Small Group Questions
Connecting to The Bridge Church (Vision, Mission and Values)
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Read Matthew 28:18-20 and Matthew 22:37-40
What is the central mission of the church according to Matthew 28:18-20?
What is the relationship between the Great Commission (Matthew 28) and the Greatest Commission (Matthew 22)?
Read Romans 12:4-5 and 1 Peter 4:10
In what ways does the Lord give specific churches a unique shape and purpose alongside foundational aims of Jesus?
How can God’s unique calling for specific churches be likened to different families or the different branches of the military and why is this relevant in finding a church home?
How do our history and origins at The Bridge Church continue to influence us?
The remaining questions relate to The Bridge Church Vision and Mission statements below:
Vision: To be a church where God’s presence dwells, lives are transformed, disciples are made, and Jesus love is proclaimed and demonstrated in all aspects of life impacting Lanark & the nations.
Mission: The Bridge Church exists to love God with all our hearts, grow together as disciples of Jesus in a loving and family orientated community, and share His love and grace in every aspect of life—all through the power and leading of His Spirit, the guidance of His Word, and the transforming truth of His Gospel.
How can we pursue the Greatest Commission as our highest priority and why is this important?
What does it mean to say ‘the gospel is how we come to Christ AND it’s how we grow every step’?
In what ways can we walk in complete dependence on the Holy Spirit and how is this reflected in church life?
What role does the Holy Spirit play in the process of discipleship?
If we believe that the Bible really is God’s word, why is it vital that we act like it?
How should we approach disagreements regarding non-essentials when they pertain to specific convictions we hold as a church (such as the charismatic gifts or women in leadership)?
What do we mean by saying ‘making Jesus Lord isn’t an optional extra, but it’s real discipleship’?
To grow as disciples, why is it vital to continually resist and fight against sin in our lives and not merely appeal to grace? (See Romans 6:1-4)
How are relationships important in our personal growth as disciples?
What practical steps can members of The Bridge Church take to grow together as disciples?
Why do you think it’s important to value and learn from multi-generational and multi-cultural Christian community and not be cliquish? What must we do to foster this in our church?
What is the responsibility of each person in the church to cultivate a warm and welcoming culture at The Bridge Church?
Why does the enemy target relationships in the church and what does it mean to fight for our relationships?
In what ways can individuals contribute to building trust and healthy relationships within the church?
Why is it crucial to prioritise character over growing and ministering in spiritual gifts?
What are the implications of the following quote: “The worst thing that can happen to a man is to succeed before he is ready” (Dr. Lloyd-Jones)
What does it mean that ‘Jesus calls each of us to be disciples who make disciples’?
In what ways can individuals at The Bridge Church actively fulfill their role in ‘making disciples’?
Why should we celebrate what God is doing in other places?
