Daily Readings (Page 124)

Why do you think it was necessary for Jesus to lead the way to Jerusalem?  

What does it encompass to follow Jesus? Will you follow Jesus if you have to suffer persecutions? Why?  

If salvation is only possible through God, then what is our part in evangelism?  

Why are the disciples more amazed with Jesus’ saying that the camel going through the eye of a needle is easier than having salvation?  

Why is it so difficult for the rich to enter the kingdom of God?  

Why does Jesus require the man to sell everything and follow Him? Do we need to do likewise? Why not?

What does it mean for us to be like the little children to receive the kingdom of God?

If divorce is not permitted, discuss the possible reasons of the rising rate of divorce in Singapore, as stated in The New Paper’s headline on 19 Jul 2017: “Divorce rate at a 10-year high, fewer getting married”.  

What are the consequences of divorce for the affected couples, families and society?

Jesus does not advocate divorce. What was the condition Jesus laid down for divorce and remarriage in Matthew 19:9? Are there any other legitimate reasons for divorce and remarriage?