Megachurches are so 80’s and 90’s! I think there is definitely a transition going on in America that seems to indicates churches are growing larger to smaller. People want/need to feel like they are more than just a number. They want to be connected to others in the church as well their leadership. Smaller churches afford this opportunity much more effectively than larger churches.
After reading this article, I'm even more convinced of this!
Here’s the thing though… Churches need to be careful not to be small just for smallness’ sake. The whole point of the Church is to grow – as that indicates more souls are being saved and lives transformed. However, as a church grows, we must be deliberate about sending and multiplying instead of selfishly holding on for stability and other reasons. I’m a true believer that if a person or church can do ministry in their own strength without relying on God’s provision and intercession, they’re missing out on what He wants. Regardless of size and maturity, people and churches need to pursue ministry that REQUIRES God to show up in miraculous ways to provide resources as well as accomplish the goal of that ministry.
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