ENCOURAGEMENTS FOR 2026
Introduction
A. We have come to the end of 2025
B. Are we _________________ with our relationship to the local church?
C. There are many blessings as the result of belonging to the Lord’s Church. Ephesians
1:3. Several blessings:
D. As members of a local church we enjoy many benefits. Several benefits:
E. There are also responsibilities. Let’s consider three responsibities to the local
church.
I. We have a responsibility of ____________________________.
A. The Apostle Paul is an example of one who commended.
1. He thanked God for the Christians in Corinth. 1 Corinthians 1:1-4 (841)
2. Paul expressed his confidence in the Christians in Philippi. Phil. 1:3-8 (867)
3. He considered the local church in Thessalonica to be a model for other believers.
1 Thessalonians 1:6-8
B. Examples of ways we can commend the local church to which we belong:
___________________; _____________________’ ____________________.
Question:
II. We also have a responsibility of __________________________.
A. We should live to bring honor to the local church. Romans 8:12-16 (834); Matthew
5:13-16 (705)
B. The world is watching us. Examples:
III. We have a responsibility of _____________ 1 Corinthians 12:12-14,18-20,27 (848)
A. Examples:
Conclusion: Am I _________ to carry out my responsibilites to the local church?