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Six Lessons Learned from Adopting a Church (A Real Case Study)
Several years ago, Sam Rainer led his church to adopt a struggling church in the same town. He wrote the lessons he learned one year after the adoption. Thom interviews Sam about these lessons that are worth recalling.
Always do due diligence.
Many will not understand the concept of adoption.
Wrong motives will crush you.
Live preaching is preferable to video venues.
Who you send is critical to long-term success.
Co-vocational is the path to go.
Resources:
Wesley Biblical Seminary, Master of Ministry
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