5 - Sharing Lives

Share the gospel… and your life!
Growing is a maturity process.  How are you progressing spiritually?
This parental investment is for all of us! (1 Thessalonians 2:4)
God entrusts community mentorship to the church! (Titus 2:1-10)

Invest yourself wholeheartedly for discipleship!

  1. Nourish with affection 7-8

The church ought to be a community of radical gospel affection!
Be invested like a mother who endures personal pain and sacrifice!
Together we are learning truth, but also character and relationships!

  1. Labor with integrity 9-10

Ministry isn’t meant to be easy, but it is worth it!
Integrity of character demonstrates the gospel! (Romans 5:3-4)
Work hard for the right pursuits! (1 Thessalonians 1:3)

  1. Challenge with confidence 11-12

Walk worthy – represent God and His family well!

  • Come alongside others to pursue this together!
  • Continually encourage others to endure!
  • Firmly charge others to aim for what matters most!

 

Discussion questions available here.