The 5 Steps to a Failing Church
I have the privilege of traveling around the United States and Canada as I speak at Church conferences and meet with Pastors. I visit with them and hear about various programs and leadership issues. In the last year, it seems like the stories of success have been outweighed by stories of dismal projections and lack of funds. It’s a shame.
On the other hand, I continue to hear about exciting Ministries that are succeeding, improving and growing.
I’m often questioned, “Why do some Churches succeed and others fail”?
First, I don’t have all the answers. Second, I find it hard to say that I’m an expert on this topic, however, I’m an active observer of the church and I want it to succeed....
I’m humbled by Philippians 2.
My 15 year old son just got back from a missions trip in Baltimore. He shared lots of stories and opportunities of witnessing to people on the street, to convicts in prison and to church congregations. He's a genuine teenager, so his eyes lit up when he talked about the meals and snacks he devoured and the fun he and his friends had while doing ministry. It made my day to hear his stories. There's joy in serving Jesus!
But there was only one thing he talked to me about twice. One of his devotions he had one morning, pointed him to what he called "his new favorite verses". After church today he brought me the verses to read. He exclaimed,...