Cookie cutters are great tools for chocolate chip dough. This mentality, however, is a real detriment to volunteer ministry. Trying to fit every member of your church into the same ministry mold will only cause frustration- for the leaders and the volunteers. This is not God’s design for any category of ministry, especially outreach. OfContinue reading “Recipe for Effective Outreach (Spirit-led Outreach Series)”
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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”
Habitat for Humanity: Friend or Foe?
Fifty years ago, life was simpler for most church people. They raised their family, worked their job, and went to church. They volunteered in their church, because it was the “right thing to do.” They embraced a community of faith and rarely left their church over hurt feelings or a disagreement with the pastor. TheyContinue reading “Habitat for Humanity: Friend or Foe?”
Connection Failure: From Community to “Me-ism” (Ministry Trends Series)
Is it better for a person not to serve if the motive involves a selfish interest? If someone had a personal motive for serving, should a church leader say “no” to the request? When I consider the teachings of the Bible, there is no instance where a person accomplished anything of value by himself orContinue reading “Connection Failure: From Community to “Me-ism” (Ministry Trends Series)”
Shepherding Well 