Introduction to Christian Community

Understanding the importance of community in the Christian life

Main verse: Hebrews 10:24-25 "And let us consider how we may spur one another on
toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing,
but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching."

Biblical Foundations of Community

Exploring the biblical basis of community

Main verse: Acts 2:42-47 "They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to
fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe at the many
wonders and signs performed by the apostles. All the believers were together and had
everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need.
Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their
homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all
the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved."

Building Relationships in Community

Learning how to build meaningful relationships within our Christian community

Main verse: 1 Thessalonians 5:11 "Therefore encourage one another and build each
other up, just as in fact you are doing."

Serving in Community

Exploring ways to serve within our Christian community

Main verse: Galatians 5:13 "You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do
not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love."

Forgiveness in Community

Understanding the importance of forgiveness in our relationships within Christian community

Main verse: Ephesians 4:32 "Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each
other, just as in Christ God forgave you."

Conflict Resolution in Community

Learning how to resolve conflicts in our Christian community

Main verse: Matthew 5:23-24 "Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and
there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there in
front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift."

Hospitality in Community

Understanding the importance of hospitality within our Christian community

Main verse: Romans 12:13 "Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice
hospitality."

Diversity in Community

Learning how to embrace diversity within our Christian community

 Main verse: Galatians 3:28 "There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor
is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus."

Discipleship in Community

Understanding the importance of discipleship within our Christian community

Main verse: Matthew 28:19-20 "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing
them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey
everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."

Worship in Community

Exploring the role of worship within our Christian community

Main verse: Psalm 133:1 "How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together
in unity!"