Brady Cook - June 9, 2024
A Church That Grows Disciplines Effectively
From Series: "A Church That Grows"
Hillside church of Christ 2024, Quarter 2, Sundays Topic: Church Growth
Brady• April 9, 2023•
The glory of the Resurrection is real, but it’s coupled with the tragedy of the Crucifixion. Even if you’re not religious, it’s one of the most pivotal moments in world history.
But a big question remains…who’s responsible for the death of Jesus?
The usual suspects emerge: Pilate, the Romans, and the Jews. Scripturally though, the Bible talks about how we’re all responsible (1 Peter 2:18-25).
Realistically though, the responsibility is with me. Not everyone (although that is true), but with me. I’m responsible. Me. Just me.
Personalizing the Cross is important, because it reminds me of God’s love. Even if nobody else had sinned, my sins would’ve been enough to put Jesus on the cross.
What a powerful concept for us to think on.
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CloseEventually, every church will need to exercise some kind of discipline. Sometimes it's a huge move like disfellowshipping someone, but more often, it's conversations between two people about a sin that is present in someone's life. No one enjoys these moments, but they're necessary to preserving the spiritual unity of a congregation. Without discipline, a church can't grow.
Hillside church of Christ 2024, Quarter 2, Sundays Topic: Church Growth
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