Church Quote by Albert Kang
“Even though we say Church Growth, we are actually saying, Making Disciples of Christ. Having a large church with only a few true disciples of Christ is like a 350 lbs man - big but mostly fat.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Church Growth Conference, 2018
A large church with few true disciples is like a heavy, mostly empty body—size without substance.
In simple terms: Size without genuine discipleship is hollow.
Key Takeaway
Focus on deep discipleship over numbers.
Themes
religion
growth
authenticity
community
Mood
concerned
hopeful
serious
Type
advisory
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church leadership meetings
- membership drives
- small group ministries
Key Concepts
theology
church health
spiritual formation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can churches measure true spiritual growth?
- What practices foster authentic discipleship?
A Different Perspective
Emphasizing numbers can still be tempting.
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