1. The Big Idea:

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Discussion Questions

1. ANSWER ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:

Describe an experience when you felt guilty or uncomfortable because you didn't do some good work that others were doing. What happened?

OR

Describe a time when you were found out for doing something not on the "approved behavior" list. What happened?

2. According to Mark 7:8, what are the two ways we get direction for our behavior?

3. Read Matthew 23:1-4. Why is it tempting to make rules to regulate the behavior of other people? Why is it tempting to base our acceptance of people on their performance? Why is it risky to make a rule about anything where Jesus did not?

4. Are you fed up with having to perform to please people? If so, what should you do as a believer?