Family of God Matthew 16:13-20

Questions to Ponder in C-Group:

1. Read Matthew 16:13-20 as a group. What about this account resonates with you, draws your attention, or surprises you?

2. All of Jesus' followers are called to be a part of Church... Would you consider yourself part of Church? What is the criteria of being 'part of church?'

3. What needs to change in our church to begin to live this way?

Personal Ponderings:

1. Read Matthew 16:13-20. Who do you say Jesus is? Who is he to you, and why is knowing that important?

2. The church is made up of people. . . not brick and mortar. . . How does that change the way you think about church?

3. All of Jesus' followers are called to be a part of Church. . . Would you consider yourself part of Church? What is the criteria of being 'part of Church?'

4. How does your commitment effect the church? How do other peoples' actions affect you in light of participating in what we call 'Church?'