Calvary Church
A Church That Honors
Main Idea: In this message we will see that in His Sovereignty God has establish the local church and pastoral leadership to accomplish His mandate for making disciples. We will look at 5 keys to responding rightly to our church and our pastors.
Locations & Times
Calvary Church
4700 53rd St, Moline, IL 61265, USA
Sunday 8:30 AM
Sunday 10:30 AM
A. Jesus’ Final Commands – The Great Commission – Make DISCIPLES!
B. God’s Plan for Fulfilling the Great Commission – The LOCAL CHURCH!
C. God Gave PASTORS as Gifts ... (Apostles)(Prophets)(Evangelists)(Pastors/Teachers)
5 Key Things for Believers in Their Relationship to Their Church & Their Pastors
1. Right Relationship to AUTHORITY – (Romans 13:1-2) *(Includes Pastors)
1. Right Relationship to AUTHORITY – (Romans 13:1-2) *(Includes Pastors)
A. God has established authority in the life of a believer for their GOOD!
1) To grow in wisdom & character (Luke 2:48-52)
2) To gain protection from destructive temptations (I Samuel 15:23)
3) To receive clear direction for life decisions (Matthew 8:5-13)
2) To gain protection from destructive temptations (I Samuel 15:23)
3) To receive clear direction for life decisions (Matthew 8:5-13)
2. Submission to Pastoral TEACHING and Leadership
3. Discipleship – More Than Teaching – Follow Their LIVES as Examples
4. SUPPORT, PRAY & Remain Loyal (Giving & Prayer & Loyalty)
5. Commitment to the VISION for the Church Set Forth by the Pastors
Talk About It
Discussion Questions:
1. Why is it more effective in making disciples to do so within the structure of the local church, rather than on our own?
2. Why is essential to have a right attitude and response to people God places in authority over us?
3. What are some ways we can exhibit a right response toward the pastors and leaders of our church?
Next Step:
•Make it a point to pray together as a family for your church and your pastors in an attitude of thanksgiving.
1. Why is it more effective in making disciples to do so within the structure of the local church, rather than on our own?
2. Why is essential to have a right attitude and response to people God places in authority over us?
3. What are some ways we can exhibit a right response toward the pastors and leaders of our church?
Next Step:
•Make it a point to pray together as a family for your church and your pastors in an attitude of thanksgiving.