Why Is Church Like This?
There’s a version of church where you show up, consume something, go home, and repeat. And then there’s a version that actually changes the way you live. This message explains why First Church is intentionally trying to become the second kind.
October 4, 2026 | Pastor John Hill
Discussion Questions
Print1. Pastor shared that by day four of the all-inclusive resort, paradise wasn’t enough anymore. When have you gotten something you really wanted and still ended up wanting more?
2. Have you been treating church more like a training facility or an all-inclusive lately? What makes you say that?
3. Pastor said the more he trained, the healthier he got, even when he didn’t feel like going. What is one habit that helps you grow closer to Jesus, even when it’s hard?
4. The woman at the well left her water jar behind and told people, “Come and see.” What is one thing you need to leave behind so you can point others to Jesus?
5. Who is one person in your life who needs to be invited to church or hear about Jesus? What is one step you can take this week to reach them?
