Why Church?
All In | Part 2
Dr. Jessica Fernandez
August 24, 2025
The Church thrives when ordinary people say yes to an extraordinary mission. This message is a call to move beyond passive attendance and step fully into God’s purpose—offering our time, talents, and resources to something far greater than ourselves. Jesus invites us into a radically generous, mission-driven community where sacrifice becomes joy and service becomes worship. We’re not just filling roles—we’re building the Kingdom. When we give our lives to the Church, we’re investing in what Jesus gave His life for. Your presence matters. Your gifts matter. Because the Church isn’t just worth your time—it’s worthy of your life.
Connect. Serve. Grow. Give.
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Discussion Questions
1. What area of your life has been the hardest to surrender to Jesus—and why do you think that is? Reflect on your personal "life balls" (e.g., time,relationships, career, past, control). What are you still trying to carry?
2. What does being “All In” for Jesus look like in your current season of life? In what ways are you following Him with full devotion, and where might you be holding back?
3. How has surrendering to Jesus in the past brought freedom, healing, or direction in your life? Share a testimony of a time you let go of something and saw God show up in a powerful way.
4. Which area—Connect, Serve, Grow, or Give—do you feel God is inviting you to step into more fully right now? What’s one action you can take this week to lean into that area?
5. Why is it important to surrender in community instead of trying to do it alone? How can your group support each other in taking the next steps of obedience and trust?
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