If someone goes through the trouble of putting on their pants on...

If someone goes through the trouble of putting on their pants, getting in a car and going to a church service, they probably don't want to be anonymous. So says Bill Hybels. I think he's right. He adds that if all a person wants is information and they crave anonymity, they go to the internet these days. Yeah, there are some exceptions to this, but the first-time guest sitting next to you during a service usually wants a little human connection. It's hard to be anonymous in our worship center anyway, so the exception is unlikely to stick to around. If you ever think maybe we're too friendly with our guests as a church, relax. The greater risk is to come across as cold to someone looking for connection.

So go for connection. Every week. Don' t let anyone fall through the cracks.

Monday Memo

Here are the comments and questions from the Communication Cards from last weekend's service: // The message today was very powerful. You could see his passion throughout his sermon. I’d like to hear him preach more often.

// Great message Vince. Thank you for the challenge.

// Great worship music! Nathan did awesome!

// The young musicians in our church totally rock. Great message as always, Vince. I’ll pray for your ministry. Want to know more.

// An affirming message for me – gave me encouragement that I am in the place God wants me in. I’ve been feeling so tired and ineffective, yet I do count. Gave a focus of hope for Christ-followers.

// Thanks Vince. Powerful message – for women too!

// Love the new set! [I can't wait to see it myself.]

// Opening songs hard to follow/sing. Response set was great!

// Thank you for the incredible message today. So grateful for Vince’s surrendered heart and life.

// Who was the speaker today? [Vince Miller]