Sermon Title: The beauty of God’s family

Sermon Outline

• Jesus created a spiritual family formed around supreme love for Him
• Jesus promised that His family would care for those who leave all to follow Him
• Jesus’ family is a tangible extension and embodiment of His love for all to see

Main argument: Jesus formed a spiritual family around love for Him to tangibly care for each other.

The church is the embodiment of God’s love. It’s how God takes care of His people. God promises to care for people, but He doesn’t usually do it through sending angels! He cares for people as His Word leads and directs His people to be His hands and feet to care for those who are hurting, both the lost and saved alike.

Discussion Questions:

Why is it necessary for the church to care for one another like family according to Mark 10:29-31?

What should motivate us to love each other like family according to Jesus?

How does our love for Jesus cause us to love one another?

How does us loving one another put God’s love on display?

What are specific activities and practices that families do together that make them feel like family?

Who may God be leading you to reach out to in the church to treat more like family?