28 - Wonder in the Ordinary (Luke 11:27-36)

The faithful preaching of the word of God is more important and a greater blessing than all the signs and wonders you could experience in this life.

1. The Desires of a Wicked Generation (v. 29)

   1. How We Define Blessing (v. 29)

   2. What Really Drives Us

   3. “What have you done for us lately?” (vv. 29-30)

2. Jonah and the Queen of Sheba (vv. 31-32)

   1. The Queen and Solomon (v. 31)

   2. Jonah Among the Ninevites (vv. 32)

3. True Blessing (vv. 27-28, 33-36)

   1. A Life Illumined by God's Word (vv. 27-28, 33-36)

   2. No Greater Sign

Discussion Starters

1. Monday—Do you ever crave the spectacular? Why do you think it’s so appealing? Why are Jesus words about seeking signs so sobering? (v. 29)

2. Tuesday—Why is the death and resurrection of Jesus on the third day, the greatest sign we could ever ask for? When you question God’s love, is this where you go for assurance?

3. Wednesday—What are the lessons we are supposed to learn from the Queen of Sheba and the Ninevites? What prevents you from reading and listening to God’s word? How is God calling you to re-evaluate your priorities?

4. Thursday—Why does Jesus challenge the woman who pronounces a blessing on his mother? (vv. 27-28) Is he denying that Mary was blessed? What is trying to help you understand?

5. Friday—What does it mean to see “wonder in the ordinary” or “beauty in simplicity”? Where is God calling you to put your focus? What do you need to repent of?