"Who is the Real Family of Jesus?"
May 12 | Discipleship Guide
Be Real Together:
Take a few minutes to catch up, tell stories, and laugh together. Trust and friendship take time to build. If you’re launching a new DNA, one person should tell their story — what do we need to know about you? Next week, have another person in your DNA share their story.
Read Together: Matthew 12:46-50 CSB
In this passage, Jesus' mother and brothers are waiting for him. He responds by saying, 'Who is my mother, and who are my brothers?’ gesturing toward his disciples Jesus says, “Here are my mother and my brothers. For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother.” Jesus illustrates that familial bonds are not merely based on blood ties but on shared faith and obedience to God. He highlights the importance of discipleship and obedience to God's will, which transcends earthly family connections.
The One Question:
Ask this question at your family meal or DNA.
Being part of the family of Jesus means living a life that is fully submitted to the will of God, to the best of your ability, each and every day.
How does obedience to God's will contribute to the unity and strength of our spiritual family?
How does obedience to God's will contribute to the unity and strength of our spiritual family?
Use these questions to go deeper with your DNA or for personal study.
- What does it mean to you to be part of Jesus' spiritual family?
- How does the idea of being part of Jesus' spiritual family impact our identity as Christians?
- How can we reconcile differences in beliefs and values between our earthly family and our spiritual family?
- Can you share a time when obeying God's will strengthened your connection to your spiritual family?
- What challenges do you face in discerning and obeying God's will in your life?
Pray Together:
Take time to pray with and for each other.
Deeper Study:
Enduring Word Commentary: Matthew 12