Church Growth Through Preaching: A Research-Based Guide for Pastors and Leaders
"A Guide for Pastors, Leaders, and Congregations." How to Grow a Congregation Spiritually and in Number through Preaching addresses the practical challenges facing modern congregations through research-based solutions. This hardcover resource provides actionable strategies for church leaders seeking to strengthen their ministries through effective preaching and pastoral care.
Key Topics Addressed
This pastoral resource tackles critical challenges that many congregations face today:
How to make prospective members of the church feel more welcomed/accepted;
How to welcome back lapsed members of the congregation who may feel detached from the congregation or church leadership;
How to speak to the congregation using their voice, with specific understanding to their needs and circumstance.
Research-Based Approach
By interviewing church goers, those who used to attend church, and church leadership at Vine Memorial Baptist Church, all of whom provided up close and personal information that speaks directly to the problems facing many congregations today, Hoggard was able to provide meaningful solutions to these issues and more.
This guide emerged from doctoral-level research, offering pastors and church leaders proven strategies for congregation development. The book combines theological insight with practical ministry applications, making it a valuable resource for seminary students, established pastors, and church leadership teams.