Big Idea: The Church is the Bride of Christ — loved, pursued, and invited to live in faithful union with Him.
Icebreaker: What’s the best way to start the day?
Sermon Questions:
How does viewing the Church as the Bride of Christ change your perception of its importance?
What does it mean to you that Christ gave Himself up for the Church?
In what ways can our worship go beyond singing and encompass our daily lives?
Scripture Discussion Questions:
Read Ephesians 5:25–27
- What does this passage teach us about Christ’s love for the Church?
- How does this set a model for how we are to love one another?
- What does it mean for the Church to be “without stain or wrinkle”?
Read Romans 12:9–16
- How do these verses illustrate what it means to belong to each other?
- Which of these commands is most challenging for you, and why?
- How does this passage guide our relationships in the church?
Read Revelation 19:7–8
- What does it mean for the Bride (the Church) to be “made ready”?
- How does this image inspire urgency in how we live today?
- What role do worship and mission play in this preparation?
Prayer:
Jesus, thank You for loving the Church as Your Bride. Shape us into a radiant community of love, humility, and mission—committed to You, to each other, and to Your purpose. Amen.