I think you are absolutely right about that church cycle. I believe the problem is that our focus gets clouded. Jesus never called us to save anyone, that is His job along with the Holy Spirit. He didn't even necessarily call us to start a bunch of churches (not that they are not helpful for spiritual growth). He called us to make disciples. (Matt. 28:19-20) This takes a lot of time and effort and unfortunately most Christians only want to commit an hour on Sun. and maybe an hour during the week. Not trying to sound like a downer but it is the truth for the majority of the American church today. If anyone is interested in what discipleship growth could look like check out the book "Cultivating a Life for God" by Neil Cole. I really am starting to believe that this is what Jesus intended for His church.
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Not trying to sound like a downer but it is the truth for the majority of the American church today. If anyone is interested in what discipleship growth could look like check out the book "Cultivating a Life for God" by Neil Cole.
I really am starting to believe that this is what Jesus intended for His church.