For a few years now, I have been saying some things that I did not read or hear from someone else.  I have heard these words in my spirit from which I speak and now write.  Here you go:

"The Next Generation is tired of just reading or hearing about Christianity.  The Next Generation wants to see a real follower of JESUS.  They have an insatiable hunger to see the real deal.  And, when they see a real follower of JESUS, they will be fully committed to following that individual and the impact of their lifestyle." 

Recently, I have begun to see leaders in the Body of Christ  saying something similar.  Here is a link for you to follow what Craig Groeschel (Senior Pastor of LIFEChurch) wrote today about the importance of "Missional Ministry" - http://swerve.lifechurch.tv/2009/02/18/missional-ministry/

I praise God that we are all hearing the same thing from the LORD.  NOW is the time for the "BRIDGE GENERATION" to come alongside of the NEXT GENERATION and mentor radical followers of JESUS.  Yes, the truth of words spoken long ago "Preach the Gospel and if need be; use words."

We don't need more instruction ... WE NEED IMPARTATION.  We need to develop relationships like JESUS did where we walk with others on a daily basis and they learn by the way we live not the words we speak.  This is the reason why ACTS 1:1 says this is a record of everything Jesus did and then taught. 

Here's a question that I am wrestling with its impact: How does the truth of this word impact ministry?  Effective ministry in the 21st Century must take a different form if we are to reach the Next Generation.  How do we develop a model of ministry that will reach those who "must see before they hear and believe?"

Now you know the reason for which I left Pulpit Minsitry over 5 years ago.  God has called me to the front lines to walk alongside of Youth Pastors, Mission Pastors & Senior Pastors to model and mentor others in this thing called being a "Jesus follower".

I praise God for the opportunity to be apart of a body of JESUS followers at Adventures In Missions that understands the truth of this move of God and is committed to serving and showing others JESUS with skin on.