Be Biblio-Centric

Scripture is at the center of our teaching at Granger, and it also inspires our creative work. We employ a diverse, creative palette in our gatherings because we see Jesus doing the same. He uses familiar images as the context for unexpected stories with provocative turns in order to challenge the status quo, and we’ve seen fruit come from imitating his approach. Video, music, and drama catalyze change when used to echo the prophetic voice that Jesus employed.

A leader’s example doesn’t always inspire change; people often emulate other followers instead (which may explain Paul’s logic in 1 Corinthians 11:1, or Jesus’ strategy when he portrays himself as a follower of the Father in John 5:19). So we frequently use videos highlighting the transformation occurring in the lives of ordinary people.

But the most important thing we do is to remember it takes more than those gatherings to help us grow. Scripture describes a transformation that is holistic; our gatherings are only one part of that equation. Clear biblical teaching is incomplete without experiences that allow us to put it into practice. We promote accessible next steps in our gatherings to connect people to those experiences, believing it’s the best way for us to shepherd believers toward maturity.