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The 4M Church: Mission


The following questions are to be used as a study aid for the sermon preached at the Grace Place on Sunday, August 14, 2011, by Pastor Kathy Tack. To get the most from these questions, go to www.graceplaceonline.us and listen to the sermon first. 

These questions can be used in your private Bible study during the week or as a basis for a small group study. For more information on hosting or leading a small group study, click on "GP Small Groups" under "GP Ministries" at www.graceplace.us. 

Explore:
Do you like to work alone or do you like to work as part of a team to accomplish a task?
Do you like to give orders or take orders?
Tell about the last big project you work on.
Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20
Extract:

How do you describe the mission of the church?
What specific mission has God given you?

Jesus called us to go.  Where are we to go to carry out our mission?
Excavate:

How have you prepared to be a disciple not just a believer?
Why do we need to be a part of a team to accomplish God’s mission?

What difference does it make how long we take to accomplish the mission?
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