Helping People Take Next Steps, Part 2 (Episode 79)

In this episode, Chris and Jay discuss helping people take "next steps" in their spiritual growth. We want you to be mindful of moving people forward in the faith.

Jay's Blog Post on Next Steps

1. Follow Christ and be baptized.
2. Read and study the Bible on a daily basis.
3. Pray consistently and strategically.
4. Become a member of the church.
5. Actively participate in a Small Group.
6. Find someone to mentor you.
7. Talk about your faith with members.
8. Exhibit the fruit of the Spirit in your life.
9. Fulfill your roles well (spouse, father, employee, etc.)
10. Serve in the church in some way.
11. Live a generous lifestyle with your time and money.
12. Share Christ with neighbors, co-workers, & family. 
13. Disciple someone who is a new believer.
14. Secure a passport.
15. Get a background check to work with minors.

2 Cor 13:11 (NLT)
Dear brothers and sisters, I close my letter with these last words: Be joyful. Grow to maturity. Encourage each other. Live in harmony and peace. Then the God of love and peace will be with you. Greet each other with a sacred kiss.  All of God’s people here send you their greetings.

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Jay Gordon is the Small Groups Minister at The Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham, Alabama, USA. Chris Amaro is an IT professional and serves as a Small Group Leader and Elder at Brook Hills.

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