Myth 1: Money=Ministry.
Truth: It takes prayer, commitment, partnership, and submission to the Gospel Money doesn’t raise itself, but people oftentimes give where God is moving.
Myth 2: If you want to grow a ministry, you have to attract the popular crowd.
Truth: If we want to be Biblical, we have to reach more than just popular people. We are called to “make disciples” of All Nations, not just with Greeks and athletes.
Myth 3: We have to have a cool band and a great communicator.
Truth: Cool bands and great communicators may be an immediate appeal, but what keeps people connected is ownership. This includes creating a leadership structure and getting people connected.
Myth 4: creative, trendy, and "coffee house" environments alongside strong leadership personalities are essential.
Truth: Spirit driven, prayerful direction, and sensitivity to the Holy Spirit is essential.
Great Post! Love it, and so true!
ReplyDeleteYes all true, but I wonder if they aren't myths so much as they are half-truths. You need the "myths" as well as well as the "truths" you've posted. Though the truths are the most important.
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