Ordinary time · Stilling Waves Bible

Matthew 11

Read Matthew 11 slowly, once or twice. Then sit with this:

From prison John sent a doubting question, and Jesus answered him kindly. Later he invited the weary to share his easy yoke. Bring him your doubts and your tiredness together.

Three questions for the group

1. Read Matthew 11 aloud, slowly. Which word or phrase stays with you?
2. How might you keep God at arm's length by finding fault with how he comes to you?
3. In verse 29 Jesus describes his own heart as gentle and humble. What would it mean to learn from someone like that?

Questions 2 and 3 are personal: share only what you want to share.

Close with a minute of silence, then pray in your own words.

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Handout 23 is always Matthew 11: the numbers never change. For another chapter, see all the readings.