Sermon Outline:
- God will make clear what may now seem hidden
- Those who give ear to the Gospel will be overwhelmed with light
- Those who ignore the Gospel will be overwhelmed with darkness
Family Discussion Questions:
- What is the great light which God promised he would shine for the whole world to see?
- It is possible to fool many people about whether you actually know God. What are ways that God might show the truth to everyone?
- How does how we treat the Word of God reveal our true standing before God?
- How does how we treat others reveal our true standing before God?
- Why is it important to care about how we treat the Bible and others, while making sure that we don’t teach that these things save you?
- Some have falsely taught that Jesus’ words in verse 25 are talking about money and possessions. What is it actually talking about? How does the context show the proper interpretation?
- What are some common ways for people who call themselves Christians and have the Bible -and yet feel comfortable ignoring parts of it?
- How does it prove true in this life, that the more you truly receive the Word of God, the more of the Word of God you will be given?
- How will verse 25 be fulfilled ultimately in the next life?
- How does the Gospel of Jesus prove to be sharp sword which exposes a person’s heart toward God?
