10 Stupid Things – Part 5

Currently I am reading a book called “Ten Stupid Things that Keep Churches from Growing” by Geoff Surratt. Here are some personal thoughts on the fourth chapter. This is a chapter that everyone that is involved in a church should read and take to heart. Children and what you do with them on Sunday is […]

10 Stupid Things – Part 4

Currently I am reading a book called “Ten Stupid Things that Keep Churches from Growing” by Geoff Surratt. Here are some personal thoughts on the third chapter. The Sunday morning worship service is the number one priority for any church. The music must be the best it can be, the message must be God given […]

10 Stupid Things – Part 3

Currently I am reading a book called “Ten Stupid Things that Keep Churches from Growing” by Geoff Surratt. Here are some personal thoughts on the second chapter. I would not have made it this far as a pastor or father without the input and influence of my wife. She is a gem and I love […]

10 Stupid Things – Part 2

Currently I am reading a book called “Ten Stupid Things that Keep Churches from Growing” by Geoff Surratt. Here are some personal thoughts on the first chapter. It is true, there is a strong temptation for a Pastor to take the reigns and do it all. I think this happens for several reasons. First the […]

10 Stupid Things – Part 1

I just finished reading the introduction of “10 Stupid Things that Keep Churches from Growing”. Here are some thoughts on the intro… 1. Most pastors I know (as well), want their churches to see people accept Christ, and grow in the knowledge of the word. When this isn’t happening we pray, go to conferences, read […]

Church Growth

Make no mistake, Farmington Baptist Church is growing. Why? Because of the providence of God. He is sending people our way and we are thankful for that. If it wasn’t for the providence of God a church would not grow. You can have the best strategies, the best pastoral staff, the best leadership and still […]