Definitely not another "membership drive" but authentic loving our neighbors as ourselves that makes them curious about our faith, that makes them want to be a part of it, that helps us to help them to respond to God's persistence in seeking them out to be part of his kingdom. Experimenting with the practices and principles Greg articulates in this book will. DOING GOOD – What good were we able to do (or could we do) around here? Joining Jesus on His Mission – NewLife Community Lutheran Church. "Gleaning the best from the Missional Communities movement, Greg Finke helps readers to take practical steps in joining Jesus on His mission. Most people love a good one. Can't find what you're looking for?
The best way to purchase your copy of Rev. This book has excellent possibilities as a small-group study. We aren't Jesus-salespersons. As the culture around us continues to change, we are able to see and apply some practices that are actually working at other churches. To prepare for his mission jesus. Joining Jesus on His Mission 2. Very practical ways of getting out of Jesus way and teaming up with him to impact others lives. Showing me how to join Jesus on His mission means that I look among the places I am (work, recreation, neighbors, etc. ) A real nuts and bolts look at active Christian living. Finke leads you logically to a simple 5-point guide for growing in Christian witness. This study is not a program, it's a lifestyle.
Kurt Senske, CEO, Lutheran Social Services of the South; author, The Calling: Live a Life of Significance. New Song Community Church values preaching and teaching. Doing these things put us in position to Seek, Recognize, and Respond to what Jesus is already doing in the lives of the people around us. Part field journal, part inspiration — Joining Jesus is a pleasure to read, and an even greater pleasure to practice. The way Jesus disciples people is simple and results in unschooled, ordinary followers participating in the mission of the Father and discipling others to do the same. Joining jesus on his mission humanitaire. Pauline Ropp, member of Trinity. This was a great read.
It's a remnant of the church growth movement that presides over the largest decline in church attendance in recent decades. But, truth be told, they would rather watch it in the comfort of their own living room than actually experience it in real life. Joining Jesus On His Mission. Greg Finke demonstrates how anyone, no matter how unadventuresome, can join Jesus on the most exciting mission field in the world. HEARING FROM JESUS – What has Jesus been teaching you in His Word? To order directly from Greg Finke, email him at or call 281-844-7644.
However big or small, Jesus is always at work…and we'd like to hear how it's going! Greg's insights alter the way we see mission. This book helps give you a new approach to sharing your faith, as you learn what it means to be an Everyday Missionary. STEP 3: MISSIONAL COMMUNITY. "And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers (Acts 2:42). It's having a new mindset in our daily life, work and neighborhood. "I couldn't put Greg Finke's book down! Joining Jesus" Books. Baptized believers are all ordained by God to share the reason for the hope they have (1 Peter 3:15).
How can we join Jesus on His mission every day? You will feel both relief and hope. STEP 4: A MISSION TRIP TO OUR NEIGHBORHOOD. When he talks about joining the mission of Jesus, he's done it. This is a phrase that can be heard around our NewLife community and it shouldn't surprise us. This study is a straightforward look at the glorious WHY and the simple HOW of doing what He has commanded us to do. This is our fourth of five mid-week Wednesday Lenten worship services. The password can be found printed in our Sunday bulletins or by calling the church office at 651-429-4293. We don't go FOR Jesus. Jesus describes his mission. Sign up for a class by contacting the Beautiful Savior church office. Claudia Rozelle, member of Trinity. I can see room for another similar work to be "five star, " but this one is a solid four stars in the realm of help with the making of disciples of Jesus. "Greg has a wonderful way of taking the fear and apprehension out of missional living.
This book can help us strengthen our doctrine on vocation while aiding HOW we live as Christians in our neighbourhoods. We read it as a group during lent. We call this "neighboring. " Jesus is on the move!
Author Website: [/twocol_one]. Christian is a title, a follower of Jesus is the action and lifestyle of a faith in Jesus as the Creator who sets us free. "If I were to recommend one book that invites people into the mission of God, this would be it! This past February and March, we had many opportunities to continue learning what it means to be an everyday missionary. After all, I have to live with these people! Last fall we all undertook a challenge to Join Jesus on His Mission. It's easy to interact with people every day and be completely ambilivent to the fact that they are human beings loved by God and needing what is only found in Jesus. Greg and Susan enjoy life as neighborhood missionaries in League City, Texas. Lord willing, you will feel both relief and hope as you gain insights into how to recognize where Jesus is already at work in your everyday world and join Him! From the very beginning of Jesus' ministry, He invited disciples to follow Him and then led them into the lives of real people who received His grace and promises in tangible ways. However, you also know that without meeting regularly with these missionary friends, you could easily wear out and give up. He's already doing the heavy lifting of pursuing His Father's mission in the life of every person you meet. Peter Meier, Executive Director, Center for United States Missions.
Used copies available for $5. A bonus Discussion Guide is included! Gor more information about Pastor Greg Finke's ministry and writings, check out his website HERE. Get help and learn more about the design. Start conversations. Jesus Christ is on a mission. Each session there will be some reading to do in the book, then watching a short video about the topics addressed in the reading and then some guided reaction to help you plot the journey. Jeff Thormodson, Director of MissionShift Institute, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis MO. "With all the approaches for neighborhood ministry available today the simple barometer for me is this: would I actually use this in my neighborhood? Have you ever wanted to join Jesus on His mission?
The initial study may be over but the work is just beginning. This book is full of theology and practical advice on how to enjoy people and thus see opportunities to share Jesus in a simple way (because it is not our job to convert; we just plant the seeds of His grace and love). Jesus is doing the same with us. As Lutherans, we excel in exegesis and systematics, but how we apply our theology practically is lamentable. In the Great Commission we are reminded to go and make disciples.
This class gives us a new approach. Be an "Everyday Missionary". This statement is a focal point of the book. Fortunately, despite these eyebrow raisers, this is just another book on living out our vocations, which is also my big critique of the book. Classes begin the week of September 12 and run for 10 weeks, wrapping up just before Thanksgiving. Greg makes "missional" something each of us can do.