Leading a church or ministry is a tough assignment. It is even tougher if the leader does not have a compelling vision. Compelling, according to Dictionary.com is “to force or drive, especially to a course of action; to have a powerful and irresistible effect, influence, etc.” The vision of a leader must irresistibly force others to follow. How does a leader gain such a compelling vision? I offer ten suggestions: Read More
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Nehemiah led the people of God to rebuild the devastated walls of Jerusalem in just 52 days in spite of opposition, ridicule and internal conflict. Nehemiah applied a principle in his life that is sometimes overlooked in our analysis of his leadership principles. What made him so effective and what can we learn from his response to the trouble that had overtaken the survivors of the exile? Read More
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How would we define church planting? The best definition I know of which describes church planting is the word “missions.” Church planters are missionaries. If church planting isn’t about missions it’s only about rearranging Christians. You can start a new church using attractive programs, dynamic worship, and fancy PowerPoint displays, but if all you’re doing is drawing other Christians from other churches That’s not missions. We call that “sheep-stealing,” or “swapping chairs on the Titanic.” Church planting is about missions, reaching out to the unchurched. Read More
Category: Church Planting
Jonathan Herron, lead pastor of Catalyst Church in Kent, Ohio shared with Acts 29 his process of planting Catalyst and their plans for the future. Read More
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Tim Keller, lead pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Manhattan, NY offers church planters insights to help clarify the purposes of the church based on the example of the early church in Acts 2:42-47. Read More
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The most important factor in determining an effective gospel-centered church plant is the lead pastor. Cool bands, hip buildings and powerful children’s ministries may contribute but do not make the biggest difference. It is the clear visionary guidance of the lead planter. Below are ten characteristics of a "wise church-planter." Read More
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Prayer and worship can feel like a waste of time when items of business are pressing. Making worship a priority in your schedule will not only ensure there is time for worship; it will also begin to transform you as you guard your time with the Lord. If your own personal worship lacks depth and significance in your life, you will be unable to lead others into the presence of God. Read More
Category: Leadership