Archive for September, 2009
New Believers - Equipping Disciples
Last week I was asked about discipling resources for new believers, following their baptisms. For some time now I have been suggesting a very specific schedule of Bible reading – using the five small group questions (anything new? anything I don’t like? etc). I find this works better than suggesting ‘discipleship courses.’ Encourage each person [...]
Posted: September 20th, 2009 under Planters - ideas.
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‘7 Ways to Lose’
Check out Steve Addisons website Movements that Change the World and see what he means when he says -
1. Without multiplication we lose.
2. Without a global perspective we lose.
3. Without the gospel we lose.
4. Without an army we lose.
5. Without mobility we lose.
6. Without a lack of resources we lose.
7. Without faith we lose.
Posted: September 10th, 2009 under Plant movements.
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This is Church Planting!
Thirteen friends were baptized into Jesus Christ at the Revive plant on the weekend. Here is a sample of some email exchanges this week –
• Amanda: ‘It definitely was the best day at Revive ever. I’ve never experienced anything like it before. Just wanted to say I’m really thankful to have been a part of [...]
Posted: September 8th, 2009 under New churches.
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Vive Café – one year on!
Vive Café has experienced significant growth since opening its doors one year ago – serving 30 meals in an evening at the beginning, to upwards of 120 now! Vive Café provides a wholesome community meal, prepared by the community for the community. Vive Café seeks to break down the ‘them’ and ‘us’ barriers – and [...]
Posted: September 8th, 2009 under New churches.
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