PhDs & Incarnational Church

a Jesus thought...
There is joy in heaven over one sinner who repents. (Luke 15:7)

a Godly thought...
We continue to elevate the performer, and just like the first hearers of the prophecies of Amos and Isaiah we turn worship into a showpiece in the naive belief that God is interested. (p46 Bishop)

a leading thought...
In God's eyes, how something is done is as important as what is done. The end does not justify the means in God's kingdom. Getting results can make leaders look good. God's way magnifies God's name. (p123 Blackaby)

a Dave thought...
I have realised of late how many of my friends who are involved in incarnational ministries across many denominations have done significant study. Many have bachelors of theology, some masters but a few even have Phds on a biblical topic. I have come to the conclusion that the incarnational church (percentage wise) is way more educated than the attractional. Is that because thinking people won't turn up to a show anymore or are they just too educated to sit, listen and enjoy without being disturbed?

Just a thought.