What I Like about “Explore God”

The “Explore God” initiative is officially launched on September 8. There’s so much to like about the “Explore God” initiative that PCC is participating in this fall. I thought I’d share three elements I like best about the effort.

1. Equipping believers

I like the equipping element of “Explore God”. The training offered to believers in how to simply have a conversation about God is unique in that it doesn’t assume we’re all gospel salesmen commissioned to close deals for Jesus. It’s the kind of training that is useful in virtually everyone’s day-to-day life. It’s not about another church program, but becoming more aware of God working in you and through you at work, at home, wherever you are. If you missed this training check out the video @ http://vimeo.com/61399032

2. Welcoming doubters
I’ve always tried to be a pastor that welcomes people with doubts to PCC. I like the questions. I like the honesty. After all, we all have questions. This Sunday is the perfect Sunday to invite a friend who has doubts. The discussion groups that begin next week are designed for people with doubts and questions, so invite a friend to participate in a group with you.

3. Practicing unity

At last count over 350 churches are participating in Explore God. PCC is not alone in our mission to proclaim Christ, produce disciples, and praise God. While it is true that Christians find quite a lot to disagree about, the greater truth is that we all hold to the “main thing”. It’s a good thing for non-believers to see the kind of unity displayed among believers demonstrated in the Explore God initiative.

There is indeed a lot to like in the Explore God initiative. Keep praying that God works through it, through you and me, to reach many with the gospel.