I just found an article by Andrew Hamilton, a soon-to-be church planter in Australia, who is reflecting on how little he knew his neighbours while serving his present church for 7 years. He concludes:
“Many of us have been good at running churches or organizing ministries but not so good at loving our neighbours. Yet I have a feeling if we as followers of Jesus can’t lead the way with this one then whatever else we have to offer is going to seem just a bit lame.”
I can sure relate, as I reflect on 10 years here at Hope Church, and as I anticipate moving to an already planted church plant. You can read the full article here. Any feedback?