Theatrical Righteousness - Matthew 6:1 - 4

Matthew 6:1 - 4

1 “Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven.

2 “Thus, when you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may be praised by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. 3 But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, 4 so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.

Sermon Questions:

1. In what sphere of life do you feel the push to perform the most?
2. Who are you most aware of seeing your 'perfromance' of righteousness?
3. Does the message of the Gospel feel like rest? why/why not?
4. When was the last time you felt God's closeness while giving or serving?
5. What gift of God is He inviting you to use to give to the poor or serve the needy?