Who is the Church For?

The Problem of Church, Part 1

An episode of the oneChurch.tv podcast, hosted by Chris Edmondson, Jimmy Lancaster, titled "Who is the Church For?" was published on February 5, 2023 and runs 44 minutes.

February 5, 2023 ·44m · oneChurch.tv

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Summary

Most people don't have a problem with God. After all, plenty of people show up for church on Christmas and Easter. But unfortunately people do have a problem with the church. As you read through the accounts of Jesus' life you can't escape this simple but often overlooked question, Why would Jesus spend so much time with religious outsiders? As we explore Luke 15 to find the answer to this question, we'll uncover the driving force behind our church's past, present and future direction.THE BIG IDEA: The church is for everyone—insiders and outsiders.

Episode Description

Most people don't have a problem with God. After all, plenty of people show up for church on Christmas and Easter. But unfortunately people do have a problem with the church. As you read through the accounts of Jesus' life you can't escape this simple but often overlooked question, Why would Jesus spend so much time with religious outsiders? As we explore Luke 15 to find the answer to this question, we'll uncover the driving force behind our church's past, present and future direction.

THE BIG IDEA: The church is for everyone—insiders and outsiders.

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