Church PLANT Manual

This book is dedicated to Dr. Don Davis, without whom this resource would not be possible. His prophetic voice, prolific writing on the subject, leadership development trainingmaterials, and consistent clarion call to Christians everywhere to engage in the work of Christ that a throng of healthy churches would be planted across the United States and around the world inspires every word you will read in this brief volume. Dr. Davis’swork in the fields of theology, biblical studies, andurbanchurch planting serves as the firm foundation upon which this text stands. To say we are indebted to Dr. Davis would be an absurd understatement. Careful readers will note as they navigate this work that we quote largely from and have indeed imported much of his teachings in this text. We pray that this resource honors his tremendous legacy and that indeed a multitude of healthy churches, who will raise the banner of Christ Jesus in communities impacted by poverty, will arise that the world might know the love of God expressed in Christ and come to saving faith in the Nazarene. May his clarion call be heard by all who engage with this text. May that call point us to Jesus, inspire our church planting efforts, and advance the Kingdom of our Christ for His glory. – Rev. Ted Smith