June 26, 2023

Church Participation in Salvation | Glenn Packiam (Part 2) | PT 28

24 minutes

Encouter. Formation. Mission.

These 3 paradigms are how Rock Harbor church intentionally participates in salvation. It’s not a one-time event or transaction. Salvation is a culture that nurtures people into a relationship with God. Encountering God in this kind of relationship moves to formation and then outward to mission.

Glenn also talks with Mark and Tara Beth about programs like Alpha that they’ve utilized to foster evangelism and ways to create environments that nurture questions that lead people to God. The cultural moment churches are serving today requires sensitivity and mindfulness to be a place where people can be gently nudged toward the goodness of God.

Discussion Questions:

How does the paradigm of "Encounter-Formation-Mission" challenge traditional notions of salvation as a one-time event or transaction?

In what ways does this paradigm emphasize the ongoing nature of salvation as a transformative relationship with God? Between encounter, formation, and mission which does your church do best and where would you like more emphasis?

The podcast mentions the use of programs like Alpha to foster evangelism and create environments that nurture questions leading people to God. How can churches strike a balance between creating spaces for genuine inquiry and maintaining theological integrity?

How can churches cultivate a culture of openness and hospitality that encourages individuals to explore their questions and doubts about faith? Share examples of successful strategies or initiatives that have fostered an environment where people feel safe to ask questions and seek God.

Learn more about resilient pastor groups led by Glenn Packiam in partnership with Barna: https://www.barna.com/resilient-pastor-cohort/

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