What is the greatest, most crying need in the church today?

How you answer this question will determine much of how you live the Christian life. Yesterday, Mark sought to answer this question as he brought our ‘Connect’ series from 1 Corinthians to a close.

Mark shared with us Mike Bullmore’s answer to this all-important question:

“What is the greatest, most crying need in the church today? Not just a biblical/theological literacy but a functioning biblical/theological literacy, especially a functioning gospel.”

He had more to say than just that, but let’s keep it simple, right? The bottom line is that the gospel has to work for us in daily life. That means that the fact that Christ died for our sins must change the way we work, study, play, and relate to others. The implications of this truth are vast and far reaching.

Even though the Connect series is now over, don’t be too quick to let this truth leave you. Find ways to keep this in front of you. For instance, remember the concentric circles. As you read Scripture, try to determine: is any given verse a statement of the gospel itself, a truth that is true because of the gospel, or a behavior that flows from the gospel?

While you’re thinking about that, tell us: what was your favorite message from the Connect series? What lessons do you remember, and have you been trying to apply?

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