Small Church

Unique Ministry Positioning of a Small Church

The size of the church never limits the scope of God’s power. God does big things in small churches!

The Strengths of Smaller Healthy Churches

Small churches can create a family environment for disconnected people if they lean into the built-in intimacy they already have.

Why More Pastors Are Considering Covocational Ministry

If we want to see a church planting movement in every place and people group, we must engage with covocational leaders.

3 Essentials for Student Discipleship

How do we help our students become more committed disciples of Jesus? Here are three critical components.

4 Keys to Creating an Irresistible Church

"People make up their mind whether or not they will return to a church long before the worship service."

When Church Growth Becomes Dangerous

"Let church growth be the real thing, not something hyped up. Solid growth, not inflated numbers."

7 Signs Your Church Is Going Nowhere Fast

"All churches experience temporary plateaus and flatlines in their growth patterns."

6 Reasons Your Church Members Act Like Jerks

Thom Rainer: "Unfortunately, most church members don't even realize they aren’t friendly to guests."

The 3 Nuts and Bolts of Youth Ministry

"These essentials may look different for each youth ministry, but they should always be practiced in some way, shape or form."

Shaping Your Church’s Core Values

"I have noticed three consistent core value principles in successful churches."

Why the Church Can’t Replace the Family

Connecting Church and Home: How to create a grace-based partnership between the church and family.