When have you tried to “test” God or “trap” God? Why did you
do this?
What is the difference between the 1st and 2nd
commandment? Is there a difference between loving God and loving others? If
there is one, what does that look like?
What does it say that every commandment and every “law and
prophet” is contingent on love of God and neighbor? What does this say about
Christianity?
This text takes us beyond instant gratification and our own
self-interest. It implies that doing something outside of ourselves is the
greatest thing we can do. When is a time you have done this? How did it make
you feel?
How do you think our current political climate would be
different if we all put God and others above ourselves? What is one small way
you can live into this commandment this next week? | 
