Winning the 60%

I’ve heard it said many times that the prevailing models of church and ministry can only reach around 40% of the US population; new models are required to reach the other 60%.

There comes a time to turn critique into action and that time is long overdue. Where are the new disciples among the 60%? Let’s hear their stories. Where is the gospel going out in the power of the Spirit, yielding the fruit of new disciples and new churches? (We’re not talking about multiplication yet.)

Every movement begins with a critique, but a critique is not a movement. Without a vision, critique becomes cynicism. But vision is not enough. Vision without action is fantasy. Time’s up, we need to see a vision validated by action that produces the outcomes we’re after. In this case, new disciples and churches to the glory of God.

If that’s not happening, it’s time to look elsewhere for solutions.