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Posted: December 22, 2008
Janae (Guest)
Let us not forget, Leo, that while God prods the heart, it's God's people who nurture and disciple that flame. If the church is cold, unwelcoming, and disconnected, the seeker may be deterred from church. There are many, many people whom God has touched yet are disenchanted with "organized religion" and have opted for less frustrating spiritual alternatives.
Posted: October 16, 2008
Hyacinth (Guest)
What people forget is that first impressions count. God can touch peoples hearts anywhere, but when visiting a church especially for the first time, if they do not feel welcome or the love of God is not displayed, they may not wish to return. Feeling comfortable helps in the letting go and letting God process especially in a new enviornment.
Posted: October 06, 2008
Leo (Guest)
Good points. Yet the MAIN point is missing - that God does the work in the hearts, not the church show stuff. The example of parents quitting the church - is just their failure to see the treasure in God, not so much church's responsibility. Keep reminding people WHO is their treasure: Christ, not the flashy church.
Posted: September 15, 2008
Daniel DeVilder (Registered User)
Thanks for the article. Also, is there a way to make this printer friendly, or download it?
Posted: September 11, 2008
Bill (Guest)
Touches all the bases you will need to be a welcoming church family.
Posted: September 09, 2008
Anonymous
Good article--a reminder to be our best when God sends folks our way who need His best.
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