Trust me when I say I know church planting is difficult. I’ve started churches in New York City and Boca Raton, FL and have been coaching hundreds of Church Planters since 2004. Starting a new church is both a profound spiritual journey and a challenging entrepreneurial endeavor all at the same time. As a church planter myself and coach to … Read More
Launching Large: FREE Church Planting Resources for You
Trust me when I say I know church planting is difficult. I’ve started churches in New York City and Boca Raton, FL and have been coaching hundreds of Church Planters since 2004. Starting a new church is both a profound spiritual journey and a challenging entrepreneurial endeavor all at the same time. As a church planter myself and coach to … Read More
Our Recent Church Planting Conference (pics)
Church planters from NYC to Nigeria joined our CLI team last week in New York for hands-on training on “launching large.” Our Executive Pastor at The Journey Church, Kerrick Thomas, led this one-day event where we shared the latest, proven strategies on launching and growing an effective church plant. It was a one-of-a-kind event full of practical, “how-to” instruction for … Read More
Remembering Peter Wagner – Part 2 of 2
Yesterday I posted here to let you know that on Friday, Oct 21 at 2:30pm C. Peter Wagner went to be with the Lord. He was 86. In remembrance of him, I’m sharing some thoughts about his impact on my life . . . particularly in the area of church growth. Yesterday, I shared this link to an interview I did … Read More
Peter Wagner on Effective Evangelism (In Remembrance)
“Church planting is the most effective form of evangelism under heaven.” – C.Peter Wagner (August 15, 1930 – October 21, 2016)
McGavran Monday – Self-supporting Ministry
In honor of Dr. Gary McIntosh’s new biography of Donald McGavran, here’s today’s Monday moment: “Rapid discipling of entire tribes should be accompanied by an even more rapid production of an indigenous, self-supporting ministry.” – Donald McGavran Secure your copy of the book at 40% OFF plus insightful bonuses here. (the above quote is from p. 113 of The Bridges … Read More
You might be a church planter if…
Today’s guest post comes to us from Hal Seed, the Founding Pastor of New Song Community Church and church planter. Hal has helped launch a church planting movement that has planted 163,000 churches in the past fifteen years. My favorite comedian these days is Jeff Foxworthy. He’s famous for his long list of “You might be a redneck … ” jokes. … Read More
Characteristics Needed for Church Planting and Revitalization
Today’s guest blog comes to us from Ron Edmonson, church leader, planter, and pastor at Immanuel Baptist Church in Lexington, Kentucky. In addition to his role as pastor, Ron specializes in organizational leadership where he consults with church and ministry leaders. Church planting is a difficult, but rewarding assignment in ministry. So is church revitalization. I’ve been trying to make … Read More
ONLY UNTIL FRIDAY – Get My Ignite Book for Over HALF OFF!
I’ve got some inside info from my publisher for you – today thru this Friday only, you can pick up the Kindle edition of my book, Ignite: How to Spark Immediate Growth in Your Church, for over 50% off! And as a special thank you for picking up the book today, you’ll also receive $183.00 in bonus resources – including a $50 Gift Certificate to use … Read More
Strength in Numbers – What are yours?
When you know in your core that both you and God want your church to grow for His glory, nothing can stop you. However, other forces and growth barriers will do their best to hold you back! Being more aware of the overall health of your church will give you the data you need to reach your maximum full potential. … Read More