We have one job-----> MAKE DISCIPLES

Raising up disciples of Jesus is the primary work of the church.

Matthew 28:18-20

"Disciples"-- models their life after another; learns within close relationship

We are to make disciples of Jesus, not ourselves.

1 Corinthians 8:1

Jesus taught in and through the context of relationship.

We do life together-----> Gospel Community

Becoming a disciple of Jesus is not exclusively individual, but necessarily communal.

We grow best in groups, not rows.

Gospel Community High Water Marks:

Romans 12:4-8

Hebrews 10:24-25

Galatians 6:2

James 5:16

Romans 12:10, 15