New England Perspectives
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Be Revitalized Before You Revitalize Others
Revitalizing a church requires a pastor to use his head, heart, and hands. Why? Because loving God and others involves our heart, mind, and strength. The task ahead of us is accomplished through the power of the Spirit, yet it also carries practical and realistic demands. We've likely heard the saying, "God must work in you before He can work through you."
Honoring the Legacy in Church Revitalization
Church Revitalization can go well or poorly, depending on how a revitalizer handles certain aspects. One crucial piece is transition. How do we go from what was/is to what can be? Many mistakes are made when we ignore the people and things that have come before. We are not the hero of any situation we are called to – Jesus is. Pastors revitalizing churches can transition with strength, support, and energy if they honor the legacy of what has been.