47: Where are We Going?

The Neighborhood Church

Coming to the end of Acts 20 is like coming to the end of the second movie of an epic trilogy. There is closure to some things but ultimately, the showdown of the final episode still looms. Paul is on a farewell tour as the second large section of Acts closes. Paul encourages, blesses, and reminisces. But as the frequent flyer miles continue to rack up, this question looms: where is he going? Where are WE going? Are we sure we're headed in the right direction? Who are we going with? Let's explore and set off together. NOTES -- // SCRIPTURE FOCUS -- Acts 20 // The big question in Acts 20 and in our life is WHERE ARE WE GOING? (We may not like it, it will probably be tough, but we will make it). We'll get 3 ANSWERS to this question from 3 sections of Acts 20. // ANSWER 1 -- We're going somewhere TOGETHER // BIG IDEA -- To follow Jesus is to never walk alone. As you walk with Jesus you look up and realize that you walk with him and others through the highs and lows of life. // ANSWER 2 -- We're going to do the work of new life each of us is called and empowered to do. // QUOTE -- “Jesus did not come preaching a new philosophy. He came preaching a new way of living & dying.” (Will Willimon) // Our faith is not just meant to be believed, it's meant to be lived. // Paul has a clear vision of what he's called and empowered to do but he's always open to discern how and where he'll do it next. // What's the framing narrative of your life? The story you tell yourself and others about who you are and what you do -- the story that frames your life. // Where are you going? // Are you sure you’re headed in the right direction? // Who are you going with?