metrics we use to appraise our value to God?

4) Read Psalms 139:13-18. How does the Psalmist describe the care that God puts into His Creation? Make a personal affirmation based upon the Psalmists reflection.

For example: Verse 13: For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.
My affirmation: God took care to knit me with a humorous personality that enjoys laughter and fun.

5) What are some ways that we can deal with the 3 different areas of anxiety that Jesus described: (1) our bodies; (2) our food; and (3) our clothes.

6) In what ways does God provide for (1) our bodies - meaning; (2) our food - sustaining; and (3) our clothes – acceptance?

7) Pastor Joseph stated that, “Our value to God is not derived from what we have done for Him but on the basis of His great love towards us.” Do you agree with the statement? Why or why not? Does the basis of our value make a difference? What would happen if our value was based upon our ability to follow the Old Testament system of “The Law?”

8) In what areas do you need to re-appraise your value in God’s sight?

Sermon: Misdefined by a Low Appraisal