Inviting Matters
Sermon Recap 🎬
Pastor Léonce delves into the importance of hospitality and Christians being ambassadors of reconciliation in the sermon "Inviting Matters." He emphasizes overcoming fear to invite others to meet Jesus, drawing inspiration from his own encounters and the transformative power of being in Christ. Believers are called to see others through the lens of reconciliation, actively participating in God's plan to bring all things back to Himself. The sermon concludes with a gospel invitation, urging listeners to embrace Jesus' hospitality and commit to being ambassadors for Christ in a world in need of reconciliation.
Application Questions 💬
What does it mean to be an ambassador for Christ, and how can we apply this to our daily lives?
In the sermon, Pastor Léonce refers to 2 Corinthians 5:16-20, connecting the idea of being ambassadors to our role as believers in Christ.
In what ways can you represent Christ and His kingdom in your life today?
Why is it important for believers to actively share their faith and invite others to meet Jesus?
Pastor Léonce emphasizes that Christians are called to share the good news and contribute to the ministry of reconciliation.
What are some fears or obstacles you've faced when trying to share your faith, and how can you overcome them?
How can we view others not from a human point of view, but through the lens of the new creation in Christ?
Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5, Pastor Léonce explains that we should see others as trapped in the old age or free to the new age.
How can changing your perspective towards others affect your relationships and your desire to share the gospel with them?
What are some practical ways to express hospitality and invite others to experience Jesus and His people?
Pastor Léonce describes actions like throwing parties, hosting dinners, and bringing people to church as ways to fulfill the Christian mandate.
What are some specific ways you can put these ideas into practice within your community or circle of friends?
How do you envision a church that truly embraces its role as a community of ambassadors?
At the end of the sermon, Pastor Léonce challenges believers to commit to sharing faith and living out the hospitality exemplified by Jesus.
What steps can you and your church take to become a more welcoming and inviting community for those outside the faith?
Prayer 🙏
• Ask God for courage to invite others to know Jesus.
• Help us to see others through God's eyes and love them as He does.
• Empower us to be bold witnesses and ambassadors for Christ.
