Almost every church will see seasons of growth and decline.
But how do you get a church that seems to be coming to a stop to regain some forward momentum?
Here are a few points I have found helpful…
1 See clearly
You must see all the components that cause or have contributed to the slow down. This process of perception is vital. It will take some time, but you have to ask and record the answers to some hard questions.
Good stuff Artie-when I do consulting this is spot on what I try to do. Before we begin your 1st phase, we always use a blank board to clearly define some things before we dig into the trends.
1. What is God’s win for His church?
2. What is your personal win for this church?
3. What’s the perception of your church in the community?
4. What church IS growing that you are aware of around you?
5. Why do YOU think your momentum has stopped?
From there we look at trends, tools, targets, and a plan for initiating & sustaining momentum.
Does “Gibbs slapping” people work? đŸ™‚ Good list Artie.
Good stuff Artie-when I do consulting this is spot on what I try to do. Before we begin your 1st phase, we always use a blank board to clearly define some things before we dig into the trends.
1. What is God’s win for His church?
2. What is your personal win for this church?
3. What’s the perception of your church in the community?
4. What church IS growing that you are aware of around you?
5. Why do YOU think your momentum has stopped?
From there we look at trends, tools, targets, and a plan for initiating & sustaining momentum.
Thanks for this!!