S3 Ep 3: #43 - Mission Impossible? How to Grow Your Church in Today's World
In this episode, Craig Allison and Matt Wallin, deacon at Oak Hill Church of Christ, discuss the dynamics of modern evangelism, Matt's journey through mission work in China, and his extensive background in ministry. They talk about personal experiences with evangelism and the mission field, the importance of intentionality in outreach, and the balance between doctrine and practical application. Matt covers topics such as personal responsibility in evangelism, the potential for growth in the Church, and practical ways to activate mission-focused action in everyday life.
01:07 Fireworks and Funny Stories
02:58 Family Life and Marriage
03:59 Basketball Debate: Jordan vs. LeBron
05:38 Mission Work in China
09:29 Joining House to House, Heart to Heart
13:52 Evangelism and Church Growth
24:13 Unexpected Beginnings in Ministry
24:37 The Power of Personal Evangelism
26:00 Challenges of Modern Evangelism
27:00 A Tale of Two Christian Approaches
29:55 Learning from Experience
32:44 Intentional Evangelism
38:05 The Future of the Church