Disruption: Repurposing the Church to Redeem the Community

Well-meaning church leaders and planters often set out to radically transform their communities for Christ-kingdom causes. Their aspirations and visions are limitless. However, often the best-laid plans fail to yield results of any consequence—they become frustrated, and pull the plug leaving behind the remnants of all their best intentions.

Does it have to be this way?

Is it possible for a local church to become so influential in its community that it becomes a life-giving agent for believer...