Developing Your Strategy [2-21-10] I Corinthians 9:22) [LB] When I am with those whose consciences bother them easily, I don’t act as though I know it all and don’t say they are foolish; the result is that they are willing to let me help them. Yes, whatever a person is like, I try to
Knowing Whom You Can Best Reach [2-14-10] John 1:41) [GW] Andrew at once found his brother Simon and told him, “We have found the Messiah” (which means “Christ”). Matthew 9:10) [GW] Later Jesus was having dinner at Matthew’s house. Many tax collectors and sinners came to eat with Jesus and his disciples. A casual
Applying Your Purposes [2-7-10] Rick Warren writes this is the most difficult part of becoming a purpose-driven church. Many churches have done what we’ve talked about thus far: They’ve defined their purposes. They’ve developed a purpose statement. They regularly communicate their purposes to their membership. Some have even reorganized their structure around their purposes.
Organizing Around Your Purposes [1-31-10] The 2 most influential preachers of the 18th century were George Whitefield and John Wesley. They were contemporaries, and God used both in a great way; however, they differed in theology, personality, and how they organized their ministries. Whitefield preached over 18,000 sermons, averaging 10 per week. He once
Communicating Your Purposes: [1-24-10] In Nehemiah’s story of rebuilding the wall around Jerusalem, we learn that halfway through the project the people got discouraged and wanted to give up. They lost their sense of purpose and, as a result, became overwhelmed with fatigue, frustration, and fear. Nehemiah rallied the people back to work by
Defining Your Purposes: [1-17-10] What Does the Bible Say About the Church? Matthew 5:13-16; 9:35; 11:28-30; 16:15-19; 18:19-20; 22:36-40; 24:14; 25:34-40; 28:18-20; Mark 10:43-45; Luke 4:18-19; 4:43-45; John 4:23; 10:14-18; 13:34-35; 20:21; Acts 1:8; 2:41-47; 4:32-35; 5:42; 6:1-7; Romans 12:1-8; 15:1-7; I Corinthians 12:12-31; II Corinthians 5:17-6:1; Galatians 5:13-15; 6:1-2; Ephesians 1:22-23; 2:19-22; 3:6;
James 1:1-15 BIBLE STUDY Part I (Verses 1-4) [Wednesday, September 2, 2009] James 1:1-4) James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting. Regarding “James,” “He does not proclaim himself ‘the brother of Jesus’, but only a bondservant of God and of the
What Drives Our Church? Tradition: “We’ve always done it this way!” Personality: “We’ll do whatever the leader wants.” Finances: “How much will it cost?” Programs: Sunday school, the women’s program, the choir, and the youth group are examples of programs that are often driving forces in churches. “We’ll do what we
Myths About Growing Churches: Myth # 1: The Only Thing That Large Churches Care About Is Attendance: The Truth Is, chances are you won’t grow large if that’s all you care about. Attendance campaigns and advertising might attract some visitors, but they won’t stick around for long unless the church delivers something of value
Thanking Him [12-27-09] Purpose For the New Year Ephesians 5:18-21) (GW) Don’t get drunk on wine, which leads to wild living. Instead, be filled with the Spirit 19) by reciting psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs for your own good. Sing and make music to the Lord with your hearts. 20) Always thank God the
