In reading Darrin Patrick's book, Church Planter, I came across the question: "Would your city weep if your church did not exist?"
Yikes! I immediately knew the answer was "No!" In reality, if FMCC closed its doors, I think there would be a few days of shock and gossip - and then, nothing!
Am I happy about this? Absolutely not!
I would hope that in our future we will become a vital resource to our community! We've made some small beginnings, but it's mostly leaders making the investment. The congregation still thinks of the church as a clubhouse!
But leaders lead! Hopefully, we will see an increased willingness to take ministry to the people instead of hoping they'll come to us!
In a couple of months we'll be focused on Jesus leaving Heaven to come to earth! When are we going to get it? He wants us to follow His example. We must leave the comfort and joy of the church to go into the world!
Incarnational ministry! It's always been what it's all about!
Lord of the Church,
Help us to become indispensable to our community! Teach us to give ourselves sacrificially - in Your name!
Amen.
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