The phrase “gradually, then all of a sudden” describes a process or change that occurs slowly and incrementally over time, often without noticeable impact initially, but then reaches a tipping point where the change becomes rapid and dramatic. This concept can be applied to various contexts, such as personal experiences, societal changes, technological advancements, or economic events. And to churches. Unfortunately, too many churches today.
An obsession with church attendance has been with us for a long time. But it’s a bigger deal today because we’ve become really good at it.
In 45 years of helping church planters and planting a church myself, I’ve seen certain characteristics that are true of most successful church planters. So what are the characteristics I look for in church planters? I start with these three.
8 Warning Signs of a Tornado
Don't get caught outside when a tornado strikes. Listen to weather warnings, and look for these signs.
Are You Caraway or Cumin?
The farmer knows how best to bring forth fruit from the land, and the Lord knows how best to produce his spiritual fruit in us.
4 Practical Insights to Strengthen Your Confidence as a Leader
Confidence in what you can do is different than confidence in who you are. You can’t separate the two, but confidence in who you are must always take first place.
Three Ways to Grow While You Wait
Don’t waste your waiting time. Let God help you grow into the leader he wants you to be on the other side of the door.
How to Slam the Door in Satan’s Face
Demonic oppression and demonic possession both have some biblical foundation. But there’s a third way demons operate, one that is far more common in Scripture. This third category provides a more accurate and full view of how demonic forces work against the lives of believers. This third way is occupation.
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