Church PLANT Manual

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3. Deep sense of personal conviction based on Scripture 4. Personal burden for a particular task or people 5. Confirmation by leaders and the body E. Satanic strategy to abort: Operate on the basis of personality or position rather than on God’s appointed call and ongoing authority F. Key steps: 1. Identify God’s call. 2. Discover your burden. 3. Be confirmed by leadership. G. Results: deep confidence towards God arising from God’s call II. Character A. Definition: reflects the character of Christ in their personal convictions, conduct, and lifestyle B. Key Scriptures to keep in mind: John 15:4-5; 2 Tim. 2:2; 1 Cor. 4:2; Gal. 5:16-23 C. Critical concept: In the humility of Christ – God’s leader demonstrates the mind and lifestyle of Christ in his or her actions and relationships. D. Central elements: 1. Passion for Christlikeness 2. Radical lifestyle for the Kingdom 3. Serious pursuit of holiness