Outreach does not come natural for most people in our society. There are some people who are “social butterflies” and will talk with anyone, anywhere, about anything. Most individuals have a more introverted personality or have been culturally trained to keep to themselves. So when church leaders mention the opportunity to “share the Gospel,” thereContinue reading “What is Outreach? (Spirit-led Outreach Series)”
Author Archives: Jeremy Amick
Spirit-Led Outreach
The potential to radically impact the world for Christ that is partially due to a missing link. Many believers have not made the connection between the gifts of the Spirit they possess and the call of Christ to share the Gospel. The fact is that most Christians do not share the Gospel. In addition, lessContinue reading “Spirit-Led Outreach”
Make Plans, Not Resolutions
I feel like a failure around the second week of January each year. On New Year’s Eve, I sit down with a notepad and decide what changes need to be made. Thirty minutes later, I am overwhelmed with the amount of things that come to mind. I spend theContinue reading “Make Plans, Not Resolutions”
Book Review: “Me to We” by Alan Nelson
Alan Nelson has discovered one of the greatest hurdles to spiritual growth in the Church today. In his book, Me to We, his goal is simple—expose the hurdle and tear it down. The demolition process is painfully honest, while at the same time refreshingly helpful. Bookstores are linedContinue reading “Book Review: “Me to We” by Alan Nelson”
LifeServe Notes: Day Three
Leadership Nuggets: -True Ministry comes from the overflow. We must be filled in order to be able to offer something to others. (Reflection on 2 Corinthians 1:2-5) – It is easier to get people to give money than time. People’s time represents their lives. So, if you are going to ask people to give aContinue reading “LifeServe Notes: Day Three”
LifeServe Notes: Day Two
Leadership Nuggets: -Evaluate Ministry as you go. Ask, “What do we need MORE of? What should we do DIFFERENT? What can be done BETTER? and What should we do LESS?” These four simple diagnostic question can transform ministry. Use these with ministry team members and the team as a whole. – Leaders Attitude should be “IContinue reading “LifeServe Notes: Day Two”
LifeServe Notes: Day One
Leadership Nugget: Ministry team will have a healthy growth process as a leader assesses the maturity of the group. The progression goes from training/motivating (do what I do) to mentoring (I watch what you do) to full empowerment (you teach others what to do). Every leader should strive to equip teams and individuals to growContinue reading “LifeServe Notes: Day One”
A Powerful Force
Roscoe the Bull is a monstrous sized bovine. He made his second annual appearance at our “RoundUp Sunday” outreach event a few weeks ago. But even more surprising than this long-horned rib eye carrier was the fact that my three year old son ran with all his might to be second in line to rideContinue reading “A Powerful Force”
Blindfolded Ministry (Four Hurdles Series)
Imagine a Superbowl without a Lombardi trophy or a marathon win without a medal. We are designed by God to be motivated by rewards. These can be external (trophies, medals, degrees, bonuses, etc) or internal, but we look for the results of our effort. Therefore, it is imperative that church leaders help members see theContinue reading “Blindfolded Ministry (Four Hurdles Series)”
Big Scary Volunteer Jobs!
Why are some people afraid to volunteer? What is so scary about serving the Lord? Maybe the problem is created more by the leadership than by the one being asked to serve. The solution is found in smaller proportions. For example, in our backyard, we have a unique species called a worm snake. These areContinue reading “Big Scary Volunteer Jobs!”
Shepherding Well 