Pastor Brian Wilkie - Lego Church; Some Assembly Required - August 30, 2026 - Bible Study

Bible Reading

Genesis 2:18

— “Then the LORD God said, ‘It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him.’”

[33:19]

Matthew 16:18

— “And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”

[37:24]

Hebrews 10:24–25

— “And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.”

[40:06]

1 Peter 2:4–5

— “As you come to him, a living stone rejected by men but in the sight of God chosen and precious, you yourselves like living stones are being built up as a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.”

[01:00:14]

Observation questions

1. In Genesis 2, what had God called “good” before he said that Adam being alone was “not good”? What does that contrast show about human aloneness? [32:50]
2. In Hebrews 10:24–25, what are believers meant to do for one another when they meet together?
3. What different ways can God’s people assemble besides a large Sunday gathering in one building? [46:31]
4. In 1 Peter 2:4–5, who is the living stone at the center, and what are believers being built into together? [01:02:06]

Interpretation questions

1. If Jesus promises to build his church on faith in him, why is a church with struggles, differences, and imperfect people not necessarily a failed church? [37:33]
2. Hebrews says gathering helps believers stir one another toward love and good works. What might be lost when a believer treats church only as a service to watch rather than a people to know?
3. The image of Lego shows that the same people may be assembled in different ways for different ministries. How does this help a believer see ministry beyond one program, one building, or one group of friends? [46:39]
4. God’s justice is described as making things right, caring for the poor, lifting the helpless, and welcoming the stranger. How does this understanding keep mercy and justice together rather than treating them as opposites? [56:52]

Application questions

1. Where is individualism most tempting right now—perhaps in avoiding help, keeping struggles private, or serving only when it is convenient? What would one small step toward real connection look like this week? [34:19]
2. Is there someone in the church community who has been missed lately—a person who may need a call, card, meal, visit, or simple encouragement? What could be done to reconnect with them? [01:17:46]
3. Every piece matters, but it can be easy either to feel unimportant or to assume others are less necessary. Which temptation is more familiar, and how could it be replaced with gratitude for the gifts God has given others? [01:10:37]
4. When difficult personalities, different backgrounds, or old wounds make connection hard, what helps a believer remain present and loving instead of pulling away? [01:07:14]
5. Are there hurts or trust issues that make it difficult to “fit together” with others? What safe, honest step could be taken toward healing and trust rather than carrying that hurt alone? [01:11:14]
6. Where might love of comfort, control, influence, or power be competing with mercy in daily life? How could care for someone weak, overlooked, poor, or lonely make God’s mercy visible this week? [59:16]
7. What ability, experience, resource, or burden has God given that could become part of a shared ministry—whether through prayer, hospitality, practical help, Bible study, community care, or partnership with other believers? [49:24]