Sacred Roots Thriving In Ministry - Apprenticed by the Early Church

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C. Unspoken pathways : Neglect of specific ways movement folk can engage and represent the movement, whatever the level

D. Phony channels of opportunity : tolerating unhealthy folk or promoting folk with unproven track records among us

E. No recognition or promotion : failing to reward loyalty and service

VI. The Practice of Apprenticeships: Take-aways for a NewVision

Hebrews 13.7-8 (ESV) – Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith. 8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.

A. Clarify your movement play-book: Who, what, why, how . . .

B. Make the invitation: boldly, clearly, and often.

C. Ask God for insight into your choice of the next generation of leaders.

D. Offer specific roles, assignments for the most loyal “first followers.”

E. Develop a workable, modest apprenticeship program, focused on investment.

F. Provide both oversight, provision, and answerability throughout the entire period.

G. Certify your apprentices: Be ready to delegate the assignments and authority once the program is successfully completed.