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Discussion Guide Scripture memory: Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. Matthew 5:7 Discussion Questions How have the beatitudes shaped you these past weeks? Have any of them been especially difficult to put into action or convicting as you've reflected on them? Share about a time when you received mercy from someone (e.g. punishment, grade, speeding ticket, etc.). Read Matthew 18:21-35. What is Peter's question and what is Jesus saying by answering it with this parable? When are you tempted to withhold mercy from someone? How come? Can you think of someone specific you should be showing mercy to? What would that look like? When we are shown mercy and continue to be hard-hearted in showing mercy to others, it makes one wonder whether we truly understand the gift of mercy we have been given. Is there an area of hard-heartedness that God wants to soften? How might growing in understanding and gratitude of the mercy you have received help soften your heart?