Wrapping up the Life Better Together series we wanted to ask a threatening question. Has the Church lost her ability to shock the world? Is the gospel still good news or has it settled for mediocrity? In this lesson you will be challenged to move out from behind the excuses that have kept so many from sharing the gospel.
What type of friend are you. Fair weather perhaps? Do you only "just absolutely LOVE" the friends who have the most in common with you? Who tell you what you want to hear? Today, we will discuss the mark of a true friend. You may not want to hear this...
How many times have you heard some Christian say, "Where two or three are gathered?" as a way to describe the presence of Jesus in their midst. I believe that Jesus didn't say that as a secret formula to have his presence felt and our prayers answered. Join us as we discuss the truth behind this passage and what it means in the power of relationships.
Who is your best friend? Chances are, just the mention of the words best friend conjure up great memories. Why is friendship important and how does the mission of God depend on friendships to be the light in the world?
There is nothing wrong with large churches. Many of you have belonged to one at one point or another in your life. There is a problem with a culture that believes their mission is propelled in a healthy way by large church gatherings alone. The answer to that problem? Seek to become smaller (and we're not calling for splitting a church to do that!). The solution to the large problem is to belong to small groups within a larger church. Relationships unlock everything. They promote spiritual depth, joy, peace, comfort and evangelism.
You are not judged by another's actions. However, you are asked by God to influence the lives of others around you. In "You Are Your Brother's Keeper" Derek Hancock spells out the importance of community in small groups.
Am I even qualified to be a Christian? To belong to a Church or a Small Group? Insecurity is something that continues to haunt our steps. Just as citizens in this good ol' United States our people in their own eyes don't measure up to some mysterious standard that is flaunted all over the place. But what if our brokenness and insecurities is the very thing that qualifies us to "belong". Join us as Jeremy Kughn teaches about the very thing that should be our refuge.
When welcoming anyone into our homes, it goes without saying that we prepare for our guests to be as comfortable as they can. When welcoming anyone into our church, do we go to the same extremes? In this lesson, Jeremy explores the essential component of what it truly means to practice hospitality.
What a special treat it was for Father's Day this year! Gateway's very own Anthony Jones, from Tampa, Florida filled in for Jeremy Kughn and gave a beautiful testimony of God's Love (a Father's Love). From a point of intense brokenness and grief, Anthony Shares a story every single ear needs to hear!
Times have changed. The importance for community hasn't. It is now more essential than ever for churches to ensure that members are finding community in order to share their lives fulfilling God's design for spiritual growth. Join us today as Jeremy discusses the importance of Community.