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he dynamics described in this book can be applied by any church, independent of denomination, theological position, and philosophy of ministry. They can be applied independent of culture and financial possibilities. However, they do demand a certain minimum of openness to engage with that which goes beyond the familiar.
None of us has to wait to get involved with these processes just because our church as a whole isn’t ready for it. Each of us can start the process on our own, subsequently inspiring other believers to get involved as well. Though both Level A and Level B growth are easier when they have local church support, they do work even without it.
According to the Bible, spiritual growth is not an end in itself. The goal is that the kingdom of God takes shape. Different strains of Christianity stress different aspects of God‘s kingdom. Red spirituality identifies the kingdom primarily with heaven; blue spirituality stresses the growth of the kingdom in ourselves; green spirituality is focused on a changed society. All of these are, indeed, different aspects of God‘s kingdom that are inextricably linked.
How important do you deem the concerns behind the book you have just read? To what extent are you willing to adjust priorities in your life in order to experience a fuller relationship with God? With whom will you share the message of this book and when will you do so?
Further topics in the above chapter of the full version of the book
The ultimate goal: Expanding the kingdom - Constant multiplication - It can be done - The chance of a crisis - Back to the basics - Unrealistic?