Church leaders can move the needle and see more people from their congregations serving in the community.
Each community is different; however, each of us is surrounded by needs “someone needs to do something about.” They may be issues related to poverty, orphan care, crisis pregnancy, drug abuse, pollution, education, spiritual darkness—or any number of crises. Those of us who follow Jesus are often sensitive to the pain around us and are compelled to act.
According to a recent Lifeway Research survey, people of all age groups share an overwhelming desire to serve others. This seems to indicate people recognize the needs around them and understand they should do something about it. This is the good news. However, there is also bad news.
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