The Great Commission and the making of disciples go hand in hand with church planting. As we go into all the world as Jesus commands, and as we make disciples, churches will be needed. We believe God works in every type, style, and flavor of “church.”
When you think about church planting, the first image that probably comes to mind is a high-energy, people-loving extrovert who can work a room like a pro. But what if that’s not you? What if you're an introvert, and the idea of constant social interaction makes you...
There is a lot to consider when it comes to bi-vocational ministry. It would behoove us to count the cost before...
If you have ever started a new church or been part of a church planting team, you know how tough it can be. There are...
Fact: It can be scary attending a church for the first time. The anxiety intensifies if you don't know anyone there....
I have a friend who is on an extended sabbatical. He and his wife decided to travel to the west coast. They attended a...
ANTS!!! It seems that no matter what I do they become more. They are in the kitchen, the bathroom, the dining room,...
It has been over 20 years since I first became a pastor. I've had the privilege of equipping many for the pastorate...
In my last post, we looked at a checklist for a church plant considering the need for sound reinforcement. We also...
Every new business tries to differentiate itself from all others. The same kind of thinking holds true for churches....
I’ve had the privilege of traveling to Japan, Nepal, Myanmar, and China. The purpose of the trips is always the...
There are many reasons we should start a church. There are even more reasons we should plant churches that plant...
In Acts 2, when Peter was inspired to preach mightily by the power of the Holy Spirit, he was evidencing an amazing...
Planning to Reproduce Many churches have mission statements that reflect the Great Commandment and the Great...