Trench Talk Ep. 188: Establishing a Church Membership Process
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Aug 30, 2022 Dive into the biblical basis for formal church membership and learn about the pastor's responsibility to their specific flock. Discover how to effectively welcome new members and the commitment expectations involved. The discussion covers the significance of a church covenant and the differentiation between membership and non-membership benefits. Insightful points are made about baptism requirements and the exclusive roles members can hold. Listeners gain practical advice on establishing a healthy membership process that fosters community and accountability.
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Local Membership Reflected In Scripture
- The New Testament assumes local, accountable groups of believers with mutual responsibilities.
- Modern church membership best captures that local accountability and pastoral responsibility.
Begin Membership With Personal Hospitality
- Jim describes starting membership by personally getting to know visitors through hospitality and conversation.
- He emphasizes tethering newcomers with coffee, home visits, and personal contact before membership moves forward.
Use Classes And Testimonies For Vetting
- Require a membership class and written testimony before approving new members.
- Distribute testimonies to the congregation for three weeks so members can interact and vet newcomers.