It's All About The Numbers (2 of 2)

Posted by Scott Williams
5 Comments
October 17, 2007
Hmmmmm | Jesus | Leadership | Ministry

Yesterday we talked about, “It’s All About the Numbers” and there were some great comments and feedback.  My man David Turner wrote the following comment: “Many people don’t invite because they aren’t really plugged in themselves.  When you catch the vision of what God is doing at your church, you are more motivated to extend an invitation.”  The getting plugged in and catching the vision is critical; once you get individuals through the doors.  Some of the important areas to “get plugged into” include but are not limited to:

  • Biblical Community, Small Groups
  • Serving within the local church
  • Giving cheerfully of money and resources
  • Serving within the community
  • To “Go” on missions and “Be” a missionary
  • Go into all the world and share Christ’s Love

We must understand that each of these things happen at different rates, for different people and I think it’s OK to be patient.  It is equally as important to understand that we will not have the opportunity to do many of the above, if we don’t get people through the doors.  If we succeed at getting people catch the vision and get plugged in, then we are able to lead them to “GO” in to “All The World.”  Last time I checked evangelism was defined as: a zealous enthusiasm for a cause.  I can’t think of a more important cause to have a zeal and enthusiasm for, than leading people to become fully devoted followers of Christ, which more times than not will happen through God’s chosen vessel “The Church.”  Remember that every number represents a name of an individual who will have the opportunity to be confronted with the Gospel.  If we do our part to get those numbers through the doors, God will change their lives.  Aren’t we talking about eternal life and eternal death?   

Should every weekend be a “Bring A Friend” weekend, and is your church “All About The Numbers?”  What are some other positives/negatives about being “All About The Numbers?”  Share Your Thoughts!

  • http://www.floatingaxhead.com Scott

    Negative – When it becomes about the “numbers” instead of the individuals that are the numbers.

    Why limit it to “Bring a friend?” Bring anyone – even an enemy.

  • Scott Williams

    Scott- I agree! LOL I am going to use the bring an enemy this weekend from stage, thanks for the one liner! :-)

  • http://jimmyparavane.wordpress.com/ jimmy paravane

    ‘What are some other positives/negatives about being “All About The Numbers?”’ Well, since you asked(grin), I’m always bemused when I see something like “confronted with the Gospel”. What do you aliens mean by that? I get the same feeling when I see a MickyD style counter in a church. Like, I’m supposed to be impressed? Do you mean the Bible? Please, I read it. It’s a book. I like the movie better. Do you mean the building? It’s big, it’s pretty, but it’s only got one movie showing. Do you mean yourselves? Hmm…now the rubber hits the road. So, nice suite/dress. Get it at Walmart? Didn’t think so. What else you got? Cmon, confront me with the Gospel. Thanks for the invite. It was special. So, what’s my number? Did you get credit? Where’s my cut? (grin)

  • http://www.simplechurch.tv Steven

    You wrote “Many people don’t invite because they aren’t really plugged in themselves…..”

    2. Another key reason is geography and the price of gas.

    3. My neighbor will ask. What benefit is there for me to go to church with you?

    4.How is the church impacting the neighborhoods near them so the neighbors would want to participate and partner with a local church?

    5.The Church shouldn’t work so hard at filling up the church, but work harder at filling up the neighborhood with believers who care and will take ownership of its well being.

    On a personal note: I enjoy your blog and your enthusiasm. I hope these suggestions help.

  • Scott Williams

    Steven- The church should do “Both And!” Go to the neighborhoods, help the needy schools, needy families homeless…. and invite people. That’s what we do, that’s who we are, that’s who we all should be! Good thoughts, thanks for the comment!

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