I Have Jesus, Why Do I Need the Church? | SWO25
You may wonder, “If my relationship with God is personal, what’s the big deal about meeting together as the Church? Can’t I just worship God alone, in the woods, or by listening to a podcast?” In this breakout, Spencer will use Scripture to answer three main questions: Who is the Church? Why do I need the Church? What is my role within the Church? He will also explore issues of overcoming past hurts within a local church and how to deal with the looming “church boredom.”
When you join Christ, you join his people—his body, his bride, his family. Church isn’t just a weekly event; it’s a vital part of God’s design for spiritual growth, encouragement, and mission.
Spencer Davis looks at common reasons people pull away from church—like boredom, hypocrisy, unmet needs, or past hurt—and offer a biblical perspective that reframes these struggles. You’ll discover how becoming an active part of a local church isn’t just helpful—it’s essential.
Whether you’re questioning the church’s relevance or want to deepen your commitment, this message will help you see the local church not as a burden, but as a gift you’re meant to both receive from and contribute to.
“OUTSIDE OF THE LOCAL CHURCH, WE WILL LACK THE ENCOURAGEMENT GOD HAS FOR US, AND WE WILL BE FAILING TO HELP OTHERS GROW IN THEIR FAITH TOO. TO THINK WE WILL CARRY ON OUR CHRISTIAN LIVES IS THEREFORE A LITTLE ARROGANT – I’M SAYING I CAN MANAGE WITHOUT THE ENCOURAGEMENT THAT GOD WANTS TO PROVIDE ME WITH THROUGH THE LOCAL CHURCH – AND QUITE SELFISH – I’M SAYING THAT I WON’T ENCOURAGE THOSE IN MY LOCAL CHURCH.” – Sam Alberry
- Galatians 3:26-28
- Titus 2:14
- 1 Peter 2:5
- Romans 12:4-5
- Ephesians 4:15-16
- 1 Corinthians 12:14-26
- Ephesians 4:11-12
- John 13:35
- Ephesians 5:22-23
- Ephesians 1:4-6
- Hebrews 3:12-13
- Hebrews 10:24-25
- 1 John 4:7-8
- Galatians 6:2
