Our destination is a church we’ve heard of often but know little about. Our favorable impression suggests a thriving, dynamic congregation. After the service they invite us back.
I want to say yes, but our schedule won’t permit it.
Consider these four discussion questions about Church #40:
1. As we walk inside, a young man introduces us to his wife, and they invite us to sit with them. We gladly accept his visitor-friendly outreach.
What can you do to help visitors feel more welcomed and comfortable?
2. Avoiding the often-awkward greeting time, they pass a friendship pad for everyone to sign. It contains a visitor card, which Candy completes, but she doesn’t know what to do with it. They solved one problem but created another.
How can you make your expectations clearer?
3. Foremost in their church vision is prayer. “There is power in prayer,” states the preacher. “Prayer should be our default inclination.”
How can you make prayer a more significant part of your church service and your faith?
4. After the service, our seatmates give us a tour of the facility, which left us with a favorable impression. What an inclusive gesture. I feel honored.
How can you better include, accept, and honor guests?
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