I have just finished reading an article in the "Biblical Recorder" for those of you not familiar with it, this is the N.C. Southern Baptist newsletter/paper. This particular article focused on discipleship and really put into perspective matters that have been on my heart for some time. Let me share with you a question that developed from this article. What defines a successful church? Is it the bank account? Is it the building size? Is it the congregation size? It is none of these because all of these are material and God does not look upon material success of man. A successful church is one comprised of disciple's and disciple makers. Needless to say successful churches are few and far between. As a pastor my vision is to see the church I lead become or develop itself in discipleship. Discipleship is the foundation of missions and evangelism which we all know is the Great Commission. True, sincere, heart felt discipleship is where the church needs to begin. So are you successful as a Christian? How about your church is it successful? Until next time...
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