For discussion

1. Ralph Lebold says that "the congregation is the central reality for gathered Christians." Do you agree? What are some ways that people from your congregation engage meaningfully with each other? Why do we often resist being open about our questions, finances, mental and emotional struggles?

2. Should all Christians have a sense of "call," or is that only for pastors and church workers? How have you, or others in your congregation, experienced a sense of call? How often does responding to Jesus' call to follow him require leaving home or …