Church Matters

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Church Matters

January 7, 2024 • Rev. Dr. Bankole Akinbinu • Hebrews 10:23–25

1. The Adversary Seeks to Convince Christians that Church Doesn’t Matter

2. Church matters because it is the place where we are provoked to righteous living

3. Church matters because it encourages our perseverance

A Compelling Church

February 18, 2024 • Rev. Dr. Bankole Akinbinu • Acts 2:42–47

1. We don’t do church simply to cater to insiders. We do church to compel outsiders. 2. Recognize that it’s not our work, but God’s work through us. 3. A compelling community is what sustains and encourages continued growth

This is Church: United in Care

February 4, 2024 • Rev. Dr. Bankole Akinbinu • Acts 2:42–47

1. Rugged Individualism takes a back seat to Holy Communalism 2. Surrender our Possessions for God’s Purposes (generosity) 3. We have a Plan, program and process for Care

This is Church: A Praying Church (United in Prayer)

January 28, 2024 • Rev. Dr. Bankole Akinbinu • Acts 2:42–47

1. Corporate prayer supports and strengthens our unity 2. Corporate prayer is needed for discernment, decision-making, or direction 3. Corporate prayer is needed for the enablement of ministry 4. Corporate prayer is needed for victory over opposition