In the biblical narrative, we often see God use the unexpected and unimportant to bring about change in the world. The story of Jesus, his birth, life, death, and resurrection, is no different. Our new conversation, Started from the Bottom, is an exploration of the good news according to Matthew. Over the next few weeks, we will look at snapshots from the book of Matthew that exemplify the good news found in the story of Jesus.

This week we join in on an ancient conversation about the kingdom of heaven. In the book of Matthew, the good news is that the kingdom of heaven is at hand, as seen in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. What is the kingdom of heaven, and how do we participate in it? 

Formational Learning:

As we explored wisdom today, what stood out to you?

Were there any points of curiosity, clarity, confusion, or conflict that emerged as you walked through this passage today?

(Head)

John, Jesus, and the disciples all proclaimed that the kingdom of heaven is near, how do we wrestle with the reality that it is easy to miss? 

(Heart)

Where have you experienced or seen the kingdom of heaven around you?

How has this influenced the way you understood faith or live?

(Hands)

How can we proclaim and participate in the kingdom of heaven here and now?