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April 10, 2008
Update to recent visit to SWBTS
I had a great time with students from Southwestern Seminary last week. I was very encouraged to know that we are preparing church leaders to address the concerns of stewardship and giving.
I recognize that church leaders are trained very well when it comes to parsing the Greek language and learning to accurately interpret Scripture. This is absolutely fundamental and must not be ignored or diminished in any way. However, I do think we have inadvertantly overlooked an area of church life that is absolutely vital to providing a place for people to hear, learn and be changed by the message of the Gospel.
As we discussed, our ability to fully fund and sustain the ministry of the local church is a direct result of our commitment to and belief in the purpose and ministry of the local church.
If the church fails, there is no "Plan B."
Posted by bstroup at April 10, 2008 1:17 AM
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