When I first made a decision to go to church, I was an adult. It was all very unfamiliar to me but I vividly remember that experience. For me, it started what has now been a lifetime transformation process. It’s what led me to Christ, what led me to baptism, what led me to grow, what led me to understand … Read More
It’s Today – The BIG Reveal!
Great news – the wait is officially over! I can pull back the curtains and reveal to you what my entire team has been working on these last few weeks – my brand new, 10-years-in-the-making resource that will grow your church faster than ever by helping you keep more first-time guests! I’m excited to share this exclusive with you today. Just … Read More
Why Go to Church?
Today’s guest post comes to us from Scot McKnight, a recognized authority on the New Testament, early Christianity, and the historical Jesus. Scot has also authored more than fifty books and is the Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary in Lombard, IL. Evidently Justin Bieber — somewhere, I don’t know where — said going to church makes a person … Read More
Why you should never use the “V” word
How do you view the new folks who come through your doors each week? If you’ve been referring to them as what I call the “V-word” (aka “visitor”) I strongly suggest you change your language and use the more welcoming word, GUEST. “Visitor” implies an unwelcome drop-in or intrusion. But a first-time GUEST now demands more care and consideration in … Read More
Are you prepared for Mother’s Day first-time guests?
Mother’s Day is THIS Sunday (can you believe it?) and I’m excited for the wave of first-time guests we’ll be seeing here at The Journey. It’s a BIG day for all of us in ministry – and I have two questions for you to consider: 1 – Are you ready to welcome and follow up with each potential new member … Read More
6 Reasons Why People Leave Your Church
WOW – I must not be the only one who has struggled with the pain of people leaving my church . . . The response to my resource “Why People Leave Your Church” has been incredible – but in case you haven’t secured yours yet, and I wanted to give you one last chance. 🙂 Here’s the idea – you and … Read More
The Sunday After Easter – Where Did They Go?
Let’s face it: The Sunday AFTER Easter can be difficult . . . so many people attend church on Easter and then don’t return the following Sunday. People leave church! It’s a reality of ministry. I live with it and so do you. As a pastor like you, I deal with the personal pain of people leaving, the spiritual consequences … Read More
Refresh Your Assimilation – FREE Executive Summary!
As a pastor, nothing is more painful than seeing first-time guests come through your doors – and never returning again. It may seem hopeless – until you understand the mindset of your guests and that there IS a process you can master to close the back door! It’s called Assimilation and, as we enter a busy spring season, NOW is the … Read More
The Art of Hosting Church Gatherings
Nancy Beach, Programming Director of Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago, explains the importance of those who play a hosting role in church service. It’s all part of delivering an exceptional welcome experience. Whether you watch Matt and Savannah and Al in the mornings…or some other morning show crew, you may feel as I do – that these hosts become … Read More
New Year’s Half Off Sale – Ends Friday!
As we wrap up this year today, I want you to kick-start 2015 with maximum energy and impact! My first resolution is to help you do exactly that by equipping you with the resources you need – so I’m giving you dozens of my most powerful training resources for up to 50% off in the BIG NEW YEAR’S HALF OFF SALE! There are over … Read More