The Golden Rule
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The Golden Rule
Matthew 7:12
Greg Pollak
Introduction
Matthew 7:12
Galatians 5:22-23
2 Corinthians 5:17
The Golden Rule
Understanding the Rule
Matthew 7:12
Matthew 7:11
Matthew 7:12
Matthew 7:1-5
Matthew 5:17-20
The Practice of the Rule
Matthew 7:12
Philippians 2:3-4
Matthew 5:44-47
2 Corinthians 5:17
The Extent of the Rule
Matthew 7:12
Leviticus 19:18
Romans 13:8-10
Galatians 5:14
Application
How do I fulfill the Golden Rule?
Love God
Love People
Matthew 22:37-40
2 Corinthians 5:14
"Christianity isn't about getting what you want--it's about becoming who God made you to be." ~Driscol
CONNECTION GROUP RESOURCES
Connection Builder
Have you ever been impacted by someone treating you with unexpected kindness or fairness? Share a brief story.
What do you think makes the Golden Rule so universally recognized?
Sermon Questions
Read Matthew 7:1-12.
Look again at Matthew 7:7-11. What does this section reveal about God's character? How does God's goodness as a Father (7:7-11) shape our understanding of treating others with love?
How does verse 12 summarize Jesus' teaching so far in His sermon?
Look at Matthew 5:17-20. How does Jesus' fulfillment of the Law affect the way we live out the Golden Rule?
Look at Philippians 2:3-8. How does Jesus' example of living out the Golden Rule inspire you? Challenge you? What should it look like to truly value others above ourselves in daily life?
Read Romans 8:29 and 1 John 2:6. Mark Driscoll once said, "Christianity isn't about getting what you want—it’s about becoming who God made you to be." How does Romans 8:29 and 1 John 2:6 add depth to what Mark said? What is challenging about shifting our focus from "getting what we want" to living our lives as Jesus lived? What does that look like for you?