Scrappy Church

Scrappy Church
God’s Not Done Yet
(B&H, 2018)

WHO: Thom Rainer, president and CEO of LifeWay Christian Resources.

HE SAYS: “It is time for scrappy churches to rise up and become a mighty movement in this land for this season.”

THE BIG IDEA: Many churches are doing incredibly well despite the human odds that seem to be stacked against them. Here are their characteristics and stories.

THE PROGRESSION:
In this quick read, Thom begins by introducing the concept of a “scrappy church” by laying out why we should choose to have hope for churches today. He then transitions to discussing the steps churches need to take to move forward stronger and turnaround, and describes the characteristics of a scrappy church.
He next looks at the importance of being a welcoming church that retains people—and how scrappy churches do that.
Finally, he looks at what the church of the future should be like.

“It is time to stop blaming others; the community, other churches, the denomination, and the culture. Scrappy churches know God is greater than any obstacles or circumstances they would ever encounter.”

Order this book from Amazon.com »
Read an excerpt from this book »

Thom Rainer
Thom Rainerhttp://ThomRainer.com

Thom S. Rainer serves as president and CEO of Church Answers and executive director of Revitalize Network. He served for 12 years as dean at Southern Seminary and for 13 years as the president and CEO of LifeWay Christian Resources. Also a respected researcher and former pastor, he has written more than 25 books, including many best sellers, such as I Am a Church Member. Rainer and his wife, Nellie Jo, have three grown sons, several grandchildren and live in Nashville, Tennessee.

Back to School: Why Theological Education Matters to the Church

Evangelism is the church’s speech to the outside world, but worship is where it learns its grammar.

Andy Cook: A Renewed Vision

Evangelism is not just another leadership skill—it’s foundational to leading a local church.

Learn to Linger in Grief

Imagine a church where grief isn’t ignored, but it also isn’t hopeless. Where lament isn’t a sign of weak faith, but an act of worship.