Extension
Finally, Jesus calls us to reach out to others compassionately and courageously. We can do this because Jesus promised us, "And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age." Not only are all believers called to ministry in the local church but they are also empowered for a mission in their world. We call this stage "Extension," where all of us reach out to invite someone else to this new life, just as we were invited!
These four stages naturally flow and build upon each other, - Evangelism, Equipping, Empowering, and Etension. These stages mark the process of spiritual growth for every Christian from (1) salvation to (2) disciple to (3) fruitful, mature leader who goes out to reach others for Christ. This is God's Master Plan. By the way, there is no "Plan B."
These four stages, inspired by the Great Commission, are the foundation for our mission statement:
The purpose of Calgary Life Centre is to present the Gospel of Jesus Christ in such a way that it turns people into believers (Evangelism), and believers into disciples (Equipping), and disciples into fruitful, mature servant-leaders (Empowering), who will in turn impact their world to reach others for Christ (Extension).