Why do you think the Pharisees had an issue with Jesus eating with tax collectors and sinners?

How does Jesus respond to the Pharisee’s disapproval?

Why don’t Jesus’ disciples fast? What do you think is the main point of the garment/wineskin analogy?

(This is a confusing analogy. It probably has something to do with Jesus bringing a new covenant and how worshipping God looks different now that Jesus has to come compared to worshipping God through observing the law).

Read Hosea 6:6. How is this passage fulfilled in Matthew?

In what ways are you tempted to think that God values your surface-level worship? How can you continue in a meaningful relationship with God through Jesus?

1. Praise Jesus for calling sinners to repentance and new life. Pray for joy in the freedom of living under the new covenant in Him.

2. J & R: Pray for their children to grow in authentic faith and follow God unswervingly.

3. Bible Teaching: Pray for clarity and impact in the church’s Bible teaching during Sunday services and across all ministries.