Effective churches exist in all shapes and sizes. Including churches that haven’t grown numerically in a while.
But for too many of us, church size is the primary (or only) factor in determining the health and value of a local congregation.
This thinking is not just mistaken, it’s dangerous. History has regularly shown us that any time we equate bigger with better in the kingdom of God, it leads to problems.
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Small churches have unique strengths and gifts. But we must know three basic truths if we hope to turn those strengths into reality.
Online chats are great when the topic is simple. But when controversy erupts, it’s always better to go small and in person.
We’re not called to change the world, we’re called to simple acts of everyday faithfulness.
