The Twelve Keys Bible Study

The Twelve Keys Bible Study offers a companion volume to the best-selling book, Twelve Keys to an Effective Church. The Bible Study helps readers put the Twelve Keys for strong healthy congregations in biblical perspective and gives clergy and church leaders biblical resources for each of the twelve keys. It includes reflections on the scriptures as well as suggestions and questions for study and conversation. This helpful resource can be used as a guide with individuals, groups, congregations, worship services and retreats.

A Prayer vi

Acknowledgments vii

A Special Tribute to Ian and Joan Tanner ix

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1. One Mission Outreach 7

2. Shepherding Visitation 13

3. Stirring, Helpful Worship 19

4. Significant Relational Groupings 25

5. Strong Leadership Team 29

6. Solid Decision Process 33

7. One Major Program 37

8. Open Accessibility 43

9. High Visibility 47

10. Land, Landscaping, and Parking 51

11. Adequate Space and Facilities 55

12. Generous Giving 61

Creative Study 65

Celebration Planning 67

Act Swiftly 71

And He Ran 75

About the Author 81

Books by Kennon L. Callahan 83

Kennon L. Callahan, B.A., M.Div., S.T.M., Ph.D. — researcher, professor, and pastor — is one of today's most sought-after church consultants and speakers. Author of many books, he is best known for his groundbreaking Twelve Keys to an Effective Church, which has formed the basis for the widely acclaimed Mission Growth Movement.

Since it was published in 1983, the first edition of the original Twelve Keys to an Effective Church has benefited thousands of congregations around the world.

The Twelve Keys Bible Study offers a companion volume to the best-selling book Twelve Keys to an Effective Church. The Bible Study helps readers put the Twelve Keys for strong, healthy congregations in biblical perspective and gives clergy and church leaders biblical resources for each of the Twelve Keys. It includes reflections on the scriptures as well as suggestions and questions for study and conversation. This helpful resource can be used by as a guide with individuals, groups, congregations, worship services, and retreats.

The Twelve Keys Bible Study can also be used to help to build an effective, successful business, develop a strong, healthy non-profit grouping, advance an effective, healthy college or university, and create a strong, healthy family.