Using nails, concrete blocks, and a sledge hammer to dramatically illustrate his points, Pastor Jeff Bogue of Grace Church of Greater Akron (OH) (pictured) delivered a stirring challenge to delegates and attenders at the annual Fellowship of Grace Brethren Churches conference meeting this evening in Cincinnati.
Bogue urged churches and pastors, instead of looking for a charismatic or effective young leader to breathe new life into the Fellowship, to return to the scriptural teachings of equipping local churches to “prevail against the gates of hell.” An important Town Hall Meeting at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow (Monday) will engage leaders of the Fellowship in a discussion of future direction and strategic planning for the Fellowship.