Having a Biblical perspective about Ministry Partner Development (MPD) is very important to the MPD process. As a first step in laying a Biblical foundation, watch the following videos: God’s Provision for His Workers, The Three MPD Convictions and An Ethnic Minority Experience.
As you watch the videos, reflect on the questions below, record your thoughts and be prepared to discuss on the first night of your Cru Orientation Weekend.
(Print or save in an accessible way on your personal device and have with you at your Cru Orientation Weekend.)
What are your favorite verses/passages in the Word of God about the Word of God? Share the verses with your table with a brief explanation as to why it's especially meaningful to you.
What was a new thought to you from the Scriptures Jason shared that encourages you to trust God in your MPD? (scriptures are - Levites in Numbers 1 and 18; Jesus' ministry in Luke 8:1-3; the sending of the 12 in Matt. 10:9-11 and the sending of the 72 in Luke 10:1-7; Paul's explanation those who proclaim the gospel getting their living by the gospel in 1 Cor. 9)
What are some obstacles you anticipate in MPD and what Scripture might you meditate upon (or memorize) to help you believe truth and move forward with hope and joy?
People need to give: What does the Bible have to say about why people need to give?
People need to be invited: What is the hardest part of inviting others to partner with you? Why?
People need to be appreciated: In what ways do you feel appreciated by others? How can you turn that around to speak and show gratitude toward others?
Which of these convictions speaks loudest to you as a place to lean into?
What negative convictions might you be holding on to with regards to MPD?
What stood out to you the most from what Jermayne shared?
What questions do you still have about this that you hope to get answered this weekend?
What is God asking of you in response to this video?
What about your culture reflects the beauty of God?