Recalibration 1 Engaging in Mission through an Acts 1:8 Vision

Acts 1:8 Vision A Framework for Pursuing a Vision God’s Desire, Command, and Promise What Leaders Must Ask and Believe Conceptualizing the Planning Process What to Remember About Implementation

God’s Desire Revelation 7:9-10 (TNIV) “And there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and in front of the Lamb.”

God’s Command Matthew 28:18-20 (TNIV) “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teach them to obey everything I have commanded you. And Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

God’s Promise Acts 1:8 (TNIV) “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”

Acts 1:8 Vision Fundamental Truths God has a vision for each ministry context that is aligned with his desire, command, and promise. Within every human being is the longing to believe, belong, and to become.

Acts 1:8 Vision What Leaders Must Ask? What is God inviting us to? What does taking something to the next level look like?

Acts 1:8 Vision What Leaders Must Believe What we seek is not our past, but our future. The belonging we seek is not behind us, it is ahead of us.

Acts 1:8 Vision Where Do We Begin? What are the strengths of your church? What are the weaknesses of your church? What are the opportunities for your church? What are the trade-offs for your church?

Acts 1:8 Vision Choosing Between Trade-Offs “What is the wise thing to do in light of our past experiences, present circumstances, and future hopes and dreams.” - Andy Stanley

Acts 1:8 Vision How to Conceptualize Planning? B A

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Acts 1:8 Vision What to Remember About Implementation? The pursuit of a vision always requires change and growth. The implementation steps will require modification as you pursue a vision.

Acts 1:8 Vision What to Remember About Implementation? Ownership of a decision is more important than consensus The vision will not be realized until you have survived the sabotage of change.

Acts 1:8 Vision Reflect Upon Your Local Church What are the strengths of your church? What are the weaknesses of your church? What are the opportunities for your church? What are the trade-offs for your church?