John 20:19-21 Definition: Mission is the divine activity of sending intermediaries to speak or do God’s will so that his purpose is furthered. The Power of Mission Mission prepares ministry Mission purifies motives Mission produces momentum Once a person’s been going to church for five years, 90% of their friends are Christian. – Mark Ashton…
The next phase in partnership is one that involves giving. When we hear giving in church, we often think that there is going to be some type of discussion about money. Money is only one way of giving in the church. There are three ways that we are to give to the work of Christ and ALL are part of being a good steward.
Ephesians 4:11-16 The Reality of Growth Growth begins with desire Growth is focused on development Growth happens through discipline Growth requires great determination Why do people not experience growth? They stop listening – absorbing and accepting the truth about God They stop learning – understanding the meaning of Truth and it implications They stop obeying…
Partnership is God’s plan for the church and the model that He lays out. Moses and the children of Israel give us a brilliant example of how partnership should work in the church.