I want my church to grow pt 2

Hi.

So I have outted myself that I do want my church to grow larger. I also want it to grow stronger. It seems that Christians are heading toward two extremes. One extreme is God will forgive everything I can do what I want. It's my life and the all powerful god in people's lives is their happiness so divorcing their spouse is no big deal. I believe this has been called "licence". The other as you can guess is "legalism". I have heard things like "you should wear a suit", "the music needs to reverent", "You can't say sucks in church," "You can't say sex in church"! People tell me to be careful not to let the world in the church. It's funny how the "world" is typically only characterized by what offends your personal or political preferences. Sure I won't say "sucks" anymore but will you repent of your greed and pride because I don't want the world in our church.

I really am a nice man. Although I don't like dogs.

So anywho, I dream of stronger Christians who can live missionally and yet walk in holiness. Who can be all things to all people and continue to resist and forsake sin. You know how to be authentic in conversation and have a Biblically informed worldview.

So what is the best way to make disciples? People say it's "small groups" or "classes". I just don't know. There is no magic pill after doing this for over 10 years I know that. Discipleship, becoming a stronger Christian, seems to be a long messy process. I espeically notice that when I look at my heart. I want to be stronger. Stronger in my love and patience with people. Stronger in my discipline and evangelism.

I want Crossbridge to grow larger and stronger.

Till my next confession....