Meeting God

Jesus focuses on our approach to God in Luke 18. He uses two parables alongside real life examples. The final encounter in Luke 18 brings the chapter to a nice conclusion. The blind beggar illustrates what Jesus has taught. Nothing will hinder his cry and he is heard. Like the publican he cries for mercy which by nature is unearned. Like the child with daring faith he asks to regain his sight. He sees with faith what others missed by sight. Only the true Messiah could have restored his sight. Disciples come to Jesus with humble honesty and dangerous wonder.

Use these questions to read, reflect, and live out Luke 18 this week:

Luke 18v1-8
Why is persistent prayer key to meeting God?

Luke 18v9-14
How can we be more focused on ourselves than God in prayer?

Luke 18v15-17 
What is the dangerous wonder of childlike trust?

Luke 18v18-30
What is possible with God alone?

Luke 18v31-34
How does Jesus model gospel-driven persistence?

Luke 18v35-43
How does blind man exemplify what Jesus has taught his disciples about meeting God?

The Small Groups will study Luke 17 beginning May 06.