The Kingdom Character

By: Mike Mazzalongo Posted: July, 2014

In this lesson on the Beatitudes, we will note the differences between the imputed righteousness of Christians in the Kingdom and those who seek to be right by upholding the "law."

Discussion Questions

Complete the following sentence as given in the text associated with this lesson and explain its meaning:
- "Jesus' Kingdom exists wherever His ________ is done."
How does Jesus compare true happiness to what the world considers true happiness?
Read Matthew 5:17-48 and discuss how Kingdom citizens relate to the law and how citizens of God's Kingdom demonstrate the character of our King.
How do citizens in God's Kingdom demonstrate their relationship with God?
How does Matthew 7:1-12 express how citizens in God's Kingdom demonstrate His will in our relationship with others?
What does Matthew 7:13-29 teach us as the way of life for citizens in God's Kingdom?
How can you use this lesson to grow spiritually and help others come into a relationship with Jesus?
What benefit do we receive from the Sermon on the Mount?
How do the Beatitudes show God's view of happiness?
As citizens of God's Kingdom, how do we relate to His will (Matthew 5:17-48)?
How do we exercise our relationship with God (Matthew 6:1-4)?