5 Missteps to Avoid in Church Planting

Even the most well-intentioned church planters can encounter pitfalls along the way. Awareness of potential missteps can pave the way for a more effective ministry. Here are five missteps to avoid in church planting:   1. Not Investing Adequately in Prayer and Spiritual Discernment   Seek Guidance from Above in Every Step The foundation of [...]

By |2024-01-26T08:59:20-05:00February 1st, 2024|Church Plant USA|Comments Off on 5 Missteps to Avoid in Church Planting

“Vision: The Unseen Fuel of Church Planting”

"Where there is no vision, the people perish..." - Proverbs 29:18   As we step into a new era of ministry in 2024, there's a burning question that keeps surfacing in the hearts of those called to plant churches: What does it take to not just start, but to thrive in church planting? It's not [...]

By |2023-12-30T03:21:36-05:00January 1st, 2024|Church Plant USA|Comments Off on “Vision: The Unseen Fuel of Church Planting”

The Church in an Ever-Changing World

As pastors, church leaders, or church planters, it's essential to keep up with the changing times. Our world is evolving rapidly, with technology and global perspectives shaping our experiences. However, amidst these changes, we must remain connected with our communities and maintain unwavering faith.  Here are some thoughts on how churches remain effective and fulfill [...]

By |2023-09-28T23:11:24-04:00October 2nd, 2023|Church Plant USA|Comments Off on The Church in an Ever-Changing World

Building a Strong Leadership Team for a New Church

Starting a new church is a journey filled with challenges and rewards. One of the key challenges is to build a strong leadership team that will support the vision of the church and help it grow. Effective leadership is critical in the early days of a church plant, especially as it establishes its identity and [...]

By |2023-06-30T00:19:23-04:00July 1st, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Building a Strong Leadership Team for a New Church

Developing Leaders: Principles and Practices for the Church

Leadership is crucial in any organization, and a church is no exception. However, developing leaders for ministry within the church can be challenging without the proper principles and practices in place. Whether you are planting a church or part of an existing church, this applies to you.   Effective Leadership Principles To be an effective [...]

By |2023-08-01T10:17:11-04:00May 1st, 2023|Church Plant USA|Comments Off on Developing Leaders: Principles and Practices for the Church

Church Planting with Effective Outreach

Outreach is a critical element in church planting. It's no secret that nearly 9 out of 10 North American churches are declining or growing slower than their communities, primarily because they lack effective outreach programs.  Outreach helps churches reach people in the community that are far from God or anything spiritual for that matter. Outreach [...]

By |2023-02-28T04:02:10-05:00March 1st, 2023|Church Plant USA|Comments Off on Church Planting with Effective Outreach

Planting Churches in a Post-Modern Culture

How do we plant churches in a post-modern culture? This is a question that church leaders across the globe are grappling with. There is no one-size-fits-all answer, but there are some key principles that can help guide us as we seek to reach our communities for Christ. In this blog post, we'll explore some of [...]

By |2023-02-06T03:59:34-05:00February 6th, 2023|Church Plant USA|Comments Off on Planting Churches in a Post-Modern Culture

When Your Church Gets Stuck in Rut

The thought of making a difference stirs you to take action. The excitement of something unique and fresh drives you to step out in faith and plant a church. The first year of the church plant may not have been perfect, but the forward momentum keeps you focused and on track.   Years later, you [...]

By |2022-10-31T02:20:54-04:00October 4th, 2022|Church Plant USA|Comments Off on When Your Church Gets Stuck in Rut

The Four “Must Do’s” of Church Planting. 

While new churches are unique to their local context, there are some key factors that are consistent with all of the church plants. I call these the Four "Must Do's" of church planting.    Here are 4 things you must do as you begin your church planting journey:   1. Be Ready! Spiritual warfare is [...]

By |2022-08-01T12:19:58-04:00August 1st, 2022|Church Plant USA|Comments Off on The Four “Must Do’s” of Church Planting. 

When Jesus Calls

Let’s be real. Whenever I see my wife’s name come up on my cell phone I take the call.  She is not a phone person so when she calls, I pick up no matter what I’m doing. You probably can relate to that scenario.  Why?  Because our spouses matter, big time!   People are called [...]

By |2022-06-30T08:55:29-04:00July 1st, 2022|Church Plant USA|Comments Off on When Jesus Calls