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What is a Purpose Driven Church

What is a Purpose Driven Church?

A Purpose Driven Church is a church that is focused on fulfilling the five biblical purposes of worship, fellowship, discipleship, ministry, and evangelism. This concept was developed by Rick Warren, the founding pastor of Saddleback Church in California, and is outlined in his book “The Purpose Driven Church”.

The 5 Biblical Purposes:

  1. Worship: Loving God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength.
  2. Fellowship: Loving and caring for one another as a community of believers.
  3. Discipleship: Helping people grow in their faith and become more like Jesus.
  4. Ministry: Serving others and meeting their needs in the name of Jesus.
  5. Evangelism: Sharing the Good News of Jesus with those who do not know Him.

Key Principles:

  1. Purpose-driven: Everything the church does is focused on fulfilling one or more of the five biblical purposes.
  2. People-driven: The church is focused on helping people, not just programs or buildings.
  3. Community-driven: The church is a community of believers who care for and support
  4. Ministry: Serving others and meeting their needs in the name of Jesus.
  5. Evangelism: Sharing the Good News of Jesus with those who do not know Him.

Key Principles:

  1. Purpose-driven: Everything the church does is focused on fulfilling one or more of the five biblical purposes.
  2. People-driven: The church is focused on helping people, not just programs or buildings.
  3. Community-driven: The church is a community of believers who care for and support one another.
  4. Servant-driven: The church is focused on serving others, not just itself.

Benefits:

  1. Clarity: A clear sense of purpose and direction for the church.
  2. Focus: A focus on the things that are most important to God.
  3. Growth: A church that is growing in numbers, but also in spiritual maturity.
  4. Impact: A church that is making a positive impact in the community and beyond.

Pastor Rick Warren’s Purpose Driven Church concept has been widely adopted by churches around the world and has helped many churches to clarify their purpose and focus on the things that are most important to God.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use the PEACE Plan as a model to provide solutions for community social ills:

Step 1: Identify the Social Ills

  • Conduct a thorough assessment of the community to identify the social ills that need to be addressed, such as poverty, lack of education, healthcare, and social injustice.
  • Gather data and statistics to understand the scope and impact of the social ills.

Step 2: Promote Reconciliation (P)

  • Develop a plan to promote reconciliation and healing in the community, particularly among those who have been affected by the social ills.
  • Organize community events, workshops, and training sessions to promote forgiveness, understanding, and empathy.
  • Encourage community members to take ownership of the reconciliation process and to work together to build a more harmonious community.

Step 3: Equip Servant Leaders (E)

  • Identify and equip servant leaders in the community who can help to address the social ills.
  • Provide training and resources to help these leaders develop the skills and knowledge they need to effectively address the social ills.
  • Encourage these leaders to work together to develop and implement solutions to the social ills.

Step 4: Assist the Poor (A)

  • Develop a plan to assist the poor and vulnerable members of the community, including those who are affected by poverty, lack of education, and healthcare.
  • Provide resources and support to help these individuals access basic necessities such as food, shelter, and healthcare.
  • Encourage community members to volunteer their time and resources to help those in need.

Step 5: Care for the Sick (C)

  • Develop a plan to care for the sick and vulnerable members of the community, including those who are affected by healthcare issues.
  • Provide resources and support to help these individuals access medical care and other health services.
  • Encourage community members to volunteer their time and resources to help those in need.

Step 6: Educate the Next Generation (E)

  • Develop a plan to educate the next generation of community members, including children and youth.
  • Provide resources and support to help these individuals access quality education and develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed.
  • Encourage community members to volunteer their time and resources to help mentor and support the next generation.

Step 7: Implement and Evaluate

  • Implement the PEACE Plan in the community, using the steps outlined above.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of the plan and make adjustments as needed.
  • Continuously monitor and assess the impact of the plan on the community and make changes to ensure that it is meeting the needs of the community.

By using the PEACE Plan as a model, communities can develop effective solutions to address social ills and promote reconciliation, servant leadership, and care for the poor, sick, and next generation.

Here are some examples of how the PEACE Plan can be applied to address specific community social ills:

Poverty: Provide job training and placement services, microfinance programs, and access to basic necessities such as food and shelter.

Lack of Education: Provide access to quality education, literacy programs, and vocational training.

Healthcare: Provide access to medical care, health education, and wellness programs.

Social Injustice: Provide advocacy and support services for marginalized communities, and work to address systemic issues such as racism and discrimination.

By working together and using the PEACE Plan as a model, communities can create a more just and equitable society for all.