What’s Missing In The Church?

Summary

Today's sermon focused on the importance of understanding and living in the power of God as described in Ephesians 1. Pastor John emphasized that the same power that raised Christ from the dead is available to all believers. He encouraged the congregation to believe in this power and to live their lives in a way that reflects the teachings and actions of Jesus Christ. The sermon also highlighted the need for the church to stand up and be a transformative force in society, rather than relying on political solutions to address moral and spiritual issues.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, we come before You today with open hearts and minds. We ask that You help us to truly understand and embrace the incredible power that You have made available to us through Your Holy Spirit. Guide our discussion today and help us to draw nearer to You, so that we may live out Your word and be a light in this world. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Key Verses

1. Ephesians 1:19-20

2. James 4:8

3. Philippians 1:6

4. Romans 8:11

5. 1 John 2:5-6

Questions

1. What stood out to you the most from today's sermon?

2. How have you experienced God's presence during our 40-day journey?

3. What does it mean to you to live like Jesus did?

4. Why do you think the church today struggles to demonstrate the power of God?

5. How can we as a small group encourage each other to live in the power of the Holy Spirit?

6. Have you ever witnessed or experienced a miracle? If so, share your experience.

7. What steps can we take to ensure that our church becomes a transformative force in our community?

8. How can we better support and pray for those who are sick or suffering in our congregation?

Life Application

This week, challenge yourself to pray specifically for God's power to be evident in your life. Look for opportunities to act in faith, whether it's praying for someone who is sick, sharing your faith with a friend, or stepping out in obedience to something God has placed on your heart.