The missional church is not a new trend or the latest new technique for reaching postmodern people.
Alan HirschThe fact is that if Jesus's future kingdom is secure, those who trust in its coming will enact it now.
Alan HirschThe safety-obsessed church lacks the inner dynamic to foster profound missional impact in our time.
Alan HirschOur preferences for stability and security blind us to the opportunities for adventure when they present themselves.
Alan HirschIn short, apostolic movement involves a radical community of disciples, centered on the lordship of Jesus, empowered by the Spirit, built squarely on a fivefold ministry, organized around mission where everyone (not just professionals) is considered an empowered agent, and tends to be decentralized in organizational structure.
Alan Hirsch