Everyone wants to know how to grow their church and I have found THE WAY to certify growth. Yes, I know it sounds arrogant, but this is a promise from God for growing your congregation. Let me say up front…it’s hard work, not sexy, and does not draw the “socio-economic class” many pastors desire to reach. The Biblical basis is found in Isaiah 58:7-12
Share your food with the hungry
Provide the poor wanderer with shelter
See the naked, to clothe him
Do away with the yoke of oppression
Do away with the pointing finger and malicious talk
Spend yourselves in behalf of the hungry
Satisfy the needs of the oppressed
THEN
Your light will break forth – (Free Marketing)
Your healing will quickly appear – (Free Medical)
Your righteousness will go before you – (Free Tracts)
The glory of the LORD will be your rear guard – (Free Backstabber Bouncer)
You will call, and the LORD will answer – (Free Prayer Line)
Your light will rise in the darkness – (Free Electric)
Your night will become like the noonday – (Free Counseling from Fear)
The LORD will guide you always – (Free Tom Tom)
He will satisfy your needs – (Free Church Financial Margin)
Will strengthen your frame – (Free Volunteer Increase)
You will be like a well-watered garden – (Free Bible Study Curriculum)
Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins – (Free Church Growth)
Our outlet for this is our Mercy Mall. This week we are providing hundreds of children with PE shoes for school. For more information email julie.barnes@brandnewchurch.com and WATCH THIS VIDEO!
Charles Revis says,
Love it. I know dozens of churches that are living proof of this biblical truth. When we start serving and blessing the hurting, poor, hungry & oppressed in His name Jesus comes alongside and empowers His people in a mighty way. Great application of this promise from Isaiah!
on 12 September 2011 / 8:28 AM
John skiles says,
The promises of the word will always prove itself. if I be lifted up I will draw all people unto me. Thank you for this post of the word
on 12 September 2011 / 9:08 PM
John skiles says,
Thanks Shannon love it.
on 12 September 2011 / 9:09 PM
Mike Stallings says,
Pure and undefiled religion…puting into practice the Word of Truth! (James 1:27)
Great post
on 20 October 2011 / 9:50 AM
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