Technology and the Mission of the Church
On Christianity Today's website, Ed Stetzer wrote a wonderful article entitled "3 Ways Technology Enables the Mission of the Church." He argues that, while technology certainly has unintended negative side effects, Christians must use it in ways to spread the gospel and fulfill the mission of the church. As the title of the article suggests, there are three manners in which the church can use technology to its advantage.
First, technology enables communication. In a world that is characterized by busyness, it is difficult to have face-to-face conversations. Social media, such as twitter and facebook, permits churches to communicate effectively without the pastor visiting every household to inform them of a change in the schedule.
Second, technology allows for community. While weekly physical gatherings are preferred to virtual meetings, group discussions through the means of technology enable people to achieve a sense of community without proximity. This perspective will become increasingly more popular, as younger generations, who are more accepting of these methods, will assume leadership roles.
Finally, technology empowers discipleship. The Bible commands Christians to make disciples of all people. Once a person receives the gift of salvation, the church must begin the process of nurturing them in the faith. Web sites that include relevant topics dealing with important matters of Christianity can be accessed from anywhere and will strengthen the faith of immature believers, as they daily grow in the grace of God.
First, technology enables communication. In a world that is characterized by busyness, it is difficult to have face-to-face conversations. Social media, such as twitter and facebook, permits churches to communicate effectively without the pastor visiting every household to inform them of a change in the schedule.
Second, technology allows for community. While weekly physical gatherings are preferred to virtual meetings, group discussions through the means of technology enable people to achieve a sense of community without proximity. This perspective will become increasingly more popular, as younger generations, who are more accepting of these methods, will assume leadership roles.
Finally, technology empowers discipleship. The Bible commands Christians to make disciples of all people. Once a person receives the gift of salvation, the church must begin the process of nurturing them in the faith. Web sites that include relevant topics dealing with important matters of Christianity can be accessed from anywhere and will strengthen the faith of immature believers, as they daily grow in the grace of God.
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