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CPI: Biblical Principles of Church Planting
12 guided lessons with workbook readings, private reflection, practice, and knowledge checks.
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Gerald Rowlands · Church Planting Institute / Church Planting International
- 01
What Do We Mean by Church Planting?
Rowlands begins by distinguishing a church from its building. His emphasis is a community of believers gathered around Christ, mutual edification, and…
- 02
The Biblical Pattern for Church Planting
Read the chapter’s account of the early church alongside Acts. Identify biblical purposes and practices, then distinguish those from a particular cultural…
- 03
Evangelistic Models in the New Testament
The chapter follows the beginnings of congregations in Acts. Compare the people, settings, and responses rather than assuming every setting calls for an…
- 04
Right Motives for Church Planting
Rowlands asks leaders to examine why they want to begin a ministry. Self-promotion, rivalry, and unresolved conflict deserve honest attention before plans…
- 05
Another Look at the Early Church Model
Study Acts as evidence of shared life, teaching, prayer, and mission. The chapter encourages leaders to test their plans against biblical priorities.
- 06
A Church Planting Cycle
The chapter uses a reproductive cycle as an analogy for ministry development. Treat the analogy as a planning aid and consider how preparation, teamwork,…
- 07
Prophetic Visioning
Rowlands describes prayerful spiritual vision and contrasts it with wishful thinking. In this companion, bring perceived direction into conversation with…
- 08
Working Your Plan
The chapter connects vision with realistic planning and counting the cost. Define a purpose, examine resources, and invite review of assumptions before…
- 09
Analysing a Great Sermon
The chapter reflects on gospel communication and the real concerns of listeners. Prepare a message that explains the text and communicates Christ with…
- 10
Some Church Planting Methods
Rowlands considers location, leadership gifts, and available resources when choosing methods. A method should fit the people and circumstances it is…
- 11
Power Evangelism in Church Planting
This chapter presents Rowlands’ charismatic understanding of signs and wonders in evangelism. Read its claims alongside the biblical passages, distinguish…
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Establishing the Church
The final chapter emphasizes laying foundations and addressing problems with faith and love. Consider durable practices of care, leadership…