Listen "What types of growth are actually healthy for a church?"
Episode Synopsis
Karen and Tim are in the Third Space Studio with Joel to continue discussing Momentum in Ministry. The term growth is inevitably linked to momentum. They look at the different types of growth and the key markers associated with it, including long term leadership and self-reflection.They also work through the danger of only applying business principles when determining how to grow, which can sometimes lead to the squandering of the talents and gifts God has blessed us with. All in all, it is vital to focus on partnering with Jesus as he builds his church.01:55 A brief recap of the growth at Soul Revival Church07:07 Church planting is a great teacher11:14 Why even talk about momentum and growth? Is it just about numbers?22:26 What does unhealthy growth look like?25:35 Breakout Churches by Thom Rainier32:56 Longevity in leadership but also self-reflection44:08 The danger of only applying business principles in churches54:00 Mistaking efficiency for servant-heartednessDISCUSSED ON THIS EPISODE2021 Census shows changes in Australia’s religious diversityPastor Rick Warren's final Saddleback Church sermon is a lot like his first one in 1980Breakout Churches: Discover How to Make the Leap, by Thom RainierGood to Great, by Jim CollinsCONTACT USShock Absorber Email: [email protected] Absorber Discord: https://discord.gg/jTD5KNAYVEShock Absorber Website: shockabsorber.com.auSoul Revival Shop: soulrevival.shopCheck out what else Soul Revival is up to here: https://linktr.ee/JesusChangesEverything
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