“It was by faith that Abraham obeyed when God called home to leave home and go to another land that God would give him as his inheritance” (Heb. 11:8). The call to a specific place can come as part of your original calling, or later. Generally, there is a clear correlation between who you are and the place God calls … Read More
The Church Planter’s Call to Understand His Spouse’s Call
“This explains why a man leaves his father and mother and is joined to his wife, and the two are united into one. Since they are no longer two but one” (Mark 10:7-8). If you are married, God will not call you without confirming the call in your spouse. Go slowly in this area and communicate clearly with your spouse … Read More
How to Know Your Calling As A Church Planter
If you have been called to start a church, not only will the calling be undeniable, but you will also be able to trust that God will equip and empower you to do the work that He sets before you. When He is the one who has chosen you, it is because He knows that you can fulfill the … Read More
The #1 Mistake Church Planters Make When Launching a New Church
Did you know– The majority of church starts fail within the first year. Why? Because the majority of church planters start churches without a clear calling from God. In order to plant a healthy church, you have to know that you are undeniably called by God. Period. So do you know for sure that God has called you to start a new Church? … Read More
Attracting a Crowd to Monthly Services – Part 4
Attracting a Crowd To Monthly Services- Part 4 (Click here for Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3) “Knocking On Heaven’s Door” by Andy Wood, Guest Blogger It’s possible to make all of right strategic moves and not have the kind of launch for your church that God desires. We’ve got to remind ourselves constantly that kingdom leadership is a … Read More
Attracting a Crowd to Monthly Services – Part 3
Attracting a Crowd To Monthly Services- Part 3 (Click here for Part 1, Part 2 and Part 4) “Paint The Town” by Andy Wood, Guest Blogger When starting your Monthly Services, it should be your goal that everyone in the immediate area knows about your church and has the opportunity to respond. Don’t be the biggest secret in town! So … Read More