If you’ve been burned (or bored) by the Church, you’re not alone. The Church has certainly been responsible for some not-so-great stuff over the years. Sounds hard to believe, but there was a time when the Church was the world’s most powerful force for good. Hospitals, public education, and humanitarian aid—all born from the church. The church isn’t just a building or an organization, it’s God’s Plan A to bless His people. Even Jesus said it would “do greater things” than even He did while on earth. Whoa.
So how do we practically live that out? Brian Tome points us to the power we can have when start to move.
Process, journal or discuss the themes of this article - here's a few questions to get the ball rolling...
Welcome to the Weekend-Follow Up!
This is content that reflects on the Weekend message and how it can apply to your life. Each week, your group will discover what God might be saying to you, and how you can respond through a group discussion.
If you could time-travel to any point in time, where would you go and why?
What stood out to you most from the message?
What can make it challenging to be a part of the big “C” church?
The Church has done a lot of positive things in the world. What is one way the Church has helped you?
Read John 17:9-11.
What do you think it means for the Church to be one just as Christ is one with God?
Think about some frustrations or distractions going on in your life right now. In what ways do those frustrations or distractions make it difficult to be the Church?
Who is someone in your life right now that you can help and serve?
What’s one step you can take this week to jump into being part of the Church and help others who are struggling?
Let’s end our time praying together. You can say something like;
“God, the Church has done some amazing things in this world. Thank you for not giving up on us and empowering us to continue to help others. Please give us all that we need to help and serve people in our lives. Amen.”
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Bonus Questions
Check these out if you’re on a roll and want to go a little deeper.
- Read Revelation 19:7-9. What is your response when you hear that you’re the bride of Christ?
- Who is someone you can share your story with this week?
That’s it for this week - see you next time!
May 11, 2025 • 1 hr 16 mins 51 sec
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