Remember — Jesus Is Alive!
No matter what happens in this life, no matter what job we lose, no matter what relationship ends, no matter how many people turn their back on us, we are not forgotten. Jesus has taken up our case.
No matter what happens in this life, no matter what job we lose, no matter what relationship ends, no matter how many people turn their back on us, we are not forgotten. Jesus has taken up our case.
What distinguishes our evangelism efforts from the sales pitches we're bombarded with every day?
Neighborly Faith is encouraging dinner and dialogue between Muslims and Christians.
Keep calm and use facts. Maintaining a good reputation is a biblical requirement for pastors. I can understand the visceral reaction of defensiveness when faced with a public attack. Most want to defend their good name. The problem is you escalate the issue when you respond emotionally. Learn how to be responding to harsh critics effectively.
Jesus shed new light on what agape looks like by establishing himself as the standard for agape love. In the end, we will best build beloved community as we love just like Jesus loved us.
What are the benchmarks for a new church plant?
Everyone who is Jesus disciple is his witness (Acts 1:8) and is sent somewhere, whether locally or further afield. The New Testament shows us fishermen, tax collectors, former prostitutes, women whod had 5 husbands, zealots, ex-Pharisees, old, young, rich, poor, educated and uneducated, sent out on mission to draw people to Jesus. So theres no excuse for watching someone else do it instead of us, as all Christians share the gospel.
Remember that we live in an 8 second world, and first impressions are critical. In that context, whether you have one person or a multi-person team helping in the parking lot, they’re the first contact new visitors will receive.
When you lead a church, you cant help but dreamand dream big. I think thats one of the marks of a leader. But for most, its not long before the dream comes face to face with reality, especially in the week after Easter.
Seeking to build a multiethnic church in one of the most racially divided cities in the world