I have a real estate broker's license. In obtaining the license, I was taught that real estate is local in nature...with every area a bit different then any other. I believe that churches are the same way. Each is different... each located in an area which will be different then any other, with different customs, education levels, employment rates etc... With this in mind, each church plant will have its very own "thumb print". It will be unique.
The reason I share this is because so many times as church planters, we will try and mimick a method that worked in other areas without first evaluating what our area is like and the needs of the community. I saw this first hand when people jumped onto the G12 bandwagon. This method works great in Bogata, Columbia. Will it work in your area? Before you look at the "numbers" in Columbia, pray and ask God what is His plan for your area.
God used the mega-church to reach Korea. God used the house church movement to grow in China. We need to hold our models loosely and hold onto our mission firmly! Remember....you and your church is unique and has its own thumb print. As the leader, it's your responsibility to discover it!
治病求于本，防治以治为本
4 years ago
Brother I couldn't agree with you more. My pastor used to say, "God never blesses a copycat" and that's what you're saying here. Don't just implement a strategy that worked in one place, rather seek the mind of God for His unique strategy for your area and then walk it out with His help.
ReplyDeleteAwesome, keep up the great work my friend. I'm linking to your blog on www.neverquitonmonday.com!