Hebrews 10:23-25 – Being involved in the life of a church requires more than having your name on the roster of a group. Discover how to move from being a name on a list to developing relationships that further your discipleship.
Rosters
- Sunday School originated in England from a man trying to help poor kids get an education on the one day they weren’t working in the factories.
- Once separate from churches, the concept crossed the ocean and became associated with local congregations for religious formation.
- Some now prefer a lecture informing us what the teacher knows while others prefer a discussion allowing us to comment what we think.
- Groups should be more than a weekly lesson given to an inconsistent roster.
Scripture (Hebrews 10:23-25)
- Our faith is in what Christ has done (past), our mandate is in what the church is doing (present), and our hope is in what Christ will do (future).
- While Jesus is reliably faithful, we recognize our propensity to sway from truth.
- The best way to hold to our confession is by holding on to one another.
- Christians should learn how to get the best out of each other.
- Lingering in isolation hurts you and robs others.
- If you want to stay faithful until you meet Jesus, stay faithful in meeting with one another.
Relationships
- Don’t let church hurt keep you from healing.
- Our hope is that Gospel Groups grow in the gospel and go with the gospel.
6 Essential Values
- Authority – The textbook is the Bible
- Maturity – The leader is still growing.
- Authenticity – The group is safe to be real.
- Accountability – The lessons affect lives.
- Availability – The needs are met.
- Reproducibility – The disconnected are prioritized.
You might feel shallow in your faith because you refuse to go deep in relationships.
Travis Agnew serves as the Lead Pastor of Rocky Creek Church in Greenville, SC. His most recent book is Just (About) Married.
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