Divine Merger: What Happens When Jesus Collides with Your Community

What would happen if your community had a head-on collision with Jesus? Pastor and community leader Mark Strong says, "You would have exactly what God wants: a divine merger!" He continues: "A divine merger is when the church intentionally integrates with its community. . . . The result is a kingdom transformation." This book is designed to give you the vision and tools you need to fulfill your own God-given mission in your community and church. Ranging from single-person sponsored ministries to church-wide and even multi-church regional ministries, these pages are packed full of ideas. The practical wisdom here will help any follower of Christ, pastor or church leader engage their community. Each chapter concludes with questions for reflection appropriate for either individuals or groups. Are you ready to plan your divine merger?

Mark E. Strong is senior pastor of LifeChange Christian Church, a diverse congregation located in the heart of inner-city Portland. He holds a doctor of ministry degree in leadership and spirituality from George Fox Seminary, where he currently serves on the board. He is married to Marla and they have four children.