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Originally Posted by endtimer
I echo what Aquila said. THis caught my attention "I find it a bit odd that this church has been in existence more than 4 years now and does not have members from the local area."
I immediately wonder: Are these members from other churches? If they are, why are they there now? Could be a source of conflict (differing cultures, beliefs and standards). Why is this church after 4 years not winning souls near by? Not accusing here, but Ive seen plenty of churches happy to take in members of other churches, not win any body new to Christ and still consider them selves a growing church. Again, not accusing just wondering if this is a good situation. I think you are right to find this odd.
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Just because its not growing in numbers is no reason to not go in itself. Christ always put quality above quantity. Very, very few people are interested in the true path of discipleship he offers.
Perhaps probe deeper into his personal doctrinal beliefs. The quickest way in this time to turn people off is to preach truth. Maybe he is a post trib? Maybe believes in soul sleep? Maybe believes in overcoming sin? Try that before you write it off.
And then theres the possibility theres just no zeal or vision? And yet it does not seem to me like you can continue going where you are now. No way.
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