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Summary

In this conversation, Don Garner discusses the growth and dynamics of the Forest Park Church, emphasizing the importance of evangelism and leadership within the church community. He highlights the need for a supportive and united eldership, the empowerment of future leaders, and the church’s role in nurturing its members and reaching out to the community. Garner draws on biblical principles and personal experiences to illustrate the challenges and responsibilities of church leadership in fostering a vibrant and evangelistic church environment.

Takeaways

Forest Park Church has seen significant growth with many visitors.
The church aims to maintain a large congregation with a small congregation mentality.
Eldership must challenge itself to lead effectively.
Evangelism should permeate the church community with love and kindness.
Leadership development is crucial for the church’s future.
Every member is called to be a leader in their own right.
The church’s mission is to impact growth both numerically and spiritually.
Evangelism involves nurturing and caring for the church body.
The church must be united to thrive and grow.
Biblical teachings guide the church’s approach to evangelism.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Eldership and Evangelism
00:03 The Role of Elders in Church Growth
03:25 Creating a Culture of Evangelism
06:25 Leadership and Communication in the Church
09:10 Empowering Members for Evangelism
12:08 The Importance of Community and Care
15:12 Challenges and Opportunities in Evangelism
18:12 The Heart of Evangelism: A Call to Action
21:18 The Future of Church Leadership
23:59 The Apostle Paul’s Example in Evangelism