Church Growth Through Evangelism and Spiritual Renewal INTRODUCTION

Church Growth Through Evangelism and Spiritual Renewal

INTRODUCTION True disciples of Jesus Christ, who implicitly and without reservations believe in God’s Word and in the relevance of the church, are passionate about the growth and the renewal of the church.

INTRODUCTION Where church growth is happening, it is characterized by a spiritual passion for finding the lost and making disciples.

INTRODUCTION Church growth then seems to depend upon faithfulness to the Great Commission.

INTRODUCTION We must first be completely convinced as to why evangelism and spiritual renewal is necessary. Principles and passion are more important than creative methods.

INTRODUCTION A master plan to achieve church growth through evangelism and spiritual renewal must include the following design: 1. Commitment to the Core Biblical Premise for Mission and Vision

INTRODUCTION A master plan to achieve church growth through evangelism and spiritual renewal must include the following design: 1. Commitment to the Core Biblical Premise for Mission and Vision 2. Steadfastness to the Process of Discipleship

INTRODUCTION A master plan to achieve church growth through evangelism and spiritual renewal must include the following design: 1. 2. Commitment to the Core Biblical Premise for Mission and Vision Steadfastness to the Process of Discipleship 3. Trust in the Sovereign Work of the Holy Spirit

INTRODUCTION A master plan to achieve church growth through evangelism and spiritual renewal must include the following design: 1. 2. 3. Commitment to the Core Biblical Premise for Mission and Vision Steadfastness to the Process of Discipleship Trust in the Sovereign Work of the Holy Spirit 4. Faithful and Anointed Pastoral Leadership

COMMITMENT TO THE CORE BIBLICAL PREMISE FOR MISSION AND VISION It is the Word of God that gives us the knowledge of God’s will and His commission to go into all the world and proclaim the Gospel.

COMMITMENT TO THE CORE BIBLICAL PREMISE FOR MISSION AND VISION Evangelism will not happen unless the people of God are totally committed to the authority of God’s Word.

COMMITMENT TO THE CORE BIBLICAL PREMISE FOR MISSION AND VISION Churches whose members have a high commitment to the authority of God’s Word, whose hearts burn with compassion, whose wills are fortified by discipline and devotion, and whose eyes see the ripe harvest have great potential for true church growth.

STEADFASTNESS TO THE PROCESS OF DISCIPLESHIP Church growth depends upon the process of discipleship.

STEADFASTNESS TO THE PROCESS OF DISCIPLESHIP A Biblical profile of a real disciple of Jesus Christ would embody the following characteristics: • Wholehearted loyalty and surrender to Jesus Christ as Lord

STEADFASTNESS TO THE PROCESS OF DISCIPLESHIP A Biblical profile of a real disciple of Jesus Christ would embody the following characteristics: • Wholehearted loyalty and surrender to Jesus Christ as Lord • A transformed and renewed mind

STEADFASTNESS TO THE PROCESS OF DISCIPLESHIP A Biblical profile of a real disciple of Jesus Christ would embody the following characteristics: • • Wholehearted loyalty and surrender to Jesus Christ as Lord A transformed and renewed mind • A Journey of unconditional love

STEADFASTNESS TO THE PROCESS OF DISCIPLESHIP A Biblical profile of a real disciple of Jesus Christ would embody the following characteristics: • • • Wholehearted loyalty and surrender to Jesus Christ as Lord A transformed and renewed mind A Journey of unconditional love • A journey of intimacy with God through a life of prayer

STEADFASTNESS TO THE PROCESS OF DISCIPLESHIP A Biblical profile of a real disciple of Jesus Christ would embody the following characteristics: • • Wholehearted loyalty and surrender to Jesus Christ as Lord A transformed and renewed mind A Journey of unconditional love A journey of intimacy with God through a life of prayer • A journey beyond ourselves toward obedience to God’s call

STEADFASTNESS TO THE PROCESS OF DISCIPLESHIP A Biblical profile of a real disciple of Jesus Christ would embody the following characteristics: • • • Wholehearted loyalty and surrender to Jesus Christ as Lord A transformed and renewed mind A Journey of unconditional love A journey of intimacy with God through a life of prayer A journey beyond ourselves toward obedience to God’s call • A pursuit of God’s agenda in the Spirit of serventhood

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Life-giving, anointed churches trust in the sovereign work of the Holy Spirit for the growth of the church.

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT It is the convicting work of the Holy Spirit that leads people to Christ (John 16: 8 -11). Biblical church growth can not be experienced without the presence and power of the Holy Spirit.

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT “Revival is not a mere rearranging of our ecclesiastical furnishings; nor a resurrecting of our historical memories; neither is it a response to our greatest plans and programs. Revival is that holy and sovereign move of God in an individual’s life that replaces all that is spiritually dead with all that is spiritually alive. ” Timothy Hill, Secretary-General of the Church of God “True Spiritual Revival”

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT In an effort to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit to bring growth and renewal, we see churches involved in the following: • spiritual warfare

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT In an effort to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit to bring growth and renewal, we see churches involved in the following: • spiritual warfare • prayer evangelism

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT In an effort to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit to bring growth and renewal, we see churches involved in the following: • • spiritual warfare prayer evangelism • spiritual mapping

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT In an effort to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit to bring growth and renewal, we see churches involved in the following: • • • spiritual warfare prayer evangelism spiritual mapping • cell group evangelism

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT In an effort to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit to bring growth and renewal, we see churches involved in the following: • • spiritual warfare prayer evangelism spiritual mapping cell group evangelism • covenant support groups

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT In an effort to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit to bring growth and renewal, we see churches involved in the following: • • • spiritual warfare prayer evangelism spiritual mapping cell group evangelism covenant support groups • prayer walking

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT In an effort to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit to bring growth and renewal, we see churches involved in the following: • • • spiritual warfare prayer evangelism spiritual mapping cell group evangelism covenant support groups prayer walking • mobilization of intercessors

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT In an effort to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit to bring growth and renewal, we see churches involved in the following: • • spiritual warfare prayer evangelism spiritual mapping cell group evangelism covenant support groups prayer walking mobilization of intercessors • concerts of prayer

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT In an effort to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit to bring growth and renewal, we see churches involved in the following: • • spiritual warfare prayer evangelism spiritual mapping cell group evangelism covenant support groups prayer walking mobilization of intercessors concerts of prayer • mentoring lay leaders

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT In an effort to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit to bring growth and renewal, we see churches involved in the following: • • • spiritual warfare prayer evangelism spiritual mapping cell group evangelism covenant support groups prayer walking mobilization of intercessors concerts of prayer mentoring lay leaders • friendship evangelism

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT In an effort to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit to bring growth and renewal, we see churches involved in the following: • • • spiritual warfare prayer evangelism spiritual mapping cell group evangelism covenant support groups prayer walking mobilization of intercessors concerts of prayer mentoring lay leaders friendship evangelism • compassionate relief

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT In an effort to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit to bring growth and renewal, we see churches involved in the following: • • • spiritual warfare prayer evangelism spiritual mapping cell group evangelism covenant support groups prayer walking mobilization of intercessors concerts of prayer mentoring lay leaders friendship evangelism compassionate relief • emphasis on fasting and prayer

TRUST IN THE SOVEREIGN WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Biblical growth and renewal will not take place in churches when leaders and members seek growth through their own wisdom and power rather than by submitting themselves to the direction of the Holy Spirit.

FAITHFUL AND ANOINTED PASTORAL LEADERSHIP Growing churches are lead by pastors who faithfully serve as a model disciple of Jesus Christ who is passionate about the Great Commission. Spiritual leadership has always been a major factor in the growth of God’s kingdom.

FAITHFUL AND ANOINTED PASTORAL LEADERSHIP The greatest task of the pastor/leader is to equip and build unity. Equipping is a tougher job than shepherding. In order for a pastor to equip people he/she must: • CARE for people C – communicate the vision A – affirm trustworthy disciples R – recognize potential in laity E – exemplify disciple and commitment

FAITHFUL AND ANOINTED PASTORAL LEADERSHIP The greatest task of the pastor/leader is to equip and build unity. Equipping is a tougher job than shepherding. In order for a pastor to equip people he/she must: • CARE for people • Work on weaknesses but function out of strengths

FAITHFUL AND ANOINTED PASTORAL LEADERSHIP The greatest task of the pastor/leader is to equip and build unity. Equipping is a tougher job than shepherding. In order for a pastor to equip people he/she must: • • CARE for people Work on weaknesses but function out of strengths • Give people time, energy, and focus

FAITHFUL AND ANOINTED PASTORAL LEADERSHIP The greatest task of the pastor/leader is to equip and build unity. Equipping is a tougher job than shepherding. In order for a pastor to equip people he/she must: • • • CARE for people Work on weaknesses but function out of strengths Give people time, energy, and focus • Become a resource person providing

FAITHFUL AND ANOINTED PASTORAL LEADERSHIP The greatest task of the pastor/leader is to equip and build unity. Equipping is a tougher job than shepherding. In order for a pastor to equip people he/she must: • • CARE for people Work on weaknesses but function out of strengths Give people time, energy, and focus Become a resource person providing • Clarify expectations and vision

FAITHFUL AND ANOINTED PASTORAL LEADERSHIP The greatest task of the pastor/leader is to equip and build unity. Equipping is a tougher job than shepherding. In order for a pastor to equip people he/she must: • • • CARE for people Work on weaknesses but function out of strengths Give people time, energy, and focus Become a resource person providing Clarify expectations and vision • Eliminate demotivating conditions and barriers

FAITHFUL AND ANOINTED PASTORAL LEADERSHIP The greatest task of the pastor/leader is to equip and build unity. Equipping is a tougher job than shepherding. In order for a pastor to equip people he/she must: • • • CARE for people Work on weaknesses but function out of strengths Give people time, energy, and focus Become a resource person providing Clarify expectations and vision Eliminate demotivating conditions and barriers • Provide reward, reinforcement, and celebration of victories

FAITHFUL AND ANOINTED PASTORAL LEADERSHIP A Strong initiating pastor who serves with integrity of heart and serves with skillfulness is important. It is also that the leadership of the church be a ministry team of laity who are equipped, trained, and empowered to do God’s work.

FAITHFUL AND ANOINTED PASTORAL LEADERSHIP The pastor as a leader communicates the vision, coaches and challenges the team to work in unity.

FAITHFUL AND ANOINTED PASTORAL LEADERSHIP Pastoral leadership should not only be concealed with the spiritual growth of the member, but also concerned about the work of evangelism.

THE INVOLVEMENT OF THE RIGHT PEOPLE IN LAY LEADERSHIP The involvement of laity in the total work of the church is essential. Church growth, evangelism, and spiritual renewal is dependent on the laity.

THE INVOLVEMENT OF THE RIGHT PEOPLE IN LAY LEADERSHIP Today, in order to fulfill the Great Commission and build growing, life-giving, churches, we need to see a “Volunteer Revolution. ” Courageous, visionary leadership is about unleashing the power of the laity!

THE INVOLVEMENT OF THE RIGHT PEOPLE IN LAY LEADERSHIP Declining Churches – Have limited potential for growth because they are mostly made up of consumers, not lay ministers.

THE INVOLVEMENT OF THE RIGHT PEOPLE IN LAY LEADERSHIP Plateaued Churches – Have some potential for growth because they have less passive consumers than declining churches, but still a ministry of active lay members.

THE INVOLVEMENT OF THE RIGHT PEOPLE IN LAY LEADERSHIP Growing Churches – Have good potential for continued growth because they have a majority of lay members who are actively volunteering in order to fulfill their passion and win people to Jesus Christ.

CONCLUSION Church growth requires that we have the right philosophy of ministry, and that we know how to impact our culture in ways that will bring people to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

CONCLUSION Evangelism and spiritual renewal will only take place when we have the right philosophy, a Biblical philosophy which preaches Jesus Christ and no other name and no other salvation.

CONCLUSION The harvest is ripe if we know how and where to focus our plans for evangelism, discipleship, and transforming spiritual renewal.