Tony Woodall preaches on the power of real community in his own life.
Main Idea: We have to be intentional about pursuing real relationships outside of Sunday morning.
Ephesians 4:1-6 I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, 2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, 3 eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. 4 There is one body and one Spirit—just as you were called to the one hope that belongs to your call— 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6 one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.
Proverbs 27:6 Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.
Galatians 6:1 Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness.
Matthew 3:17 And a voice from heaven said, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.”
Isaiah 43:19 Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.
Discussion Questions:
Tony described different groups of people and their experiences with real community. Which group do you fit into? How is God challenging you to grow in this area?
What are the barriers to real community that people seem to have in our society? What are the barriers in your own life?
“We prioritize what matters.” Respond to this statement. How does it apply to community groups? How does it apply in your own life?
