In a divided world Jesus’ radical inclusivity breaks down barriers and invites everyone—regardless of their background—into the Kingdom of God.
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Main Ideas:
We waste so much energy deciding who should be in and who should be out.
Jesus’ inclusion of people reveals God’s inclusive heart.
We expect God to exclude the people we exclude.
God loves to include.
Jesus’ inclusivity comforts the rejected and offends the exclusive.
The faith of the rejected amazes Jesus
Membership in the KoG is dependent on one thing… Trust in Jesus.
Jesus’ initial reaction is always to open his arms and say, “Welcome home!”
A Jesus Follower’s role is to offer the invitation, not decide who should be allowed into the party.
The inclusion of God is the only thing that can bring the world together.
Invitation:
Take a moment to pray for someone you have rejected.
Read a Gospel and make a note everytime Jesus accepts someone.
Discussion Questions:
- What stood out, bothered, confused, angered, encouraged, inspired, or comforted you in this week’s message?
- Why do you think people naturally gravitate towards creating divisions, including within churches?
- Read Ephesians 4:1-6, 1 Peter 3:8, and Galatians 3:28. How do you think we can practice unity and inclusivity even in matters where we strongly disagree?
- What are some practical steps you can take to help promote inclusion and unity in our church community?
- How can your group pray for you this week?
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