In this episode we discuss...
- The great divide!
- You got your old churches, and you got your young churches.
- What do you do if you find yourself caring for an older, less active congregation?
- Rely on Scripture. Gain their trust and respect by preaching the best expository sermons you can. Focus time there!
- Invest in them personally. Visit them. Get to know them.
- Don’t assume they feel comfortable/equipped to serve.
- Meet them where they are.
- Be prepared for resistance.
- You may face some tension and hurdles to overcome.
- Be prepared with encouragement.
- Things to say: Conversations to activate older Christians for ministry. Conversations help them frame their thinking.
- Let those older Christians know that they have a wealth of “wisdom” to share with the younger Christians.
- Senior Saint, you have a TREASURE to SHARE.
- Not only is your wisdom a treasure, you have a STOREHOUSE of it to give away!
- Bridge the gap.
- Start adding older couples to a Bible Study that is primarily made up of younger Christians.
- Set up situations where an older Christian can begin to build relationship and discipleship opportunities.
- Get input.
- Be brave! Intentionally set up weird dynamics on the worship team or ministry teams.
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Our Quote of the Day:
- You are no lover of Christ if you do not love His children. Love Christ and you will soon love all that love Him. - Charles Spurgeon
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