What happens when a church shifts from dependency on a few leaders to equipping every believer for ministry? Transformative growth that honors Christ's design.
Pastor Timothy Mann launches a powerful new series called "Growing God's Way" with a challenging examination of Ephesians 4:11-16. This foundational passage reveals that God's blueprint for church growth isn't built on professional ministers doing all the work, but on leaders equipping every saint to fulfill their ministry calling.
The uncomfortable truth? The most significant barrier to healthy church growth isn't space, staffing, or budget—it's our fundamental understanding of ministry. When only 20% of members carry 80% of the responsibility, we're operating contrary to God's design. As Charles Spurgeon boldly declared, "Every professing Christian is either a missionary or an imposter."
This message confronts the consumer mentality that has infected modern Christianity by revealing three vital steps for authentic church growth: stepping up to be equipped, stepping in to minister with maturity and unity, and stepping together to build up the body in love. Each component works together to create a community that reflects Christ and impacts the world.
Whether you're feeling disconnected from meaningful ministry or wondering how your spiritual gifts fit into God's larger plan, this message offers practical wisdom for discovering your role. Pastor Tim challenges every believer to move beyond mere attendance to active engagement in Christ's mission through His church.
Ready to discover how God has uniquely equipped you and where He's calling you to serve? This message might just be the catalyst that transforms your understanding of church and your place within it. Listen now and take your first step toward growing God's way.