Need for Evangelism in the LCMS with Rev. Dr. Adam Koontz

Welcome to an enlightening chat with Reverend Dr. Adam Koontz, from Trinity Lutheran Church, Denver, Colorado! We glean from his deep well of wisdom, exploring his passion for church planting in the United States, and his tireless work to equip the priesthood of all believers through leadership development. Strap in to uncover the challenges facing the church, and the unique opportunities for evangelism that have arisen in the wake of these circumstances.As we navigate the conversation, we tap into the urgency of reaching people with the gospel. Adam offers a fresh perspective on the importance of church planting and evangelism within the LCMS. We uncover a disturbing trend - the seemingly lower view of evangelism amongst pastors compared to laypeople. We dissect this issue, attributing it to cultural mindsets and a potentially misplaced focus on stability over growth. But hold on, the conversation takes an exciting turn as we delve into the teachings of Paul and their relevance in today's church, as well as the intriguing theological implications of passive faith.We also take a step back to consider the impact of COVID on the church and the complex issue of online communion, prompting a deeper reflection on the significance of in-person gatherings and the sacraments. As we traverse this dialogue, we touch on a sensitive topic - trust within the LCMS and the historical wounds that still sting today. As we bring the discussion to a close, we emphasize our shared love for the LCMS and our collective hope for its future. So, don't miss out on this dynamic discussion teeming with wisdom, history, and a fresh perspective on the challenges of the church today. Tune in!Support the show⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️Care about the future of the LCMS?Join the LCMS Current! (LCMS Current Events Newsletter)https://www.uniteleadership.org/thelcmscurrent⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️To learn more, visit uniteleadership.org