INVITE | Do Good 2023

Today we dive into the importance of welcoming outsiders and making them feel at home in our church community. In this episode, Pastor Clark will share valuable insights on how we can follow Jesus' example and extend open invitations to those who may feel excluded or disconnected.

🤝 Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode:

1️⃣ Prioritize Reaching Out: Let's make it our mission to ensure that no one feels lonely, hurt, or excluded from our church community. Just as Jesus prioritized reaching out to outsiders, it is our responsibility to extend a warm welcome and be the last line of defense against anyone feeling like an outsider.

2️⃣ The Power of Invitations: Invitations are not just about event attendance, but about building relationships and starting important conversations. With a simple invitation, we can share God's love and let others know they are valued. Let's remember that some people may have had negative experiences with church in the past and feel unwelcome. By extending an invitation, we can combat negative narratives and show them a different side of faith.

3️⃣ Letting Go and Trusting: It can be disheartening when we invest in others and don't see immediate results. However, we must remember that it's not about instant outcomes, but about trusting in God's plan. Let go of the need for control and place your focus on obedience rather than education. Our faith is not just about what we know, but what we do. Let's invite others to come and see for themselves the transformative power of God's love.

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