How Should a Core Group Prepare Even Before a Pastor is Identified?

Aug 3, 2023

Church Planting Basic Training

How Should a Core Group Prepare Even Before a Pastor is Identified?

As mentioned in previous articles, a developing church may be in a situation in which a core group have been meeting or intends to begin meeting together long before they’ve been able to either partner with a like-minded church in a neighboring city or find a potential founding pastor.

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Why is Preaching the Top Priority in a Church Plant?

Jul 27, 2023

Church Planting Basic Training

Why is Preaching the Top Priority in a Church Plant?

While a core group may not have the privilege of sitting under a qualified preacher for some months or even a couple of years as they develop, they should always be focused on the central priority of preaching as the church develops. Let me give you some reasons preaching must be the top priority of a church plant.

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Four Ways to Practice Authentic Love

Jul 24, 2023

Four Ways to Practice Authentic Love

How can we model love that is authentic? What does genuine love require?

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Why is a Spiritual Filter Vital?

Jul 20, 2023

Church Planting Basic Training

Why is a Spiritual Filter Vital?

What is a spiritual filter? It is the standard which every part of your ministry must use as the test of a worthy endeavor. Here are some guidelines for forming the spiritual filter.

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