At it’s simplest Church Healthy is simply a collection of promises and affirmations arranged to assist discernment. But in this simplicity lies a strength – flexibility. Here are a few ways this approach may be helpful.
- Individual prayer or discernment – example
- Questionnaire or assessment for group – example assessment
- Sermon series
- Keeping track of the journey – example journal sheet
- Study guides – example guide
- Survey – example survey
- Workshop – either internally or externally facilitated
- Small group study – example guide
- Reach out if you have a situation and would like to see how this approach can be tailored for you
As mentioned on the promises page, engaging with these promises is a matter of HOPE. Having faith in God, Opening up to possibilities, Planting ourselves in the scripture looking for guidance, and Experiencing the blessings that come from living the guidance.
One way to think of living into the guidance is like a challenge for people who like to sail. To sail out, around an island, and back in strong winds. Each group has a boat that’s capable. Some groups have mastered all the skills needed and just go do it. Some need to practice a skill then can easily follow the guidance. Some may need lessons before they practice. Some groups may be facing other challenges that need to be cleared up as part of making progress toward the goal. But all is towards the same goal.
WHAT IF–
If you find that, unlike the stories shared on the “Health Nurtured” page, your situation seems more entrenched there’s still hope. If you identified a particular guidance and find you are struggling to live into it feel free to reach out to us. We may be able to help you directly or point you in the right direction. You could also check on our resource page for other organizations supporting churches.
Feel free to reach out with questions, comments, or suggestions