Week 8

FOCUS QUESTION

“We do not want a church that will move with the world. We want a church that will move the world.” (G.K. Chesterton)

“The church changes the world not by making converts but by making disciples.” (John Wesley)

“The church is not a select circle of the immaculate, but a home where the outcast may come in.” (James H. Aughey)

Discuss the focus question and the quotes. Take some time to talk about past church experience (if any). What are your perceptions of the church? 💬

Acts 2:42-47
Hebrews 10:23-25
Walk through each of these passages. 📖
What does the church look like in the first century right after Jesus ascends? What sticks out to you? What is the church and why do we gather?
Tip — Remember you can still access Bible-reading guides in earlier lessons or on the RADIUS App.

If you want more help on what the Church should be, here are some other places to look! 👀

The Church = The Body of Jesus (Ephesians 1:22-23 / Romans 12:4-5)
The Church = The Bride of Jesus (Revelation 21:1-4)
The Church = The House / Household of Jesus (Ephesians 2:19-22)
The Church = The Priesthood of Jesus (1 Peter 2:9)
The Church = The Flock of Jesus (John 10:14-16)
The Church = The Branches of Jesus (John 15:1-6)
The Church = The Light of Jesus (Matthew 5:14-16)

Make commitments to how you will be a part of a local church.

Do this together. Try and make a commitment to meeting with a local church both on Sunday and outside of Sundays. Join a group at your church (if at RADIUS, join by going to radiuschurch.info).

Generosity: (i.e. cook / buy some folks a meal)
Act of service: (do someone’s yard work, cleaning, decorating, babysitting, etc.)
Words of affirmation: (send someone a note of some kind, a voice message, or address someone in person and tell them what positive things you have seen in them)