Host: TJ Freeman
Summary: In this episode of Rural Church Renewal, TJ Freeman speaks on the unique value and role rural churches play in showcasing God's glory. TJ emphasizes that God is the one who established the church and that it serves a specific purpose in its community, however remote. He uses analogies like soccer positions to explain how each church must understand and take responsibility for its specific area, ensuring that the gospel is shared repeatedly within that region. TJ also discusses the importance of mobilizing church members for outreach, providing practical advice on how congregations can map their areas of accountability and engage effectively in evangelism. He concludes by encouraging church leaders and members to work together to make Christ known and invites listeners to connect through the Brainerd Institute for further support and resources.
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