Luke: Follow Jesus - A Tale of Two Kingdoms

OUTLINE:

• (Luke 12:13-21) The Kingdom of Self demands control, the Kingdom of God invites surrender
• (Luke 12:22-30) The Kingdom of Self produces fear and anxiety, the Kingdom of God provides peace and rest
• (Luke 12:31-34) The Kingdom of Self is small and fragile, the Kingdom of God is secure

QUESTIONS:

1. (Luke 12:16-21) The rich fool tried to secure his life by controlling his future and storing up possessions, but God called him a fool. In what ways do you see the desire for control shaping your own decisions? What would it look like to trust God instead of grasping for control?
2. (Luke 12:18-19) The rich fool thought he could secure his future by building bigger barns. Why do you think we so often fall into the trap of believing that “more” will solve our problems? How can we guard against this illusion in our own lives?
3. (Luke 12: 22-30) Jesus tells us not to be anxious about food, clothing, or the future. How does anxiety reveal where our faith is placed? How does trusting Jesus bring peace?
4. (Luke 12: 24-28) Jesus points to ravens and lilies—things that seem weak or insignificant—as examples of God’s provision. How do these examples challenge our understanding of what is valuable and who God cares for? How does this truth speak into times when you feel overlooked or insignificant?
5. (Luke 12: 30-31) Jesus tells His disciples to “seek His kingdom” and invest in treasures that last. What does it mean to live with an eternal perspective in today’s culture? How might this perspective change the way we approach career, family, or daily decisions?
6. (Luke 12: 34) Jesus teaches that “where your treasure is, there your heart will be also”. What do your habits regarding your time, money, and priorities reveal about which kingdom (self or God’s) you are living for? What’s one practical change you could make this week to align your heart with God’s kingdom?  

SCRIPTURE:

Luke 12:13-34

NEXT WEEK:

Luke 12:35-48