Mature Christians and Unity

Harris Creek Baptist Church

April 14, 2024 • Jonathan Pokluda • Ephesians 4:1–16

The disposition of a mature Christian comes from a unified doctrine. The deployment of mature Christians leads to unified service. The development of mature Christians makes up a unified church.

A mature Christian’s disposition

A mature Christian’s deployment

A mature Christian’s development

Life Group Discussion:

Who do you know that is clearly marked with love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, and gentleness? What makes you say that? Would someone think about you?

Where have you been deployed in the body to use your gifts? If you haven’t deployed your gifts, ask your LG how they see God using you in the body.

Are you in a season where you are a weak part of the body? Share with your LG and let them pray for you during this difficult season. Take a step forward in growing your faith. Don’t just “go” to church, but “be” the church.

Winning The War

May 26, 2024 • Jonathan Pokluda • Ephesians 6:10–20

We are in a real war, and if we don’t realize it, then we are losing. Once we learn to watch for it, we begin to see it. Once we see it, we can’t unsee it. Paul writes in Ephesians 6 everything we need to know to resist temptation when the enemy attacks. Stand strong against Satan’s schemes Stand firm and suited up Stay praying in The Spirit and share Life Group Discussion: Do you recognize when the enemy attacks? Why is it important to stay on guard? What is a moment you stood strong against the enemy? What is a moment you failed, but you felt the grace of Jesus that he’s already won the battle?

The Call to Discipleship

May 19, 2024 • John Elmore • Ephesians 6:1–9

Let your life be a life of worship as you obey your parents, guide your children, and work in the role God has placed you in. Live a life of worshipping Jesus in your home and at your workplace. Children: Honor and Obey Dads: Discipline and Disciple Workers: Worship Life Group Discussion: How old should children be to continue to obey their parents? What areas in your life do you model well for your children? What areas do you struggle with? Do you feel like your work is a place that you can “worship” unto the Lord? If not, how can you make it a place you can worship while you work?

The Truth About Marriage

May 12, 2024 • Jonathan Pokluda • Ephesians 5:21–33

A marriage cannot be happy or healthy without Christ at the center of it. In this message, Jonathan Pokluda teaches us that (1) the mindset of marriage must be sacrifice and submission, (2) the mission of marriage is sanctification through service, and (3) the mystery of marriage is that it showcases our savior.