Meaningful Membership

Church membership is so much more than just a piece of paper or a name on a list. It clearly defines a community and offers people a clear choice to accept the blessings and responsibilities that go along with it. But even more significantly, church membership is a way for individual Christians to draw closer to God by drawing closer to his church and his people. An effective membership process should be a time of spiritual growth for the member-to-be, and yet so many churches neglect this crucial step into church life.This 18-page resource will help you create a membership process that draws people deeper into their commitment not just to the church but to Christ.Table of Contents:Taking Membership SeriouslyIt's time to raise the bar.interview with Ken SandeDealing with the Revolving Back DoorLearn all you can from those who leave.Adam HamiltonWhat the Bible Says About Church MembershipThe church is not a country club.Thom Rainer The Importance of Joining a ChurchThe church isn't perf