Відео

I was just having a conversation about this today with someone. I think your external processing is attempting to reach at what "success" looks like in ministry, because, even though you began with a theory of change, you started talking about numbers, growth, and quantifiable metrics. I think you are beginning to see the weakness in some of our assumptions and frameworks for ministry. I would argue we need to stop using certain words and frameworks like "success" and "effectiveness," and instead look to "cultivation" and "faithfulness." A theory of change that relies upon an individual or team of "effective/anointed" leaders would lend itself to believing God can only work through certain individuals and circumstances, which is clearly not true. Yet, he does use individuals from time to time to initiate radical change. I think having a robust theology and theory of change that incorporate the Word, Sacrament, and others is key.

I love you guys so much and I commend you on your obedience to the will of God and His plan. The safest place in whole world is in the will of God!!!