Sticky church
Book Description
Churches often struggle with a persistent challenge: while attracting new members may seem manageable, creating an environment where people genuinely want to stay and grow proves far more difficult. Larry Osborne addresses this fundamental issue by examining what transforms a congregation from a revolving door into a thriving spiritual community.
Drawing from his experience leading North Coast Church's remarkable expansion, Osborne presents a distinctive approach centered on sermon-based small groups. Rather than relying on traditional marketing methods, his strategy focuses on deepening connections through groups that explore weekend messages together. This method creates meaningful relationships while reinforcing biblical teaching, allowing members to process and apply spiritual insights in supportive environments.
The book chronicles how one congregation evolved from modest beginnings into a significant multisite church through organic, word-of-mouth growth. Osborne reveals the practical systems and principles that made this transformation possible, offering church leaders concrete tools for building their own sustainable small group ministries.
Readers will discover strategies for closing the metaphorical back door that allows members to drift away unnoticed. The author provides actionable guidance for creating groups that connect people both to scripture and to each other, fostering the kind of authentic community that naturally retains and nurtures spiritual seekers.
Complete with sample materials including sermon notes, discussion questions, and leadership development resources, this guide serves pastors and church leaders seeking to cultivate lasting spiritual engagement within their congregations.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)
📄 Length: 201 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore North Coast Church (San Diego County, Calif.)
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Church group work
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore United states, church history
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects of Small groups
- ✓ Explore Church growth
- ✓ Explore Small groups
