I added bold highlights to some key points in my copy of this article ….
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I do like these two recommendations.
We often speak of Unity, which is a good thing, but if you study the Bible passages about that, you will find a clear unity around sound doctrine not just an empty diverse opinion Unity. If you read the passages in the NT in the old KJV which speak about doctrine you will get a sense of this kind of Unity. Btw, in historical Reformed Churches, they have a practice in the afternoon or evening service to teach Biblical doctrine through the Catechisms and Confessions. I highly recommend this practice.
And note how clear the message in his 4th recommendation is taught in the Bible.
Matthew 28:18-20 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. 19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: 20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.Amen.
Again there are two parts to this. Our modern Bibles use the words make disciples, I personally think that inflates our roles, I.e. we make disciples, I think God does that, the KJV properly refocuses our role on teaching what the Bible says, and not just parts of it, all of it. Which is again why we should cover in a recurring way all the Confessions and Catechisms, for adults and not just youths.
The author suggests…
#2: Instead of viewing doctrine as secondary, unify around core doctrine
Many people in your church are more than likely doctrinally-emaciated. Think over your core doctrines, and let them filter through everything you do. More than delving into niche topics that fly over everyone’s heads, the average believer desperately needs to deepen their convictions around core doctrine, and doing so will go a long way in strengthening the church.
#4: Instead of creating cogs in the wheel, develop rounded disciples
Imagine teaching a football player only how to run. That’s a necessary skill, sure, but not even close to all the abilities they will need to perform well. Similarly, discipleship needs to go well beyond simple “give, serve” and invite” model, and instead teach people to obey everything that Christ commanded.