Matthew: 4-Week Bible Study

A 4-week small group Bible study series on the book of Matthew helping students understand the Gospel (or good news) of Jesus. Note: We've recently upgraded our design process. You'll notice a different look and feel of the series artwork, and all the PDF's have design elements throughout. This item, like all our resources, is only available as a download. One Year Bible Study Curriculum, Volume 2 This Bible study is one of many included in the One Year Bible Study Curriculum, Volume 2. Save 78% on one year of small group Bible studies for youth ministry. Or you can purchase this series individually here. BIBLE STUDY OVERVIEW Lesson 1: God’s Rescue Operation for the World Bible: Matthew 5:13–16, 33-37, 43–47 Topics: made in God’s image, evangelism, faith conversations, honesty Bottom Line: How do we live in God’s kingdom? Lesson 2: What It Looks Like to Follow Jesus Bible: Matthew 6:1-4, 25-33; 7:1-5, 24-27 Topics: generosity, worry, trust, accountability, following Jesus and His teaching Bottom Line: Jesus’ strange teachings challenge us to live differently. Lesson 3: Individuals Have Life-Changing Encounters with Jesus Bible: Matthew 8:5-13; 9:9-13, 35-38 Topics: faith, following Jesus, spiritual influence, evangelism, ministry Bottom Line: Jesus brings the kingdom into people’s lives. Lesson 4: Passover, the Suffering Servant, and the Great Commission Bible: Matthew 26:17-29; 27:45-54, 57-61; 28:18-20 Topics: Passover, sacrifice, crucifixion, burial, resurrection, Great Commission Bottom Line: Jesus hands off the ministry to the Apostles … and us! What’s Included? Series artwork for promotional purposes (cover slide and blank text slide) Lessons in both Word & PDF format – edit as needed and easily share with volunteers Fun opening games Creative, relevant teachings Engaging small group discussion questions WHAT MAKES OUR BIBLE STUDIES UNIQUE? 50% Teaching & 50% Discussion All our small group Bible studies are discussion based. Each lesson is 50% reading the Bible/teaching and 50% student discussion. They’re not 90% teaching and 10% discussion, like other youth ministry series and small group studies you’ll find elsewhere. The goal is for students to talk about the Bible, what it means to follow Jesus, their questions and doubts, what God is doing in their lives, and so on.  This format encourages group interaction and personal application, and it keeps students engaged. Getting students talking about their faith is the secret sauce to a small group, and all our small group Bible studies are formatted with that goal in mind. The format is simple, but effective: Read a passage of Scripture. Make a point that students will remember. Ask questions and discuss it. Repeat 3-4 times per lesson. THREE KEY COMPONENTS Our Bible studies help students become Biblically rooted, provide a strategic path to discipleship, and give them the opportunity to form God-centered relationships. Biblically Rooted The Bible, like the roots of a tree, brings life, nourishment and stability to your students’ lives. Scripture deepens their relationship with God, gives them the wisdom to make good decisions, brings clarity to the problems they face, and so much more. In each Bible study, students dive deep into a book of the Bible, which will firmly root them in God’s Word and provide a foundation to build their lives upon. Strategic Path to Discipleship We’ve created a strategic path to discipleship. Each Bible study focuses on key components of what it means to follow Jesus. Discipleship is the never-ending process of loving God and serving others. As students learn and grow in their walk with God, their thoughts, actions and lives are transformed. Throughout each Bible study, students will go on a journey to discover what it means to become fully devoted followers of Christ. God-Centered Relationships
 Our Bible studies provide students an opportunity to develop God-centered relationships with others. As we read throughout the New Testament, discipleship happens in the context of relationships. The goal is to create an environment where students know others and are known; accept others and are accepted; love others and are loved; and pray for others and are prayed for. We’re intentional about helping them grow in their relationship with God and others. HOW TO USE Online or In Person Youth Group Use our curriculum for small groups when doing online youth group or in person. Each Bible study series is flexible enough for either option. Small Groups If your youth group has more than 12 students, then use our curriculum as a tool to disciple students in a small group setting. Sunday School Does your church have an active Sunday School program? Our curriculum is a good fit for you. Small Churches Does your youth ministry have less than 12 students? Our curriculum is specifically designed with you in mind.