When buildings get in the way

Although I’m embarrassed to admit it, I have sometimes expected the physical trappings of my worship system to be the instrument for change with those I am hoping to lead to faith.  I have watched visitors walk in the front door of a building that some call a sanctuary, observed them participate in the music and readings, and marketed my faith with other stuff.  And I have often expected the stuff to convince them that Christianity is

Got water?

charity: water.

Charity Water is an outreach that Keel Leadership is particularly fond of.  Click the link above to check it out. What’s great is that 100% of public donations directly fund water projects.  Giving a drink of water to someone who is thirsty embodies the simplicity of Jesus’ desire that we care for others.  You may want to  consider this as an outreach arm of your small group. Let me know what other charities are worth sharing. If you don’t already reach out as a group, remember that outreach is an essential element for one of your groups 5 Balance Points. Bible study groups need to be particularly careful that they don’t become “hearers of the word” only. Challenge each other to be doers of the Word and take on the mission to love.