Even the business sessions demonstrate the representative structure of the Church organization, the opportunity to debate and to arrive at consensus, to reveal a Biblical model for behavior and practice. At the heart of the reason for Session 2000 is the desire to know the will of the Lord so that the Church can progress into the future with enthusiasm and effectiveness. It provides the opportunity to confer together, to develop unity and fellowship, to keep the body of Christ on track. While the 2,000 delegates may seem a large number to some, we need the counsel of all parts of the world to maintain a relevant witness. We need to learn from each other, to be informed.
Session provides just that kind of opportunity for information exchange and personal interaction.
Back in 1863, the first General Conference Session organized the Church, elected officers, adopted a constitution. Doesn't sound much. But it gave focus and direction for the Church that has now arrived at its fifty-seventh Session. Most of all it inspired the few believers to work together, to operate efficiently, to focus on the important matters facing the Church. Session 2000 needs to have the same focus and vision.