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HEALTHY CHURCH: Structure Matters
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Is there a limit to how large a church can grow or even should grow? Carey Nieuwhof identifies three key factors to consider: the leader’s capacity, the community’s size, and the structure in place for growth. Having already written about the first two, let’s address the importance of structure. Hal Seed reminds us of the temptation to become so busy working “in” ministry that we never spend the necessary time working “on” our ministry. Have you taken the time to plan your work so ...
MISSION:World - Just Do Your Thing
By Larry Barker, VP of Church Strategy and Training
The charge from Paul to young Timothy was to continue in the things he had learned, knowing it was Paul who taught them to him (II Tim. 3:14). Paul was basically saying, “Regardless of the circumstances, regardless of the challenges and regardless of the conflicts — just do your thing.” This same charge applies today.
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