One question was asked: Who decides when to change? I believe we should look at it like this: How do we know when it is time to change? That decision has to come from the Holy Spirit, but we have to be objective enough to look at any ministry in evaluation. Sometimes it takes time for a ministry to be fruitful and see lives changed. In my experience, though, when I become objective the Holy Spirit will show me if what I am doing is effecting lives or is just religious duty. The goal is to see the unsaved saved, and believers growing more like Jesus. If all we are doing is gaining head knowledge, or making ourselves feel better, then God’s kingdom has not benefitted.
I believe the Holy Spirit will give us the answer when we are objective. Like I said in the previous post, change is difficult, especially for those who are resistant. I also want to clarify my thoughts. I don't believe in changing just for the sake of change. There should always be a reason and purpose behind it - ultimately that reason should be God-led. Please hear my heart and my passion. We are to "Go and make disciples...". That process starts by being relevant and effective in reaching the unsaved. In Port A, we are to be relevant to our islanders so they will see that this "church/Christian" stuff really does make a diffence.
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being relevant is everything in the Christian life. If we are to truly be like Jesus then we must be relevant... Jesus met people where they were!
Change? Is there anything else? My life changes daily as I live it. I make plans for the day and life has a way to change them. It seems to always turn out right. Let's not get lazy and comfortable in the way we worship...let Christ lead this church and watch what happens. We should be grateful for the Children, the Youth and our increasing praise team along with the our opportunities in this community to increase our numbers.
In Christ's Love,
Eric
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