Launch into 2019

Can you believe the New Year is right around the corner? With 2018 coming to an end, many of us are taking time to reflect on this past year and looking forward to a fresh start.

Ready or not, heading into a new year with purpose and a plan is the best way to start strong. We’ve compiled a list of resources, tips, and training to help you and your church grow, encourage, and lead well in 2019.

For Your Church

Many people make January 1 a “reset”—starting over on habits that are important to them, like reading their Bible every day, attending church weekly, or having more date nights with their spouse. New Years is the perfect time to stir your church attenders toward personal and spiritual growth.

Sermon Series

As you plan your January content, there are many excellent sermon series available on the Open Network. Browse through the following content from Life.Church and ministry partners.

• First Things First
  
• Mastermind
  
• You in Five Years from Fresh Life Church
  
• I Declare War from Fresh Life Church
  
• Keep the Change from Fresh Life Church
  
• Jesus and We
  
• This is My Year from North Point Ministries

Bible Engagement

Encourage your attenders to download the YouVersion Bible App and engage with God’s Word daily. Through the app, your church has access to Events, a way to house your sermon notes right inside the app. And, users can read Plans with small groups, friends, and family through the Plans with Friends feature.

If you’re looking for a new, creative way to help your attenders understand the Bible, download high-resolution videos from our partner, The Bible Project.  Play the videos in sermons, small groups, or youth ministry events to help your congregation get a better understanding of scripture. Popular videos include:

• Read Scripture: Romans
  
• Read Scripture: Genesis
  
• Read Scripture: Acts
  
• Read Scripture: Matthew
  
• Read Scripture: Revelation 
  

For You

Do you want 2019 to be your strongest year in ministry? Strengthen your connection to Christ and focus on leadership.

5 Days of Leadership with Pastor Craig

Pastor Craig always says, “When the leader gets better, everyone gets better.” Sign up now for a 5-day leadership email series starting in early January. Each day you will receive relevant and valuable high-end leadership content from Pastor Craig Groeschel and other Life.Church leaders. Be one of the first to sign up by clicking the button below.