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Introduction: A.
Arrogant boasting about tomorrow’s success is not for
God’s faithful. Jas.
4:13-17 B.
That said, planning is perfectly acceptable. v.
15 C.
It is with humility that we reflect and look forward to the
goals for this year. Discussion: I.
CONGREGATIONAL
GROWTH “So then neither he who plants is anything, nor he who waters, but God who gives the increase.” 1 Corinthians 3:7 (NKJV) A.
“Jesus
does not change what you do. He changes what you want to
do.”
Ravi Zacharias 1.
Take advantage of personal growth or evangelistic efforts. 2.
Spend time with and encourage one another. 3.
Let God give the increase as a result. II.
OPPORTUNITIES
FOR GROWTH “And
to one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one,
to each according to his own ability; and immediately he went on a
journey.” Matthew
25:15 (NKJV) A.
Special classes for both younger and older men who
want to participate in public situations. B.
Special classes for those desiring to become
elders/deacons. C.
Truth
Project
Bible studies. D.
“Teaching by cards”: a tool to evangelize. E.
Women’s Bible studies. F.
Men’s Saturday Bible studies. III.
INCREASE
IN OUR GIVING “God
loves a cheerful giver.” 2
Corinthians 9:7 (NKJV) A.
Improve
contributions 10% annually, which would allow for … 1.
Outside support of preachers in other areas. 2.
Preacher training program. 3.
Increase benevolence for Christians in need (locally or
afar). 4.
Care for costly pending building repairs/maintenance. Conclusion: A. What part will you take to see that we meet our goals for this year?
Glory
to God in the church by Christ Jesus
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