Christ the King Lutheran Church

Pastor: Harry M. Krolus

LET THE DEAD BURY THEIR OWN DEAD

I.    Why have a funeral?

II.    Read Luke 9:59-60

A. What is the context of these verses?  

B. Why Do you think Jesus says this to someone who wants to follow him?

III.    What does the Bible say about burial and mourning?

A. Genesis 23:1-4

B. Genesis 25:7-11

C. Luke 23:50-56

IV.     What insights to we find in John 11:1-16?

V.    What do the following passages add to this discussion?

A. Mark 7:10-13

B. 1 Timothy 5:8

C. Luke 10:27

D. Matthew 4:18-22

VI.    Questions to Ponder

A. What are those things in our lives that are most important to us?

B. How is this demonstrated? How do others know?

C. Is taking care of our families important to God?

D. What is the most important thing in your life?