As You Go: A Fresh Look at SHARE

May 16/17, 2015



READ Matthew 28:16-20
What does evangelism mean to you? What does Jacob's Well mean by SHARE? What do you think of when you hear the term "The Great Commission?" We all have a preconceived notion of these meanings. Please CHAT with your small group about what these words mean to you and where those ideas came from.

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At Jacob's Well, we are always talking about the commitments of WORSHIP, BELONG, GROW, SERVE, and SHARE. Many of us can admit that SHARE is often the commitment we let slide most often. It's just the easiest. When someone asks you if you're in a small group or your serving, it's a yes or no answer. Not too many people ask if you're sharing God's story with others. There's very little accountability with that commitment. It doesn't mean we're not sharing, but it's probably not as frequent as when we serve or get together with others.

So what does the Bible teach about living out the Great Commission? GO OVER each of these items with your small group. Why is each item important?

• It begins with worship - v.17
• Doubters welcomed - v. 17
• Jesus gives the authority - v.18
• Do it as you go - v.19
• Make disciples - v. 19
• Baptizing in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit - v. 19
• Teaching them to observe all I commanded - v. 20
• I am with you until the end of the age - v. 20

What surprises you about these verses that you never noticed before? What makes you uncomfortable? How do these verses change your idea about the Great Commission?

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ASK yourselves these questions in your group. What does it mean to call people to a faith relationship in Jesus? Pastor Paul spoke over the weekend about being called to boldness and intentionality. What is your current idea of bold and intentional? Does that fit your personality? What if bold and intentional can also look like friendly and inviting? What if it's less like a cold call and more like a relationship? 

REREAD Matthew 28:16-20 with fresh eyes. PRAY for God to prepare your heart for His next steps for your life. PRAY for wisdom and courage as you go. PRAY for those you know who need Jesus.

next steps

     worship

The Prayer Trail behind JW is OPEN for the summer. PICK UP a guide book at the welcome center or FIND one at one of the prayer points on the trail. It’s a beautiful & peaceful place to connect with God.

     belong
SPEND some time this week thinking about how your story relates to God's story and to the stories of others in your group. We'll talk more about this next week.
     grow

Beginning May 19 - Celebrate Recovery is a proven Biblical recovery program for those struggling with hurts, hang-ups, and habits. Childcare possible. Join any time! Meets at JW North Venue on Tuesdays @6:30pm. www.celebraterecovery.com Call Lisa Wachsmuth at 479.285.0408 or email her at lisamarie01282011@yahoo.com for more info.

DivorceCare is a DVD-based divorce recovery support group to find healing from separation/divorce. Don’t isolate yourself; come be part of a caring group who will take steps together toward wholeness. No need to sign up, just show up. Workbook cost is $16. THURSDAYS @6:30pm in the Fireside Room beginning May 21. Contact Lauri Gulotta at 715.833.2050 or lauri.gulotta@jacobswellec.org. 

     serve
FIND someone you know this week who needs to know Jesus and SERVE them in some small way. TAKE them a meal, ASK how they're doing, LISTEN.
     share

JOIN in caring for NPH Honduras orphans. A team is traveling to Honduras June 14 and bringing 500 hand-sewn bags with them filled with supplies. Prayer, supply items, and monetary gifts are welcome. Contact Melissa Kopsell at 715.828.8214 to help.