Where Do I Belong? Finding Community and Connection in Christ

Answering Life’s Greatest Questions: Finding Truth in a Confused World

Introduction

Acts 2:42-47; Hebrews 10:24-25

Acts 2:42–47 NKJV

42 And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers. 43 Then fear came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were done through the apostles. 44 Now all who believed were together, and had all things in common, 45 and sold their possessions and goods, and divided them among all, as anyone had need. 46 So continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart, 47 praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.

Hebrews 10:24–25 NKJV

24 And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, 25 not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching.

Prayer

Message

We Belong to God’s Family

A. Adopted as Sons and Daughters (Galatians 4:5-7)

B. Fellow Heirs with Christ (Romans 8:17)

Illustration: A child being adopted into a loving home.

Application: Commit to engaging with a small group or church family intentionally.

We Belong to One Another

A. The Body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:12-14)

B. Bear One Another’s Burdens (Galatians 6:2)

Illustration: A team working together, each member playing an essential role.

Application: Find one person in the church community to encourage this week.

We Belong on Mission

A. Go and Make Disciples (Matthew 28:19-20)

B. Shine as Lights in the World (Philippians 2:15)

Illustration: A city on a hill cannot be hidden, calling others to safety.

Application: Challenge listeners to invite someone to church or share their faith.