Church Planting Shifts, Part 3: Preparing Our People for Witness
"If we are to succeed in this new, more secular space, we need to do more than simply acknowledge this shift."
"If we are to succeed in this new, more secular space, we need to do more than simply acknowledge this shift."
"Our approach needs to change for there to be significant traction in planting movements within a largely secular society."
"Church planters tend to think that their individual and local church planting model is the norm globally. But that’s not the case."
“A clear vision gives us a filter through which we can run every idea, opportunity and decision.”
“If we really are intent on bringing the world to Jesus, whatever model we choose must be infinitely reproducible.”
"We must aim to plant churches for the glory of God and the good of the community, not to meet our own needs."
“When asked about the one true key to bringing people far from God near, I simply say, ‘Start throwing great parties.’”
"The best intentions of decision-makers and church leaders may not help them avoid the pitfalls of a new church-building project."
"We need to get to the place where our people can articulate a simple gospel message and call others to faith in Jesus."
“Planting a church of disciples who make disciples isn’t only doable; it is what Jesus commanded his church to do.”