My Tribe Part Two - Pastor Sean Moore
November 13, 2024

I Love My Tribe Discussion Guide

My Tribe Part Two with Pastor Sean

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Welcome to this week’s discussion guide! Whether you’re in a small group, chatting with friends and family, or spending time in your daily encounter with God, this guide is here to help you dive deeper into Sunday’s sermon. Use the questions and prompts to spark meaningful conversations, reflect on key points, and explore how the message applies to your life. Let it keep your discussions focused, but allow the Holy Spirit to guide the flow. We pray this resource helps you grow in faith and build stronger connections with those around you!

Sermon Summary

The sermon at Faith Christian Center focused on the theme ‘My Tribe,’ emphasizing the importance of community and belonging within the church. Pastor Sean Moore highlighted the significance of being part of a church family that represents Jesus and changes the way people see church. He encouraged the congregation to take ownership of the church’s vision, culture, and community, and to serve with a heart of generosity and love. The message also touched on the importance of living by the church’s code of values, which includes excellence, belief, trust, authentic relationships, accountability, celebration of success, honor, gratitude, and generosity.

Intro Prayer

Heavenly Father, we come before You with open hearts, ready to receive what You have for us today. We ask for Your presence to fill this space and for Your Spirit to guide our discussion. Help us to be open to Your word and to each other, as we seek to grow in community and in our relationship with You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Key Verses

  1. Philippians 1:3-6
  2. Habakkuk 2:2-3
  3. Revelation 3:8
  4. Luke 4:18-19

Questions

  1. What does it mean to you to be part of a ‘tribe’ or community?
  2. How can we as a church better represent Jesus in our community?
  3. What are some ways we can change the way people see church?
  4. How does serving in the church impact your personal growth?
  5. What are some challenges you face in being generous, and how can you overcome them?
  6. How can we ensure that our church remains a welcoming and loving environment for newcomers?
  7. What role does prayer play in strengthening our community?
  8. How can we apply the church’s code of values in our daily lives?

Life Application

This week, find one way to serve someone in your community, whether it’s through your church or in your neighborhood. Reflect on how this act of service impacts your relationship with God and others.

Key Takeaways

  1. Community is essential for spiritual growth and support.
  2. We are called to represent Jesus and change perceptions of the church.
  3. Generosity and servanthood are key aspects of being a disciple of Christ.
  4. Our church’s values guide us in creating a healthy and thriving community.
  5. Love should be the foundation of all our actions and interactions.

Ending Prayer

Lord, we thank You for the time we’ve spent together today. As we go our separate ways, may we carry the lessons we’ve learned into our daily lives. Help us to be a light in our communities, representing You in all that we do. Strengthen our bonds as a church family and guide us in love and service. In Jesus’ name, Amen.