There are dozens of mileage programs and consumer clubs, all trying to one-up each other for your membership. Often with the tagline, “Exclusively for you!” Clubs are all about you. As a member, you obtain exclusive deals and discounts, or rights and privileges. Even in the charitable sector, as a member, it’s about your member dues and what they get you; your say and your way! And quite frequently, if you give a lot of money, you'll get a lot of say.
The Church, however, should never function like a club. If a club mentality slips into the local church, Gospel-centred mission and vision get put in the back seat, so that member rights and privileges can drive. Soon church members can't even quote their mission and vision, never mind living it out.
This week, using a Scripture from Paul’s letter to the Roman church, we’re going to unpack the difference between a church member and a club member, and how understanding the difference can keep the local church on mission, with a fresh vision for the future.
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