Thought of the Month-February
A Great Commission Church

Does the church have a “church planting” strategy?
Has the local assembly targeted areas in ones ministry area where the local church is not reaching because of distance, ethnicity, or drive time? Are various “people groups” being targeted as an evangelistic outreach with the purpose of beginning churches in these areas?

Is the Church interested in the concept of “Redemptive Lift” in their church life and community involvement?

“Redemptive lift” is best defined as “the process of change that happens in a converts life that not only effects his inner man but his entire being, body, soul  and spirit.” It not only changes his life but it effects his lifestyle, his financial educational world and standard of living. With that said, does the church offer assistance in making this process a greater and quicker reality? Are courses offered in parenting and financial management? Are English classes offered for non-English speaking people? If the church is in a inner city area, is any plans given for the homeless? Is counseling available for those that struggles with addictive issues or needs assistance and direction in their lives?

In conclusion, Christ gave us our marching orders. A tall order it is. However, we have been given the power to accomplish the task. Acts 1:8. “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.” The power to accomplish the task is equal to the task itself!