Use as Directed
“Use as directed” – Three little words found on the label of the bottle containing your doctor’s prescription. If we are wise, we will use the contents of that container “as directed.” Why wouldn’t you do the same with the contents of your church growth consultant’s directive? Especially when your consultant carries the credibility and credentials […]
Kick Start Growth
The majority of churches in North America have been experiencing over a decade of decline or plateau. Often, common sense prevails and church leaders will endeavor to put church growth plans into place that will grow their church on a slow, and yet consistent, basis. The fact is, though, churches rarely grow slowly and consistently. […]
Cleaning Toilets
We went out to connect with retail shops by offering to clean their toilets. We simply walked into these places with our cleaning kits in hand and said, “Hi, we’re here to clean your toilets – for free – to show you a bit of God’s kindness.” Pretty much everyone gave us a funny look. […]
How to Meet Unchurched People
One of the questions I’m asked most often by the folks I’m coaching is this: “Where and how do I connect with unchurched people?” This question is in response to my trying to get pastors to spend more time with unchurched people, especially pastors in churches under 500 in worship. I want to address that […]
When God Moves Into the Neighborhood
Imagine. A church of small groups that meet in homes, based on geography rather than affinity, whose purpose is to not only share life together around the Scriptures but also to transform the neighborhood or section of the city from which the small group is gathered by living out what it means to be a […]
Tips for Making Christmas Eve More Powerful
Christmas and Christmas Eve services are just like any other services in that there are some things you should do and some things you shouldn’t do if you want to connect with the public. Here are a few tips I’ve learned over the years that make Christmas Eve more powerful. When planning the services be […]