STEP 1

PREPARATION

​Prepare your heart and mind as you begin church at home.

• WATCH this short video from our OBC team

• PRAY, releasing yourself & this time of worship into the Lord's hands

• READ the scripture below:

Ephesians 4:1-16

STEP 2

WORSHIP

We know worship is expressed in many ways. A great expression of worship is through song. Take a moment to visit this week's playlist!

Prayer consider worshipping through

GIVING

STEP 3 

THE MESSAGE

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STEP 4 

DISCUSSION

Share these questions in your household or with others from OBC over the phone

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- John used 3 key words when discussing the importance of knowing others & being known. Love, support & accountability – what should each look like in our context?

- John discusses that each & every voice matters. Something that makes us unique as Baptists. Discuss this statement; 'You & your contribution to the body of Christ is essential.'

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- Whose stories & testimony (aside from your own) have really had an impact on you?

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- Ephesians 4 gives us a pretty detailed account around the expectations of Christian living. Discuss how biblical & spiritual maturity is likely to come about through unity.

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STEP 5
MISSION & PRAYER

This week, pray for those you consider your small group, those who you know & feel known by.

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Pick a Baptist or/& OBC ministry & take time to learn about what they are doing & pray for them.

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Discern what the Lord is asking of you as a participant in the Kingdom call, as a member of the body of Christ, what impact is he calling on from you this week?

EXTRA STEP 
INCREDIBLE BAPTISTS

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Our NZ Baptist movement has had some incredible stories throughout the years. Take some time & feel encouraged by those who have followed the call of Christ on their lives

Joan Milner (1921 - 2018

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Joan Milner was the first Baptist full-time worker among Maori. She was based in Lower Waikato, Waiuku and Pukekohe and marae nearby.