Romans 1:18-23 (ESV)

For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth. For what can be known about God is plain to them, because God has shown it to them. For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse. For although they knew God, they did not honour him as God or give thanks to him, but they became futile in their thinking, and their foolish hearts were darkened. Claiming to be wise, they became fools, and exchanged the glory of the immortal God for images resembling mortal man and birds and animals and creeping things.

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This morning was our monthly Community Sunday where we have communion together as well as have time for coffee, snacks, and fellowship after musical worship. This month, Dave offered a brief reflection on compassion as the heart of Jesus and the way of the kingdom.

Please find the slide deck for this week's teaching here.

Please find the link to the compassion survey here.

Home Church Questions:

1. What stood out to you from this week's teaching?

2. Read Matthew 9:36 (preferably in multiple translations). What stands out to you from this passage?

3. How does Jesus's example of compassion challenge the way we think about discipleship?

4. In the Anabaptist tradition, faith is understood as something that is lived out, not merely believed. What are some practical ways compassion demonstrates our faith in everyday life?

5. What might compassionate community look like in our church today?

6. Who are the people in our community that Jesus might be calling us to notice and serve?

7. Compassion is often described as a witness to the gospel. Have you ever seen an act of compassion open a door for someone to experience God's love? What happened?

8. Pray with and for one another, our church community, and our world.

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Matthew 13:44-46 (NIV)

"The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field.

Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it."

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This week, Dave Blow continues in our series about the early church with a message about what it looks like to life in community. The early church lived in a radical sort of community. What should ours look like?

Please find the slide deck for this week's teaching here.

Home Church Questions:

1. What stood out to you from this week's teaching?

2. Read Acts 2:42-47 (preferably in multiple translations). What stands out to you most about the picture of the early church in this passage? What do you find inspiring, surprising, or challenging about the way these believers lived together?

3. The early church devoted themselves to teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer. Which of these practices comes most naturally to you? Which one would you like to grow in?

4. Dave suggested that authentic community requires honesty rather than perfection. Why can vulnerability be difficult in church settings? What helps people feel safe enough to be genuine?

5. Shared meals played an important role in the life of the early church. Can you think of a time when hospitality, a meal, or a simple conversation helped you feel welcomed, encouraged, or connected?

6. The early Christians were known for their generosity and concern for one another. What does generosity look like beyond money? How can we be more attentive to the needs of people around us?

7. If someone observed our church community today, what signs of Christ-like love would they see? Where might God be inviting us to grow?

8. Pray with and for one another, our church community, and our world.

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Psalms 25:1-5 (NIV)

In you, Lord my God,
    I put my trust.

I trust in you;
    do not let me be put to shame,
    nor let my enemies triumph over me.
No one who hopes in you
    will ever be put to shame,
but shame will come on those
    who are treacherous without cause.

Show me your ways, Lord,
    teach me your paths.
Guide me in your truth and teach me,
    for you are God my Saviour,
    and my hope is in you all day long.

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This morning, Dave Blow continues our series on the beginning of the church as recorded in the book of Acts. What does it mean for the Spirit to be with us?

Please find the slide deck for this week's teaching here.

Home Church Questions:

1. What stood out to you from this week's teaching?

2. What part of the Pentecost story stands out to you most this week, and why?

3. Read Acts 2:1-21 (preferably in multiple translations). What stands out to you from this passage?

4. The disciples were told to wait before acting. Why do you think waiting on God can be difficult for us?

5. The sermon described Christianity as more than beliefs or traditions, but as life with the presence of God. What does that idea mean to you personally?

6. Peter changed dramatically after receiving the Holy Spirit. Have you ever experienced a season where God gave you unexpected courage or strength?

7. Pentecost broke down language and cultural barriers. What barriers still divide people today, including within churches?

8. Dave stated that Christians understand the Holy Spirit in different ways. How can we hold different perspectives while still maintaining unity in Christ?

9. Which aspect of the Spirit’s work do you most need in your life right now:
comfort, guidance, courage, peace, wisdom, or transformation?

10. Dave’s message connected spiritual warfare with everyday choices like forgiveness, hope, and compassion. How does that understanding differ from common ideas about spiritual warfare?

11. Where do you see the Holy Spirit at work in our community or church right now?

12. What would it look like this week to become more open and attentive to the movement of the Holy Spirit in your everyday life?

13. Pray with and for one another, our church community, and our world.

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Ephesians 3:7-12 (NIV)

I became a servant of this gospel by the gift of God’s grace given me through the working of his power. Although I am less than the least of all the Lord’s people, this grace was given me: to preach to the Gentiles the boundless riches of Christ, and to make plain to everyone the administration of this mystery, which for ages past was kept hidden in God, who created all things. His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms, according to his eternal purpose that he accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord. In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.

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Today, Dave Blow kicks off our new series about the birth of the church as recorded in the book of Acts. What does it mean to be a witness of Christ?

Please find the slide deck for this week's teaching here.

Home Church Questions:

1. What stood out to you from this week's teaching?

2. What is something in life you find difficult to wait for? Why do you think waiting can feel so uncomfortable?

3. Read Acts 1:1-11 (preferably in multiple translations). What stands out to you from this passage?

4. Jesus tells the disciples to wait for the Holy Spirit before beginning their mission. Why do you think waiting was so important? How do we normally respond when life feels slow or uncertain? What might it look like to “wait on God” in everyday life?

5. Jesus calls his followers to be witnesses. What comes to mind when you hear the word “witness”? How is being a witness different from trying to “have all the answers”? Can you think of someone whose life quietly pointed you toward Jesus?

6. Jesus begins with Jerusalem—the place where the disciples already were. What might “Jerusalem” represent in your life right now? Who are the people God has already placed around you? What are simple ways we can reflect Jesus in ordinary relationships?

7. Jesus also mentions Samaria and “the ends of the earth.” Why do you think God continually pushes his people beyond comfort zones? Are there people or situations we sometimes overlook or avoid? What might it look like for our community to become more open, welcoming, and outward-focused?

8. Where do you sense God inviting you to trust him more deeply this season: in waiting, in witness, or in stepping beyond comfort?

9. Pray with and for one another, our church community, and our world.

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Colossians 1:9-14 (ESV)

And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him: bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; being strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy; giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light. He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.

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This week, Dave Blow wraps up our series on what it means to be resurrection people by sharing his testimony and how he knows that "Jesus is in the restoration business".

Please find the slide deck for this week's teaching here.

Home Church Questions:

1. What stood out to you from this week's teaching?

2. What’s a simple or ordinary moment (like a meal or conversation) that has stayed meaningful to you? What made it significant?

3. Read John 21:1-19 (preferably in multiple translations). What stands out to you from this passage?

4. In the story, the disciples fish all night and catch nothing. What do you think that moment represents in their lives? Have you experienced something similar?

5. Why do you think Jesus chose to meet the disciples in such an ordinary setting rather than in a dramatic way?

6. Jesus asks Peter three times, “Do you love me?” What stands out to you about this exchange?

7. Why do you think Jesus focuses on love (“Do you love me?”) rather than failure (“Why did you deny me?”)?

8. What does this story teach us about how Jesus responds to our failures or shortcomings?

9. Jesus restores Peter before giving him a calling. Why is that order important?

10. Do you ever feel disqualified from being used by God? How does this passage challenge or reshape that thinking?

11. Pray with and for one another, our church community, and our world.

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