Church is Where We Grow

Discussion Questions

How do you walk into church? What are your expectations for the morning? What do you expect to get out of it? What do you expect to give? Is that biblical?

How does Christ continue to serve and lead his church?

Why has Christ given spiritual gifts to each member of his church? What impact does this have on the way you look at your participation in church?

According to Ephesians 4:11-12, why has Christ gifted certain members of the church with gifts related to the proclamation of his word? How does this purpose line up with the widely held view that pastors and other church leaders are paid to do the work of ministry?

Based on the truths of Ephesians 4:7-16, are there changes that need to be made in your thoughts, attitudes or actions regarding church?