You may have read this Barna study, but I think it is worth looking at again as we try to reverse the tide of the declining effectiveness of our churches on the culture. These six shifts should wake us up and cause us to think, plan, and lead in a…
We’ve all heard the quote, “Everything rises or falls on leadership.” We know that it is the Spirit of the Lord in us that provides the energy and guidance to lead, but the fact is… God is still using people to accomplish His purposes. He uses godly leaders. Churches that…
In my previous blog I listed 10 Growth Principles so let’s examine the last two, number nine and ten. 9. Healthy Churches saturate everything in prayer. They don’t just talk about praying they pray. They believe in the power of prayer to change impossible situations and people. They pray for…
In my previous blog I listed 10 so let’s continue to examine two more with number seven and eight. 7. Healthy Churches keep many hooks in the water. They don’t have just one strategy that reaches people but a number of opportunities. They provide many side doors in order for…
In my previous blog I listed 10 so let’s continue to examine two more with number five and six. 5. Healthy Churches reach more than one or two generations. Many of these churches are reaching four or even five! This means they know how to minister to all ages, in…
In a previous blog, I listed 10 so let’s continue to examine two more with number three and four. 3. Healthy Churches have an effective assimilation process. They not only reach people but they move people to places of service. They do this very quickly and intentionally. It is expected…
In my previous blog, I listed 10 so let’s look at the first two. 1. Healthy Churches preach and share the Gospel in their community. They are driven by the Great Commission and believe in the power of the Gospel to transform lives and communities. They utilize a variety of…
It has been a blessing to serve churches for over 35 years in Kentucky, Tennessee and Virginia. I consider myself a lifelong learner who has not arrived yet, but here are my observations on the major factors of healthy growing churches. We will unpack these further in my next five blogs.…
In a new survey by George Barna, he suggests that a vast majority of believers experience little transformation in their lives and what changes they make tend to be based on generic influences rather any deeper intellectual or spiritual struggle. Despite technological advances that have increased communication, Barna suggests Christian…
A new month, a new year, a new day, a new chance to change your life and grow in Christ! What goals have you made for this year? Luke 2:52 says, “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.” From this simple verse let…
Two encounters are critical. First, the leader encounters God in His Word and is changed. Second, the leader guides the group to have a life-changing encounter.