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John Burke
The church should be a place where you can ask questions, seek answers, and grow in your relationship with Christ. It is not a place for perfect people. As a pastor or leader, how are you to treat those who are struggling with sins or doubts? What does a grace-filled church that welcomes in "lost people" look like? Pastor John Burke explains that no matter what your past (or present) may be, the church should be a inviting place of grace.
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I think this posting provides a very refreshing perspective on how a church should look at its newcomers. We should always be welcoming of them, regardless of how we assume their lifestyle is. We have to remind ourselves that we were once to in their shoes and shouldn’t expect “perfect” people to enter everday. We too have flaws and I think this posting serves as a very good self-check for all churches out there.
Comment by Melissa - Jun 07, 2010 @ 05:03 PM
John Burke is one of my favorite authors. His book “No Perfect People Allowed” really challenged me as a pastor to create a welcoming atmosphere where the un-churched can come into a place and not feel judged buy loved. And that mindset should pour out into our congregations so that they take it with them wherever they go.
Comment by James - Jun 11, 2010 @ 08:23 AM
I normally don’t take or have time to listen to very long talks but this one was worth it! Like James above me, John’s “NPPA” book transformed the way I looked at people and wanted “to do” church. Changed lives is the best testimony of what God is doing. This is a great example! Thanks.
Comment by Bill Grandi (cycleguy) - Jul 15, 2010 @ 05:49 AM