Comments for breaking point

Comment on Weeds or Flowers by Loretta McCann Bjorvik

Loretta McCann Bjorvik — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:02:19 +0000

Some “bio-engineered” strains can also wipe out natural flora…

Methinks, GOD’s Creation no matter how humanly categorized will succeed in the long run, versus man-made solutions.

Bring on the weeds! In the hands of a creator the most beautiful arrangement can be the most vital of assortments!

From a weed that has been plucked for His Glory

Comment on Trust Agents by Molly

Molly — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 20:37:51 +0000

I am reading it right now too.

I am really enjoying it so far, TONS of information.

Comment on Season of Transition by Robin

Robin — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 22:40:50 +0000

So glad you have chosen to not be in “isolation”, especially when the topic around Suncrest surrounds “relationships” so much. The transition I see is largely about having some relationships grow stronger now, while others may have a lesser impact on your daily life. Coping with transition can be hard, going through it with help of others—much easier. See you around!!!

Comment on Season of Transition by Cary Branscum

Cary Branscum — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:43:48 +0000

Thanks so much for this article, change requires truth, faith, and courage. You are such a blessing to so many. I love your take on the Kingdom, small groups, and social media.

Comment on Babel – Start a Conversation in 45 Languages! by Morson

Morson — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 12:25:06 +0000

Hello everyone i like to converse in english .As everyone . Thanks every nonnative language user.

Comment on The Reason Your Church Must Twitter – A Review by Tony

Tony — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:24:31 +0000

Ha Ha – know what you mean! Technology and all that!

Comment on Holy Discontent…or Just Discontent? by Mac Lake

Mac Lake — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 18:10:06 +0000

At Seacoast we kicked off our new alignment study today. It only takes One a study of Acts 1-6 for 6 weeks. Its going to be a great study. You are right it brings great unity and momentum for groups.

Comment on Holy Discontent…or Just Discontent? by Sherry Surratt

Sherry Surratt — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:08:15 +0000

Great question Marybeth! We’ve dealt with this in our church both as ministry staff and small group leaders ourselves. We’ve had grumbles from our group and like to challenge them with, ‘let’s just see what God can do with this’. God can do great things in our hearts when we commit to being open to something new, especially when we don’t feel like it. We also try to remember that you can’t really MAKE adults do anything they don’t want to do. The better path is to try to inspire.

Comment on Holy Discontent…or Just Discontent? by Larry Baxter

Larry Baxter — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 19:57:23 +0000

Great question! (and quite practical) While we love all of our small group leaders to get the vision and be on-board, it’s just reality that not all are. Do we want to spend our limited time fighting those battles, or investing in people who DO want to grow?

At our church our pastor recommends growing ‘around’ the problem groups. Share the vision, ask for buy-in, but if not forthcoming, leave ‘em be. Direct no new people looking for small groups their way, they get lower priority to space requests (if a Sunday school class), and we’re not going to pay for their curriculum they want to do instead.

Eventually by focusing on the groups that get the vision, are on board with core values, and looking to reach out to others, those groups will grow and multiply and fewer and fewer will be of the type you mention. On the plus side, I like that you’ve already had a sit down to explain the church’s vision and have required signing a covenant. (So if you do have to go to your last resort, you’ve laid the foundation already.)

I personally have a part of me that likes the ‘whuppin’ approach, but I think my pastor is probably correct

Comment on Holy Discontent…or Just Discontent? by marybethstockdale

marybethstockdale — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 19:07:55 +0000

Great stuff, Frank! Pondering the possibility of #1. And #3 brings Barney Fife to mind…”Nip it in the bud!” Ok, so I’m old. Think this is how the worship leader feels when people complain about the songs/style/volume. UGH!