Wise planning considers all possible consequences of an action. Here are three cost questions to ask before beginning a new program:

1. Will this distract us from our primary mission? I came to Elmbrook Church fresh from ministry in Europe to countercultural youth. Shortly after my arrival, I discovered that one hundred young people, most of whom had dropped out of organized religion, were meeting ...

Topics:	Direction, Expansion, Growth, Master plan, Measuring ministry, Objectives, Planning, Strategy
Filters:	Church board, Deacon, Discipleship, Elder, Pastor
Purpose:	Discipleship
References:	1 Kings 22:5, Galatians 1:10
Date Added:	July 31, 2007

Wise planning considers all possible consequences of an action. Here are three cost questions to ask before beginning a new program. Apply them to a ministry you're considering.

1. Will this distract us from our primary mission? I came to Elmbrook Church fresh from ministry in Europe to countercultural youth. Shortly after my arrival, I discovered that 100 young people, most of whom had dropped out ...

Topics:	Change, Direction, Growth, Leadership, Master plan, Planning, Strategy, Transitions, Vision
Filters:	Church board, Deacon, Discipleship, Elder, Outreach, Pastor
Purpose:	Discipleship
References:	1 Kings 22:5, Galatians 1:10
Date Added:	July 31, 2007