Our Strategy

The Path of Following Jesus

1. Make Friends

• "A friend of tax collectors and sinners." (Matthew 11:18-19)
• "For God so loved the world; for God so loved ME…not as a project, and not because He knew I would believe
• God genuinely desires a relationship with You and Me.
• Response: I need to see the world the way Jesus saw the world. People mattered to Jesus. So, people matter to me.

2. Talk About Spiritual Things

• Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. (1 Pet 3:15)
• "Men of Athens I see that you are very religious…” (Acts 17)
• "For God did not come to condemn the world but to save the world through Him.” (John 3:17)
• Response: Be gracious and truthful. (John 1:14)

3. Special Events - Invite A Friend

• A Special Event is an event where the churched individual feels comfortable enough to invite their unchurched friend. George Barna/American Christian Demographics: 1 out of every 4 people would come with you to church if simply asked.
• Response: Just ask someone to come.

4. Join a Care Group

• Life change happens in small groups.
• A place to connect in prayer.
• A place to develop deep friendships.
• A place to have a learning experience with God and His Word.
• Philippians 2:1-4 “ …like minded, having the same love, being one in Spirit and purpose”.
• John 17:20-23 "…my prayer is that they may be one".
• Response: Join a Care Group.

5. Grow Deeper

• Establishing roots of maturity in Christ. (Ephesians 3:17-5:2)
• Response: Be intentional about your spiritual growth.

6. Serve/Lead in a Ministry Opportunity

• "Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve
  and give His life as a ransom for many. " (Matthew 20:28)
• Network Course: Discovering your passion, unique place of service, personal style and your God-given gifts
• Response: Serve!

7. Go

• ”…and make disciples of all nations.” (Matthew 28:19-20)
• ”…you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria and to the ends of the earth.” (Acts 1:8)

**How healthy, on a scale of 1-5, are you in these areas of your spiritual journey? (1 being low)

Quick links:

• Our Story
• Our Teachings (confession of faith)
• Our Mission
• Our Values
• Our Dreams
• Our Strategy

Becoming a Member of Central Heights Church:

1. Connecting BAPTISM and MEMBERSHIP
2. Identifying What You Would be JOINING
3. Wrestling With the Logic of MEMBERSHIP
4. Illustrating Why MEMBERSHIP is Logical and Practical
5. The Benefits of BECOMING A MEMBER
6. Becoming a MEMBER at CENTRAL HEIGHTS

If you would like more details, please contact Pastor John.