The Vineyard Church
Pastor Mark Pope,
May 11/12, 2019
Question:
How hard is it for people to connect with us?
Acts 8:26-31, 35-38 NIV
Main Point #1:
People with relational margin…
Take initiative with limited details.
Subpoint:
Philip prioritized the opportunity over what could have become awkward.
John 3:16 NIV
Revelation 3:20 NIV
Question:
Am I still initiating contact in close relationships?
Question:
Am I still risking contact for that new opportunity?
Main Point #2:
People with relational margin…
Include questions as part of the conversation.
Subpoint:
There is more relational power in an inquiry than there is in a declaration.
Quote:
“Telling creates resistance, asking creates friendships.” — Andrew Sobel
Mark 10:51 NIV
Mark 8:27, 29 NIV
John 6:67-68 NIV
Question:
When was the last time I utilized the power of a question?