tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7235948486010322074.post5414919854286257275..comments2023-09-18T05:20:31.904-04:00Comments on Dan White Jr.: The Numbers LeashDan White Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/17023754484637458143noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7235948486010322074.post-61690926340822289862014-12-19T11:52:47.847-05:002014-12-19T11:52:47.847-05:00It seems to me, this metaphor will help us direct ...It seems to me, this metaphor will help us direct activities and our focus in such a way that we measure the things we can truly influence. When we garden, we can influence the soil, the seeds, the watering patterns, the fertilization, and even cultivation. What we cannot influence are how fruitful a particular plant or garden is. We can create an environment for fruitfulness, but ultimately, that is outside our direct influence.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7235948486010322074.post-27789066231594282772014-05-02T15:34:29.233-04:002014-05-02T15:34:29.233-04:00So glad it was helpful. Blessings on your work in ...So glad it was helpful. Blessings on your work in the city.Dan White Jr.https://www.blogger.com/profile/17023754484637458143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7235948486010322074.post-6454738122590473772014-04-28T12:26:33.119-04:002014-04-28T12:26:33.119-04:00This blog is right on time! I was asking the Lord ...This blog is right on time! I was asking the Lord for a response to those who ask, "So, how many members do you have?". Now I have a scriptural and missional response. Our 9 year old church plant in a major urban city is growing, internally first as we become better disciples, and now we are seeking to grow externally by becoming disciple makers. thank you for your insight!P. Butlerhttp://www.yahoo.comnoreply@blogger.com