Do you sense that people in your life would walk away from you if they got a better offer? This impression stifles both friendships and churches alike, but if you want to have good friends, there is a way to overcome this divisive feeling: be devoted. Discover the power of devotion on Sunday as we continue our Strengthening Church Relationships Series with: Do You Want Good Friends? Be devoted.
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MESSAGE STUDY NOTES
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WARM UP
What is something you had as a child that meant a lot to you? Something you often couldn’t do without? Why did it mean so much to you?
SCRIPTURES USED
Acts 2:42, 46; Romans 12:10; Psalm 13:5, 25:7, 31:32, 32:10, 23:6; John 13:34-35; Ruth 1:16-17
MESSAGE POINTS
Devotion means:
1. Priority
2. Follow-through
3. Loyalty
Friendship Covenant: “I will be your friend no matter what”
GENERAL QUESTIONS
1. How devoted would you say the average person is in your church? Why?
2. What do you think the church would look like if she was more devoted to each other?
APPLICATION QUESTION
How would you describe your level of devotion to the people of your church? What evidence could you use to support your answer?
MENTORING QUESTION
If you were to become more devoted to your church, what changes would have to be made? What has prevented you from making these changes to this point?
