Creating Space

Why the church continues to decline in almost every metric is the great contemporary dilemma of pastors and church leaders. One thing is certain: The root cause for the lack of impact and fruitfulness of the church is a shortage of authentic disciples of Jesus. Growth requires discipleship-not just any form of discipleship, though, but passionate discipleship. And passion is a function of environment. We thrive when we fit, when we have a strong sense of belonging, purpose, and shared mission in