Tag: church growth

9 Hopeful Signs About the Church’s Future

"I do see the very real possibility that this negative trend will bottom out and begin to move upward."

4 Pet Peeves of a Church Secret Shopper

"As someone who visits lots of churches for the first time, I have some pet peeves to share that I hope will help your church."

20 Steps to Awaken a Sleeping Church

"God bless all pastors who have a heart for him and are not satisfied with 'good enough' or the status quo."

7 Steps to Reviving a Small-Town Church

"Preach the gospel. Build the church. There is strength and influence in numbers."

Preaching to the Unchurched: 5 Essentials

Rick Warren: "In terms of seeing radical life changes in individuals, nothing can take the place of Spirit-anointed preaching."

Does Your Church Suffer From ‘Close to the Pastor’ Syndrome?

"A wonky dynamic in which long-time members feel they need open, unfettered access to their pastor at all times."

Breaking Church-Growth Barriers: Build a Bigger Leadership Table

Ed Stetzer: “Our goals must reflect a community of making disciples and exerting cultural influence.”

9 Changes Dying Churches Must Make Immediately

"Around 200 churches will close this week, maybe more. The pace will accelerate unless we make some dramatic changes."