Church Health & Growth

“We wanted to care for the people here, solidify relationships, and really help them dream again as a church and be excited about the work of God."

La Primera de Arcadia ya era una iglesia dinámica y en crecimiento. Jonathan Smith pudo caminar con ellos y asegurarse de que continúen creciendo al darles las herramientas necesarias para tener éxito en el futuro venidero.

See how Arcadia First Baptist is growing and read how Pastor Joshua McDonald and Church Health Strategy Director Jonathan Smith have teamed up to bolster their ministry.

Director of Church Health Strategy Jonathan Smith and Associate Director of Missions Tom Howe explain the differences between revitalizing and replanting a church and how they can lead to new life.

I was in New York City in June of 2001 with my wife Heather for my first visit to New York City. When I returned for a last-minute mission trip in December of 2001, I found an entirely different city.

"We are called to "reconstitute" his grace for those around us...."

You will not need a bridge with children if you get down on their level, literally.

Jesus proclaimed, "A house divided against itself cannot stand."

Satan hates our worship, but I fear Satan loves our preference when it yields division.

Is your church living in a glorified past or a hopeful future?