About Quote by John Ortberg
“Far more books get written about how to get more people in your church than how to get the people already in your church to have more humility and sincere love.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Church leadership workshop, 2015
He notes that more effort is spent on attracting newcomers than nurturing existing members’ humility and love.
In simple terms: Churches focus on growth over depth.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility and love within the community.
Themes
faith
leadership
community
growth
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- small group studies
- leadership training
- pastoral care
Key Concepts
humility
sincere love
member development
Questions to Reflect On
- How can churches balance outreach with internal discipleship?
- What practices foster genuine love among members?
A Different Perspective
Changing focus may be challenging for established programs.
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