Look Around
Look Around: What Does This Reveal About Our Church?
Jesus wasn’t writing to an individual. He was writing to a church. That means this letter invites us to evaluate not only ourselves but our church family.
Discussion
How can a church become busy, successful, and active while slowly drifting from love for Christ?
What would it look like for a church to keep its programs but lose its passion?
How would we recognize that?
The Way Back
The good news is that Jesus doesn’t simply diagnose the problem. He provides the path back. Remember. Repent. Return.
Remember
Remember what it was like when your relationship with Jesus felt alive.
Repent
Turn around. Acknowledge the drift. Choose a new direction.
Return
Go back to the practices that helped cultivate intimacy with Christ. Not because they earn God’s favor. Because they help nurture relationship.
Discussion
Which of these three steps is most difficult for you right now? Why?