THE GENESIS PRINCIPLE
A life lived alone is a negative concept. A good and beautiful life is found only in relationships.
• We all need to be c
• We all need to be e
• We all need to be l
BIBLICAL COMMUNITY
Biblical community is a group of diverse people who share a common bond in Jesus Christ. Also, a common commitment to follow Christ by modeling love and acceptance in open and transparent relationships so that they might fulfill a common mission, bringing others into the community.
THE THREE STEPS TO DISCIPLESHIP
If the first step of discipleship is b
THE INS AND OUTS OF GROUPS:
1. F
“And Jesus said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.” Mark 1:17
Our relationship begins with faith in Christ but grows with the divine relationships that the Lord places in our lives.
2. P
“In these days he went out to the mountain to pray, and all night he continued in prayer.” Luke 6:12
Prayer is the number one factor in determining the overall health and direction of your divine relationships.
3. H
“And he appointed twelve so that they might be with him and he might send them out to preach.” Mark 3:14
Jesus sets the agenda for our relationships. The mission is obedience to His commands.
4. L
“This is my commandment that you love one another as I have loved you.” John 15:12
“Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.” Romans 12:9-10
“Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling.” 1 Peter 4:8-9
We believe the best way to create healthy and loving relationships is by being in a group that encourages us to love each other well.
NEXT STEPS:
• Examine your commitment to follow Jesus
• Pray for the Lord to bring the right people into your life
• Invite people into your home
• Be genuine in your pursuits to love others