We unpack about the difference between a Bible study and a church, emphasizing how the seven marks of a local body of Christ set it apart from small groups or friendships. When we minimize God’s plan for the church, we miss the life-changing work of His people gathered together.

QUESTIONS:

1. Which of the seven marks of a church do you see most clearly in your current church experience? What about least clearly?
2. How can you shift from a casual view of church attendance to making it a life-giving rhythm in your family?
3. In what ways does belonging to a local body of Christ strengthen your faith beyond what a friend group or Bible study can provide?

READ MORE:

• “I will build my church” in Matthew 16:18
• Jesus’ prayer for unity in John 17:20–23
• “Do not neglect meeting together” in Hebrews 10:24–25
• Spiritual authority and leadership in Hebrews 13:17
• The Great Commission in Matthew 28:19–20

In this episode, we unpack how to recognize what’s good, what’s neutral, and what’s broken when it comes to what we're being fed by our culture. From music and movies to concerts and comedy, Christians often live between two extremes: mindlessly consuming or harshly withdrawing. But the Bible gives us a better way. God is the giver of joy, creativity, and beauty, yet He also calls us to wisdom, holiness, and discernment.

QUESTIONS:

1. Do you tend to mindlessly consume culture or harshly reject it?
2. Where have you seen common grace in music, movies, or art...even from non-believers?
3. What filters or boundaries could help you honor God while still enjoying creativity?

READ MORE:

• Discernment and transformation in Romans 12:1–2
• Common grace in Matthew 5:45
• Guarding your heart in Proverbs 4:23
• Spiritual maturity through solid food in Hebrews 5:14

We navigate suffering with faith, honesty, and the ministry of presence. Lament is not the enemy of faith—it’s a vital path to healing. We share stories from our life and leadership to help you hold onto joy, lean into God, and walk others through their pain with grace.

QUESTIONS:

1. How do you usually respond when you find yourself in a hard place?

2. Who has ministered to you in your hard seasons, and how can you do the same for

others?

3. What does it look like to “trust fall” into Jesus in the middle of pain?

READ MORE:

- “Go from strength to strength” in Psalm 84:5–7

- Expressing sorrow in Lamentations (entire book)

- “Prayer and petition” in Philippians 4:6–7

- God hears and comforts in Revelation 6:9

- “Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you” in 1 Peter 5:7