Bible Quote by Jim Cymbala
““Instead of trying to bring men and women to Christ in the biblical way, we are consumed with the unbiblical concept of “church growth.” The Bible does not say we should aim at numbers but rather urges us faithfully to proclaim God’s message in the boldness of the Holy Spirit. This will build God’s church God’s way.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: 'Church Growth' series, 2005
True growth comes from faithful proclamation, not numerical targets.
In simple terms: Focus on message, not numbers.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize authentic outreach.
Themes
faith
mission
authenticity
Mood
encouraging
serious
Type
religious
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church planting
- community outreach
- personal testimony
Key Concepts
spiritual boldness
evangelism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can churches measure impact beyond attendance?
- What does boldness look like today?
A Different Perspective
Numbers can still matter for resources.
