Reflecting on the Western Church.
The modern, western church is struggling. This is not new to anyone. Most churches tend to cast blame outward. However, before any transformation can take place there needs to be an inward consideration to evaluate how the church communicates and engages with people. Even though it is not usually said, most churches don’t understand why people don’t understand the value churches provide. There must be an honest look at where the local church struggles and where the local church has succeeded in communication and engagement.
Change your perspective and look at the church through the community’s eyes.
It is easy to get caught up in the church's day-to-day activities. Between meetings and preparation, it is easy to lose purpose and intentionality. When this happens, things begin to spiral downward. Slowly at first, and then before you know it, the local church is a husk of what it used to be. When the church breaks free from the routine and becomes purposeful and intentional, great things begin to happen.