The First 100 Days

In the first 100 days of his presidency, Franklin D. Roosevelt paved the way for many new changes in society, leading the way for the New Deal. His success in this early stage set a precedent that has impacted our judgments of later presidents. Now imagine if pastors were that successful in their first 100 days. Every time a pastor goes to a new church, he or she brings hopes, dreams, and expectations--without necessarily realizing it--for the progress and growth of the new ministry. Not only do these pastors have to transition into a new congregation and community, but they also have to think about building strong relationships with other influential people in the area. Almost every day, pastors of new churches face unexpected hardships and challenges. This book is a guide for pastors on how to put good practices into place at the beginning of a ministry, thus allowing them to gain the congregational trust necessary to initiate change. Although the lessons in this book are written primarily for lead pastors, they apply to associate roles, transitioning pastors in their third or fourth location, and even students preparing for their first pastoral assignment. The fact is, new pastors need guidance. The First 100 Days helps these pastors gain the insight to lead with godly wisdom and purpose during the first few months of their new role.