LIFE IN CHURCH

EKKLESIA

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Table of Contents

Metaphor of Radiate

What Is Church?

Unleashing Transformation

Core Convictions

Soul Environments

Team Covenant

Radiate Team Checklist

Elemental Faith

Notes

The hardest part:

_____________________________ ____________________________________

The Radiate Metaphor

1ra·di·ate verb \ˈrā-dē-ˌāt\intransitive verb1: to proceed in a direct line from or toward a center2: to send out rays : shine brightly3a : to issue in or as if in rays

b : to evolve by adaptive radiation

transitive verb1: to send out in or as if in rays2: irradiate, illuminate3: to spread abroad or around as if from a center

Radiate is a biblical community of people who find their center in Jesus, following Him in a straight line from us to others, in the process being transformed in a transparent way from the inside out to be created in His likeness.

Radiate is by nature of our metaphor all about transformation shining from the inside moving outside.

Role Pastor

Metaphors/Images

Cultural Architect/Navigator

Role Leadership Team

Metaphors/Images

Knights of the Roundtable

In Threes (down only)In Threes (down only)In Threes (down only)

Events love goes faith

Lifegroups lean forward hope

Gatherings live expansively love

Best metaphor: _______________, not ____________________

Role Deacon

Metaphors/Images

Scout

Role Elder

Metaphors/Images

Skydiver

CHURCHWhat Is Church?

Two expressions of the Church (ekklesia):

The Church is people united together through Jesus Christ in common cause and community.

Acts 2:44-46/1 Cor. 12:12, 13, 27

1. ________________ of Christ/Community

Ephesians 6:10-13

2. ________________ of God/Cause

Two Responsibilities of the Church

1 Cor. 12:7/Gal. 5:13

1. To ! ________________

Acts 1:8

2. To _________________

Two Results In the Church

Acts 2:42-47

1. United 2. Expanding

The word 'church' in the New Testament is translated from the Greek word 'ekklesia' which comes from two words 'ek' meaning 'out'

and 'kaleo' meaning to 'call.'

Radiate Vocabulary and

Structure

Anyone can be a ___________________________: facilitate, participate or advance what weʼre doing.

* only Radiate team can lead others.

Those who have gone through the following can be a part of the Radiate _____________________.

" " Make a commitment of your life to follow Jesus " " wholeheartedly and without reservation.

" " Make it public by obeying Jesus through baptism by " " immersion.

" " Become a part of a Lifegroup.

" " Complete “Life In Christ”

" " Complete “Life In Church”

" " Be Commissioned.

Radiate _________________ depend on the changing size, structure, and needs of Radiate.

* Must be voted on by leadership team

* Pending on where Radiate is at and what the need is, may need to be voted on by Radiate team

Unleashing Transformation

ethosThe defining characteristics and

distinguishing attitudes held by individuals as passed on through their community.

The ______________________________

of Radiate

followers of Jesus Christ, committed to live

1 Thessalonians 1:3

We remember before our God and Father your work produced

by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance

inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.

Matthew 5:15-16

Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead

they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house.

In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may

see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

The ______________ of RadiateLove _______________

Lean _______________

Live ________________

Radiate Team Covenant

To Invest Your __________________.1 Thessalonians 5:4-28; Galatians 5:24&25

Honor God by following Christ personally and passionately. Your reputation is Christʼs reputation and the churchʼs reputation.

To Invest Your __________________.Hebrews 10:23-25; Galatians 5:13

Participate in the life of the congregation through genuine worship, sharing, learning and serving.

To Invest Your __________________.1 Corinthians 16:2; 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Support the spread of the kingdom of God here and worldwide by tithing (10% of your income); and then by giving more as the Lord leads. Invest your time, skills, talents, and gifts in and through the church.

To Invest Your ___________________.Luke 10:25-37, Matthew 28:18-20

Develop authentic loving relationships with others in the church; Establish significant relationships with those who do not know Jesus.

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Core Convictions

_________ is the only hope for a lost and broken world.

Every follower of Jesus is ____________________ and ______________________________ by God to serve the Body and seek the Lost.

The _____________ is Godʼs authoritative word to us.

The local _________ is Godʼs agent for redemptive change.

Love is __________________.

Geography has no ______________ for love, nor social status, nor cultural divide.

About GodGod is the creator and ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three persons – the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God.Genesis 1:1, 26, 27; 3:22; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; 1 Peter 1:2; 2; 1 Corinthians 13:14

About ManMan is made in the spiritual image of God, to be like him in character. He is the supreme object of Godʼs creation. Although man has tremendous potential for good, he is marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called "sin." This attitude separates man from God.Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6a; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 59:1, 2

About EternityMan was created to exist forever. He will either exist eternally separated from God by sin or in union with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is hell. To be eternally in union with him is eternal life. Heaven and hell are places of eternal existence.John 3:16; John 2:25; John 5:11-13; Romans 6:23; Revelation 20:15; 1 John 5:11-12; Matthew 25:31-46

About Jesus ChristJesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all men by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to heavenʼs glory and will return again to earth to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.Matthew 1:22, 23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5, 14:10-30; Hebrews 4:14, 15; 1 Corinthians 15:3, 4; Romans 1:3, 4; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Timothy 6:14, 15; Titus 2:13

About SalvationSalvation is a gift from God to man. Man can never make up for his sin by self-improvement or good works – only by trusting in Jesus Christ as Godʼs offer of forgiveness can man be saved from sinʼs penalty. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith.Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8, 9; John 14:6, 1:12; Titus 3:5; Galatians 3:26; Romans 5:1

About Eternal SecurityBecause God gives man eternal life through Jesus Christ, the believer is secure in salvation for eternity. Salvation is maintained by the grace and power of God, not by the self-effort of the Christian.John 10:29; 2 Timothy 1:12; Hebrews 7:25; 10:10, 14; 1 Peter 1:3-5

About The Holy SpiritThe Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son as God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. The Christian seeks to live under his control daily.2 Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13, 14:16, 17; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:12, 3:16; Ephesians 1:13; Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:1

About The BibleThe Bible is Godʼs word to all men. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is truth without any mixture of error.2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20, 21; 2 Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:105,160, 12:6; Proverbs 30:5

About BaptismBaptism by immersion symbolizes the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus and is your public declaration that you have accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Savior. Baptism does not save you, but shows the world that you have already been saved. And while baptism is not required for salvation, it is a biblical command and demonstrates your love and obedience to Christ.

Learn More: See Life In ChristColossians 2:12; Acts 2:41; Ephesians 2: 8-9; Matthew 28:19-20

About CommunionCommunion, or the Lordʼs Supper, is an ordinance given to all believers by Jesus Christ to remember his sacrifice for us and to symbolize the new covenant. The elements of bread and wine or juice are symbols of Christʼs broken body and shed blood. Communion is not a means of salvation. Rather, it is a testament of a believerʼs faith in the atoning work of the cross.

Learn More: there is more information available (just ask)Matthew 26:26-30; Mark 14:22-26; Luke 22:19,20; 1 Corinthians 11:23-29