Wise Church Planting: Twelve Pitfalls to Avoid in Starting New Churches

by Dan Steel

Tired? Frustrated? Confused?  Almost a third of new churches don’t survive 4 What’s the problem? What’s gone wrong? External opposition, character qualms, practical barriers, disunity dilemmas, lack of these are the struggles reported by those on the front lines of church planting ministry. Stories, scripture, and self–examination shed light on twelve common pitfalls and inspire strategies for planting churches that last. Gathering real experiences and tackling the challenges headfirst, Steel encourages us to step out of the pressured drive for short–term gains and resist the allure of superficial successes. As our gaze shifts from making converts to making disciples, we are equipped and energised to persevere in establishing the roots that will cultivate thriving churches. In the midst discouragement, there is hope for struggling church plants and struggling God has promised to build his church

176 pages, Paperback

Published March 12, 2024

Reviews

[Samuel Kassing · Rating 4 out of 5]

A study of 80 church plants that failed. This book deserves a sequel. A study of 80 church plants that eventually daughter another church plant.

A sobering and at times discouraging read. But definitely one that I’d recommend for anyone beginning to explore the process of planting.

[Jonathan Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Based on a study of 80 church plants that struggled or failed, this is a helpful and honest insight into the difficulties of church planting.

Combining the study of 80 church planters, Scriptures, and personal experience, the author introduces us to 12 common pitfalls in church, planting. Some are obvious, but others are not.

This is an Important book for anybody considering church planting. Whether as the planter or the sender.