Narcissism is an extreme form of self-centeredness. Narcissistic people tend to be lonely because we want people to take at least an equal interest in us. Thankfully, God has given us the tools we need to overcome our ego-centrism which makes us better able to make and keep great friends. Find out how as we continue this Sunday with our Strengthening Church Relationships Series with “Do You Want Good Friends? Serve Them.”
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MESSAGE STUDY NOTES
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WARM UP
Describe a behavior you have seen where people are completely unaware of the impact they are having on others. How did you feel in that situation?
SCRIPTURES USED
I Corinthians 9:19, 22-23, 10:24; Galatians 5:13; I Peter 4:10; Philippians 2:3-8; John 13:34-35
MESSAGE POINTS
Serving needs:
1. The right motivation
2. The right empowerment
3. The right mindset
4. The right model
5. The right story
Friendship Covenant: “I will be your servant”
GENERAL QUESTIONS
1. Why do you think it is harder to find ministry partners (servants, “volunteers”) in churches today as compared to just a few decades ago?
2. What would you say to someone who is happy to be part of a church, but not really contributing their gifts or their time?
APPLICATION QUESTION
Why do you think Jesus commanded his followers to serve?
MENTORING QUESTION
What advice would you give a Christian who is new to serving? How would you help them to start and what do you think they should focus on?
