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I read this week on the CRM ParadigmShift website –
“Only 4% of all Christians who regularly attend church identify Christ’s command to make disciples of all nations as the primary purpose of their life.”(George Barna, Growing True Disciples)
I think that’s a horrible statistic. I wish it wasn’t true. I believe it is. In fact, I think it may be high.
Based on my observations, not any specific research, I don’t see many people truly owning Jesus’ mission as their own! Too many Christians suffer from consumerism (expecting the paid staff to serve their needs) – and too many pastors suffer from clericalism (thinking they need to serve the needs of the members).
As I train leaders and continue to write on this blog – it’s my passion to see every believer aligned with Jesus’ mission and following his strategy of making disciples who make disciples.
I want to be part of the 4% – and I want to help the 4% to become 10% and then 20% and even higher!
Do you?
Then start where you are — in your neighborhood or on your street or with those whom you already know that aren’t yet following Jesus! Pray for them. Talk with them. Serve them. Meet needs. Tell them about your relationship with Jesus. Invite them to follow you as you follow Jesus.
Today’s Missional Challenge
Join the 4% of Christians whose primary purpose in life is to obey Christ’s command to make disciples of all nations.
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