CHURCH LEADER INSIGHTS - January 2007
ByNelson Searcy and Roy Mansfield
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Church Health, Church Growth and Church Planting
** EVANGELISM / CHURCH GROWTH **
AMERICA'S MOST INNOVATIVE CHURCHES
As we looked at today's churches and the diverse ways they're creatively reaching their communities, we found congregations that aren't afraid to barbecue a few sacred cows or buck the status quo to ensure that people around them are hearing--and understanding--the Gospel's significance in their lives.
- Available at Outreach.com
STEWARDSHIP AS OUTREACH
In the midst of this financial chaos the church has a tremendous opportunity. What could be more relevant to people than a source of very low cost, unbiased information and counsel that teaches and trains them in wise financial management? And what better opportunity for an open door into discussion of deeper matters of life and faith?
- Available at WillowCreek.com
** For more on Stewardship, see our best-selling resource
The Stewardship Seminar **
FINDING OPEN DOORS
I've found that with many people subtle hints often lead to evangelistic conversations sooner than just "living the life" and building a relationship. The hints can come in several categories: probing, subtle and straightforward. These hints may enable a Christian to speak the truth in a casual conversation without putting anyone down or risking a hard confrontation. It helps one "feel out" a listener without lowering the boom in a way that could hurt the relationship.
- Available at OnMission.com
** NEW AUDIO TRAINING PODCAST **
In part 2 of this Church Planting podcast, Nelson Searcy and Kerrick Thomas walk you through the top 3 principles of Launch as presented in the upcoming Launch Conference and their new book "Launch: Starting A New Church From Scratch" This podcast is perfect for new church planters and pastors considering church planting. Listen Here
** CHURCH PLANTING **
LAUNCHING LARGE: THE NEW PARADIGM FOR CHURCH PLANTING
Launching large is the ability of a new church to reach as many people as possible within the first six to eight months of existence. It's an issue of discovering and fulfilling potential. God's dream for your church is bigger than your dream. Launching large is about cooperating with God to see his vision accomplished in an area. Don't underestimate that vision, or your ability to tap into it.
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** LEADERSHIP **
TOP 10 BOOKS OF 2006 FOR CHURCH LEADER
2006 was a great year with regard to incredible books for church leaders. We've seen proven additions from Blanchard, Stanley and Stetzer plus new works by pastors Batterson, Cornelius and Geiger. As the old saying goes, all leaders are readers and that's especially true of growing leaders.
- Available at ChurchLeaderInsights.com
IN A PIT WITH A LION ON A SNOWY DAY
Our calling is much higher than simply running away from what's wrong. We're called to chase lions--look for opportunities in our problems and obstacles, and take risks to reach for God's best. . . [Lion chasers] thrive in the toughest circumstances because they know that impossible odds set the stage for amazing miracles. That is how God reveals his glory--and how He blesses you in ways you never could have imagined.
- Available at TonyMorganLive.com
LOVE IS THE KILLER APP
The most powerful force in business isn't greed, fear, or even the raw energy of unbridled competition. The most powerful force in business is love. It's what will help your company grow and become stronger. It's what will propel your career forward. It's what will give you a sense of meaning and satisfaction in your work, which will help you do your best work.
- Available at FastCompany.com
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