Tim King Leadership

The vast majority of Church Leaders and pastors that I speak to want church growth. There are only a few, those chosen frozen, that spout the old adage, that they want quality not quantity, -to be very honest, I tend to ignore these people and work with those who recognise that it is the mission of the church to grow. Let me state clearly here, that I believe, that it is God who makes the church grow and it is the church leaders that help create the atmosphere in churches to facilitate that growth.   Do you want your church to grow? If the answer is yes, then read on. There are four areas that need to be explored and clarified in your mind before any church growth can occur. 1) Are you a Church leader who wants growth and is prepared to work hard to see that growth? Do you have a strong vision for growth and believe that you are the leader, of a church far larger than what you lead at present? You may find this strange but unless you are clear on what you believe ab...

Characteristics of Highly successful church leaders. Listed below are those characteristics that I have observed, over the years that are found in successful church leaders. 1) They are hard workers. Those church leaders who have started, or taken over churches, often work long hours to bring about change and instil vision and culture. It is not a 40 hour week profession. 2) They are sure of their call. There is no doubt in their minds, that God has called them to do great things for him. 3) They are well liked and easy to talk to. They try to be accessible and in general have good social skills. 4) They have set up organisational structures which are dynamic, flexible and empowering. They want their churches and their people to grow. 5) It is a team effort, both husband and wife see church growth as their ministry. They are both equally committed to the church. They have a strong marriage. 6) As leaders, they are personally growing in their capacity to lea...