The Shock Absorber

Is ministry a choice between friendship and efficiency?


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Stu, Tim and Joel take a look at the structures and the people within the church that can contribute to momentum in ministry. While theological alignment is of utmost importance, another key contributor to momentum is strategy, which is often not discussed and even less articulated amongst churches. When aligned on these values, the leadership and church can be more flexible and ready to change in how they live that out. 

After discussing the other key area or people, they then hit upon a key idea: to build momentum in ministry, look first to build momentum in relationships.

01:25 STORY - Soul Revival Church's recent Planning Day
06:53 "Compatibility is as important as competency in leadership"
15:45 Alignment and Theology, Strategy, Practice
21:21 Strategy is difficult but vital
36:24 Doing ministry as friends and small groups
44:51 Defining leadership roles and inviting people to serve
58:42 Build momentum through relationships

DISCUSSED ON THIS EPISODE

Breakout Churches, by Thom Rainier
Ministry in the Middle Space, by Tim Keller
Shock Absorber Episode with Ian Hussey
Shock Absorber Episode including Third Place Theory
Oldenburg's Third Place Theory
The Trellis and the Vine, by Col Marshall and Tony Payne

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