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August
will soon be here! September
is only to follow and than October, November, and December...the end of
this century! How ready are
we as churches
to move into the 21st century? Are
we truly reflective of our communities?
Who are the unchurched? How
are we intentionally reaching out to those who do not have a
relationship with Jesus Christ? Have
we spent time reviewing our great past as a congregation, learning from
it, making mid-course corrections, and preparing to be a dynamic,
healthy, vibrant congregation as the doors open into the year 2000 and
beyond? We
do indeed need to be making plans as we move into the 21st century.
It promises to be far different from the move into the 20th
century. I want to
challenge you to order your board meetings, EVERY board or committee
meeting, in the following way: begin
with at least 30 minutes of Bible study that deals with the call
the Lord has given to the church; 45 minutes to 60 minutes of business;
and, 45 minutes to 60 minutes of dreaming
time...that's
time spent talking about the future, talking about the challenges the
Lord has placed before your church, praying for understanding and
insight into the work you can do for the future.
All of this dream
time without any motions or decisions or voting...just seeking
ideas, resources, and direction into the future. Remember,
my suggestion is for EVERY board or committee.
Everyone has valuable input and creativity to offer...Let's
tap that tremendous talent which is around.
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