Faith Talk – May 24, 2026
Faith Talks are designed to help you keep the conversation going beyond Sunday morning. Use this guide with your family or friends to reflect on the sermon and Life Group lesson, pray together, and put God’s Word into practice. Think of this guide as a starting place—then let God shape the conversation.
Sermon
Title: The Ordinances of the Church
Scripture: Matthew 26:26–30; Matthew 28:18–20
Overview: Jesus gave the church two ordinances to faithfully practice: baptism and the Lord’s Supper. These ordinances do not save us, but they visibly proclaim the gospel and remind believers of Christ’s work. Baptism identifies a believer with Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection. The Lord’s Supper calls believers to remember Christ’s sacrifice and anticipate His return. Together, these ordinances strengthen the church and point people to Jesus.
Main Points:
Discussion Questions:
For Kids
For Students & Adults
Application: Spend time thanking Jesus for His sacrifice and salvation. If you have never been baptized after trusting Christ, consider taking that next step of obedience.
Scripture: Matthew 26:26–30; Matthew 28:18–20
Overview: Jesus gave the church two ordinances to faithfully practice: baptism and the Lord’s Supper. These ordinances do not save us, but they visibly proclaim the gospel and remind believers of Christ’s work. Baptism identifies a believer with Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection. The Lord’s Supper calls believers to remember Christ’s sacrifice and anticipate His return. Together, these ordinances strengthen the church and point people to Jesus.
Main Points:
- The Purposes of the Ordinances
- The Practice of the Ordinances
Discussion Questions:
For Kids
- Why do you think Jesus gave His church baptism and the Lord’s Supper?
- What do baptism and the Lord’s Supper teach us about Jesus?
- How can you remember what Jesus has done for you this week?
For Students & Adults
- Why do you think God gave believers visible reminders like baptism and the Lord’s Supper?
- How do these ordinances help keep the gospel central in the life of the church?
- In what ways can practicing these ordinances strengthen your faith?
Application: Spend time thanking Jesus for His sacrifice and salvation. If you have never been baptized after trusting Christ, consider taking that next step of obedience.
Life Group
Scripture: John 3
Christ/Gospel Connections:
All of Scripture points back to Jesus. In our study each week, every age group’s lesson includes a note about how the message connects to Christ. Use these Christ/Gospel Connections as a springboard for meaningful discussion about who Jesus is and what He has done for us.
Preschool – Now that Jesus was here, John’s job was done. John was happy to step aside so Jesus could tell people about God and His kingdom.
Kids – John pointed people to believe in Jesus as the Messiah. When people believe in Jesus as the Messiah, they receive eternal life and can point others to believe in Jesus too!
Students – Jesus showed us how to decrease when He lowered Himself in obedience to the Father’s will and came to earth as a human. He took on our sin and paid our debt so that we could have right relationship with the Father and forgiveness for our sin. Jesus pointed all glory to the Father and took on the role of a servant.
Adults – Jesus is the Messiah and God the Son, coming from above to give eternal life to those who believe in Him, so He is worthy to be put first in our lives.
Discussion Questions:
For Kids
For Students & Adults
Christ/Gospel Connections:
All of Scripture points back to Jesus. In our study each week, every age group’s lesson includes a note about how the message connects to Christ. Use these Christ/Gospel Connections as a springboard for meaningful discussion about who Jesus is and what He has done for us.
Preschool – Now that Jesus was here, John’s job was done. John was happy to step aside so Jesus could tell people about God and His kingdom.
Kids – John pointed people to believe in Jesus as the Messiah. When people believe in Jesus as the Messiah, they receive eternal life and can point others to believe in Jesus too!
Students – Jesus showed us how to decrease when He lowered Himself in obedience to the Father’s will and came to earth as a human. He took on our sin and paid our debt so that we could have right relationship with the Father and forgiveness for our sin. Jesus pointed all glory to the Father and took on the role of a servant.
Adults – Jesus is the Messiah and God the Son, coming from above to give eternal life to those who believe in Him, so He is worthy to be put first in our lives.
Discussion Questions:
For Kids
- Why was John happy for people to pay attention to Jesus instead of him?
- What does it mean to believe in Jesus?
- How can you point someone to Jesus this week?
For Students & Adults
- What makes it difficult to consistently point people toward Jesus instead of ourselves?
- What areas of your life need to better reflect Jesus’ importance and authority?
- How does remembering Jesus’ humility challenge the way you live?
Pray Together
- Thank God for sending Jesus to save us.
- Commit to living in ways that point people toward Christ.
- Ask God to help your family grow in faith and obedience this week.
Activity
Point the Way
Supplies:
Instructions:
- Sticky notes or index cards
- Marker
Instructions:
- Write different places people spend time during the week (school, work, sports, neighborhood, church).
- Place them around the room.
- Take turns walking to each spot and sharing one way you can point people to Jesus there.
- End by praying together for opportunities to shine Christ’s light wherever God sends you.
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