Making Disciples?
At the Quarter Life event last weekend, folks gathered to talk about something they all have in common. . . a passion and love for young adults. They came together with hopes of better understanding ways in which to reach out and minister to young adults.
This topic is very near and dear to my husband Chris' heart. We have this conversation on a regular basis as we live amongst the worshiping and academic community of Pfeiffer University. How do we relate to, learn from, and even inspire these young adults in a way they are compelled to know and be the incarnation of Christ to the world? We want them to know what THEY believe, challenge assumptions taught them at an early age, and claim their own unique gifts, using them to the good of the kingdom.
Chris' question to the folks at Quarter Life was. . .
- "How are we doing Disciple Formation that would inspire and motivate young adults to desire continued faith development while encouraging others in their own faith?"
- Are we expecting the church to provide programing and events that young adults would be drawn to OR are we so intentional in their faith development through their early years that these young adults cannot help but want to be involved in the life and ministry of the church?
My questions to you are this:
How are we doing disciple formation in our local churches, our community, and in the world?
Is it wearing our congregation out or inspiring them to be sent out? If you answered worn out, are you willing to do what it takes to turn them inside out into the world?
Is this our life's vocation or are we on vacation?
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