Invited To The Cookout Wk 1

Pastor Brad

June 9, 2024

Main Idea

The central theme of 'Invited to the Cookout' was about the impact of our presence and the pursuit of unity within the church. Pastor stressed that our gatherings should not be about personal preferences but about fulfilling God's purpose. By being passionate in our pursuit of God and embracing our role as bridge builders, we can create an environment that reflects Heaven and welcomes everyone, just as Jesus did with his disciples. The sermon called us to love our neighbors and be intentional about the impact we make in every interaction.

Scripture References

Romans 15:5-6, Matthew 26:20-21, 1 Corinthians 1:10, John 13:35, Mark 12:30-31

What part of the message stood out to you the most?

In what area of your life could you live differently to leave a greater impact?

Discussion Questions:

What changes does God want you to make so that others will want to 'show up' more often?

How does your presence impact the environment you're in?

How can we build bridges and break barriers to reflect Heaven's diversity and unity?

Summary

In the sermon 'Invited to the Cookout,' Pastor emphasized the importance of our presence in creating a welcoming environment, akin to a cookout open to everyone. We were reminded that while having issues doesn't exclude us, disunity does. The message highlighted that as found people, we should seek to find others, ensuring the church remains a lifeboat, not a yacht club. Emphasizing unity, we were encouraged to be bridge builders and barrier breakers, striving for a church that mirrors Heaven's diversity and unity.