It’s easy to be discouraged about the ups and downs of attendance, especially as our ministries have been forced to rely on technology during this season. How can we utilize this time to make the most of attendance trends? This quote particularly challenged me: “Make a shift in your thinking. Rather than thinking about how to get students (or people in general) to attend a gathering, emphasize engagement.”
I’ve shared an article like this before, but they always challenge me more than I expect. Here, Ray Ortlund shares advice to young pastors, focusing on the “basics” of ministry. As I consider my desire to remain faithful where God has called me, these words not only challenge me, but encourage me to continue on.
So many of us struggle to have a healthy understanding of Christ’s view of us. In this article, I was reminded of just how complete Jesus’ work on the cross was. I think this is a great approach on the topic- looking to Christ and drawing the implications for our lives from there, instead of focusing on us alone.
