This message is a call to action for believers to rise up and meet the challenge of reaching the unchurched populations in America's cities. We are living in a time when Christianity is rapidly declining, but God has chosen us to be alive during this momentous period. As nations converge on our cities, we have an opportunity to pour our lives into the next generation, equipping them with character and development, and then sending them out as teams to plant churches in the 100 most unchurched cities.
Key Scripture References
Matthew 28:18-20** - Jesus' Great Commission is a clear call for believers to go into all nations, making disciples and teaching them to obey everything He has commanded. In this context, we see that the Church's primary mission is to reach the lost with the Gospel.
Acts 2:42-47** - The early Church in Jerusalem was marked by a deep commitment to community, prayer, fellowship, and the apostles' teaching. This model of church life can be our guide as we seek to plant new expressions of church that are centered on loving one another.
Matthew 5:13-16** - Jesus teaches us that we are the salt and light of the world, and it is our responsibility to shine brightly in a dark world. As believers living in cities, we have a unique opportunity to make a difference in our communities and bring hope to those who are searching for meaning.
Psalm 127:1-5** - This passage reminds us that children are a blessing from the Lord, and it is our responsibility as parents and leaders to invest in their lives and equip them for ministry. In this context, we see that God's plan is for the next generation to be used by Him to reach the world.
John 17:20-23** - Jesus' prayer in John 17 shows us that His heart is for believers to be united and on mission together. As we seek to train up a new generation of leaders, we must pray for unity and cooperation among our churches and organizations.
Key Takeaways
We are living in a time of great opportunity and challenge as Christianity is rapidly declining in America's cities. However, with God on our side, we can rise up to meet this challenge and reach the unchurched populations with the Gospel.
The key to reaching the next generation is not just about giving them information or knowledge, but about pouring our lives into their character and development. We must invest in their spiritual growth and equip them for ministry.
As we seek to plant new expressions of church, we must be guided by the model of the early Church in Jerusalem, which was marked by community, prayer, fellowship, and a deep commitment to the apostles' teaching.
We are not just called to reach our cities with the Gospel, but also to send out teams to plant churches in the 100 most unchurched cities. This will require cooperation and unity among our churches and organizations, as well as a willingness to take risks and trust God for the outcome.
This Week's Challenge
This week, we challenge you to pray for the next generation of leaders and ask God to give you a burden to invest in their lives. We also encourage you to consider joining us on this mission to reach America's cities with the Gospel. Would you be willing to come to San Francisco and join us as we seek the Lord together?
Reflection Questions
What is your vision for reaching the unchurched populations in America's cities, and how can God use you to make a difference?
How can you invest in the lives of the next generation of leaders and equip them for ministry? What are some specific ways you can pray for them and support their growth?
As you consider joining us on this mission, what are some potential obstacles or challenges that come to mind? How can we overcome these obstacles together as a community of believers?
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