5.26.24 - Right Relationships and "the Good Life" (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 5:6 & Isaiah 58:1-8


YOU CAN ALSO READ KENNY’S MANUSCRIPT FOR THIS WEEK HERE!


REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:

  1. What is the meaning of 'righteousness' in the context of the sermon, and how does it relate to our relationships with others?

  2. Can you identify a specific relationship in your life that needs 'tzedakah'? What actions can you take to foster a right relationship?

  3. How does the practice of the “pushke jar” help Jewish families cultivate the idea that we are obligated towards each other?

  4. What is a practical way your family or group of friends can create a similar experience or practice to remind each other about our obligations to care for others?

  5. In Isaiah 58:1-8, what does God rebuke the Israelites for, and what does He actually desire?

  6. Kenny said, “change starts with us and our hunger for right relationships.” Do you feel this sort of “hunger”? Can you think of a time when you have felt it in the past? What happened?

  7. Can you think of a recent situation where you could have actively participated in the Kingdom of God by fostering right relationships? What would you do differently next time?

Kenny Camacho