Becoming an Enthusiastic Church: Practical Steps to Effective MinistriesEnthusiasm in a church is a by-product of effective small groups, leadership, relationships, spirituality, worship services, evangelism, ministry, and structures. Need-meeting churches are enthusiastic and effective. In simple words with many illustrations and practical applications, Becoming an Enthusiastic Church gives church leaders, coaches, and consultants diagnostic tools and blueprints to build God's kingdom more effectively and efficiently. |
Contents
J3 Foreword 15 Introduction | 15 |
l7 Healthy Small Groups | 18 |
Healthy Leadership | 33 |
Healthy Relationships | 57 |
Healthy Spirituality | 81 |
Healthy Worship Service | 99 |
Healthy Evangelism | 117 |
Healthy Ministry | 153 |
Bringing Change to Church | 225 |
The Natural Church Development Process | 235 |
Agendas for Church Health Team Meetings | 249 |
A Underlying Issues Inventories | 263 |
B Small Group Covenant | 277 |
Connecting with | 279 |
Worship Service Evaluation | 283 |
Bibliography | 285 |
Common terms and phrases
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