# Top 10 Things I Would Do Different If I Had To Go Back to Traditional Church ![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GZowSwTYTpk/maxresdefault.jpg) ## Intro [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=0s) - The majority of viewers are affiliated with traditional churches. [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=0s) - A hypothetical scenario is presented: returning to a traditional church environment after four years of home church experience. [(00:00:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=4s) - A list of 10 points detailing potential changes in approach or mindset within a traditional church setting will be discussed. [(00:00:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=10s) ## God Stories/Testimonies [(00:00:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=13s) - Sharing testimonies of answered prayers and acknowledging God's involvement in those situations is important. [(00:00:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=32s) - Sharing these stories helps connect the dots between prayer and results, demonstrating God's power and faithfulness to both adults and children. [(00:01:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=61s) - Dedicating more time in gatherings to sharing these stories would emphasize the importance of prayer and God's active role in people's lives. [(00:01:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=74s) ## Debrief [(00:01:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=77s) - Churches should focus on debriefing after events like serving opportunities or even after Sunday services. [(00:01:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=79s) - Debriefing should involve discussing what was observed, how things went, and what [[God]] was doing behind the scenes, similar to how [[Jesus]] debriefed his disciples. [(00:01:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=86s) - The emphasis during debriefing should not be solely on improving performance but on recognizing God's presence and activity in the events. [(00:02:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=125s) ## More Flexibility [(00:02:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=138s) - Gatherings should allow for flexibility to respond to the needs of the congregation, such as stopping to pray for someone experiencing a health issue. [(00:02:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=139s) - There should be a way for members to communicate needs during the service, like through a designated email address or text number, so the congregation can pray together. [(00:03:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=198s) - Following up on prayer requests the following week demonstrates the power of prayer and models attentiveness and care for the congregation. [(00:03:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=210s) ## Teaching Toward Obedient Faith [(00:03:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=237s) - Traditional teaching methods often focus on disseminating information rather than encouraging practical application and obedience to Jesus' teachings. [(00:04:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=244s) - The emphasis should shift from mere information absorption to actively making commitments and taking action based on the teachings, fostering a culture of obedience as a natural response to God's word. [(00:04:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=267s) - Instead of solely listening to sermons, individuals should be encouraged to make and act upon commitments for practical application of the teachings in their lives, moving beyond passive listening to active obedience. [(00:05:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=319s) ## More Relational/Familial [(00:05:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=333s) - It is acknowledged that churches are often treated like places of employment with formal boundaries, but there is a desire to foster a stronger sense of family and interconnectedness within these communities. [(00:05:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=333s) - There is a recognized need to approach interactions with more compassion and love, moving away from the strictly professional demeanor often adopted in church settings. [(00:05:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=351s) - A personal shortcoming is identified in the lack of relational depth in past interactions, particularly with church elders and fellow members. [(00:06:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=363s) ## More Joy [(00:06:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=372s) - Ministry can be draining and not life-giving. [(00:06:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=375s) - There should be more of a focus on joy and having abundant joy and energy. [(00:06:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=381s) - It can be hard to have joy in ministry, especially [[COVID-19 | post-Covid]], but finding ways to relax and breathe are important. [(00:06:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=388s) ## More Training, Less Information [(00:06:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=396s) - Churches should focus on training practical skills that can be used in daily life to benefit the community and spread their message, rather than solely providing information. [(00:06:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=407s) - This approach is challenging because it requires time, resources, and curriculum development, which can be demanding for church leaders. [(00:07:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=422s) - A learning platform has been created to address this need by providing pre-packaged skill training resources, eliminating the burden of development for individual churches. [(00:07:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=441s) ## Fewer ministries, done well [(00:07:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=447s) - Churches, especially small ones, often create new ministries or delegate tasks to deacons in response to identified problems. [(00:07:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=452s) - Instead of taking on every responsibility, churches should consider declining certain tasks that fall outside their purview. [(00:07:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=463s) - Saying no to some initiatives allows churches to focus on a few core ministries and excel in those areas. [(00:07:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=477s) ## Out in the Community [(00:08:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=486s) - People should engage in spiritual activities within their community, beyond organized charity work. [(00:08:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=487s) - This [[Community engagement | community engagement]] should involve prayer walking, conversations, sharing testimonies, and spreading the gospel. [(00:08:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=505s) - Training individuals on prayer walking is crucial for effective community engagement. [(00:08:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=512s) ## Repent of Control Issues [(00:08:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=525s) - A call is made for individuals and leadership to repent for attempting to control situations, stating that true authority lies with [[God]], [[Jesus]], and the [[Holy Spirit | Holy Spirit.]] [(00:08:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=527s) - It is stated that people are merely servants and should not be ruled by a desire for control or allow it to become an idol. [(00:08:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=536s) - A suggestion is made to relinquish any personal desire for control and instead submit to the guidance of Jesus and the Holy Spirit. [(00:09:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=545s) ## Conclusion [(00:09:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=551s) - The speaker believes the points discussed could be beneficial for existing congregations. [(00:09:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=572s) - The speaker encourages viewers to like the video, subscribe to the channel, and share their thoughts in the comments. [(00:09:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=576s) - The speaker expresses gratitude to the viewers and mentions the channel is close to reaching 10,000 subscribers. [(00:09:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZowSwTYTpk&t=582s)