Many evangelistic methods may work temporarily: a person makes a decision for Christ and comes to church, then church leaders rejoice in effectiveness of outreach. But too often, after a short time, that "convert" slips away from church.
Why does this happen?
Ask these questions about the evangelism method, and rate your church on the scale.

1. Are we emphasizing sales or connection? In some approaches ...

Topics:	Culture, Evangelism, Outreach, Relevance, Seekers, Spiritual friendship, Unchurched, Visitors & guests
Filters:	Church staff, Elder, Evangelism, Hospitality, Outreach, Pastor, Youth pastor
Purpose:	Evangelism
References:	Luke 14:26-27, Hebrews 10:19-25
Date Added:	July 31, 2007

Many evangelistic methods may work temporarily: a person makes a decision for Christ and comes to church, then church leaders rejoice in effectiveness of outreach. But too often, after a short time, that "convert" slips away from church.

Why does this happen?

Ask these questions about the evangelism method:

1. Are we emphasizing sales or connection? In some approaches the relationship between the evangelizer ...

Topics:	Community impact, Culture, Evangelism, Outreach, Planning, Seekers, Service, Spiritual friendship, Strategy, Unchurched
Filters:	Church staff, Discipleship, Elder, Evangelism, Outreach, Pastor, Shepherd, Worship
Purpose:	Evangelism
References:	Luke 14:26-27, Hebrews 10:19-25
Date Added:	July 31, 2007