Scripture Used:
Luke 19:1-10
Acts 2:42-47
Quotes Referenced:
"One of the most impressive aspects of Jesus is how he was impressed by unimpressive people." -John Ortberg
"Christian community is unique in that it must be based on three primary themes: personal devotion to Jesus, the common call or mission of the Gospel, and the inclusion of all people, especially those who don't fit in." The Tangible Kingdom by Hugh Halter and Matt Smay
“As long as we keep running around, anxiously trying to affirm ourselves or be affirmed by others, we remain blind to One who has loved us first, dwells in our heart, and has formed our truest self. But we can also open our eyes. We can see a new way forward." -Turn My Mourning into Dancing by Henri J.M. Nouwen
Discussion Questions:
-Do you feel open and willing to invest in new friendships? How are you making yourself available to the people around you?
-Who is someone that you can notice, someone who you would usually pass by who needs a friend right now?
-How the disciples might have described the community they had with Jesus? As you read the scripture about the early church in Acts 2 what things stand out to you as elements of community?
-What are practical ways you can be hospitable in this season of your life?