Entering the Battle(Part Two)

The second dynamic for facilitating transformational communities is pursuing the truth by honestly reflecting on God’s revelation and our realities. Listen to the podcast interview (part two) in our resource section.

·      Why reflecting on truth is important - John 8:31-32, Romans 12:2
No substantial or lasting transformation occurs without accurately understanding and believing the truth. If truth doesn’t penetrate the issues of the heart there will be no real fruit. As leaders we must honestly and consistently reflect on our lives and doctrine (who we are and what we teach). We must study to show ourselves approved as a pastor who rightly handles the word of God.

·      How to facilitate heart reflection on truth - Proverbs 20:5, James 1:19
There are two key questions you should be asking to help facilitate a biblical discussion that addresses heart issues.

1. What’s going on inside of us as we reflect on these truths?

2. How am I drawing out our real thoughts and feelings?

·      The book, Dangerous Calling by Paul Tripp,  is a great resource to draw upon and discuss in your cluster groups and points you to some core biblical truths that can transform our lives and ministries. What truths have encouraged or challenged you the most in this book? What do you anticipate being most helpful or difficult as you discuss the book, A Work of Heart by Reggie McNeal?

·      Haven for the Heart has a two step strategy where we help leaders experience a haven for their hearts and become equipped to be a haven for the hearts of others. We hope that you and your spouse or ministry team will take advantage of a Haven for the Heart retreat. During a Haven for the Heart retreat we will cover in further detail each of the 3 dynamics of the CPR process.