Church Edge

Edge n. 1. A thin, sharpened side, as of the blade of a cutting instrument. 2. The degree of sharpness of a cutting blade. 3. A penetrating, incisive quality. 4. A slight but noticeable sharpness or harshness. 5. The line of intersection of two surfaces. 6. A rim or brink. 7. The point at which something is likely to begin. 8. The area or part away from the middle; an extremity. 9. A dividing line; a border.

Friday, May 25, 2007

Missing Something on the Edge?

Here's today's trivia question for leaders who want to take their church to the edge:

Even after Starbucks had five stores and more than 20 employees, which item was unavailable for purchase at their stores:

Espresso
Hot Coffee
Biscotti
Frappucino® blended beverage

Sorry but that's a trick question. The answer is 'all of the above.'

All they sold was beans... although you could get a free taste of the coffee if you thought to ask politely. It took several years after the company was up and running before they realized it might be a good idea to sell beverages.

No, I’m not suggesting every church needs a café.

I do wonder, could your church be missing opportunities for ministry that are staring you right in the face?