Preparing to Start a House Church: Essential Steps and Guidance

Table of Contents

1. Introduction: Feeling Called to Plant a Church
2. Five Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting a House Church
   • 2.1. Has God Called You to Do This?
   • 2.2. Are You Equipped for the Task?
   • 2.3. Do You Have a Support System?
   • 2.4. Do You Understand the Concept of a Church?
   • 2.5. Are You Humble and Teachable?
3. Five Areas to Pray About
   • 3.1. Asking for Wisdom
   • 3.2. Seeking Clear Vision
   • 3.3. Requesting Help and Support
   • 3.4. Developing a Biblical Foundation
   • 3.5. Identifying the Mission Field
4. Five Areas of Study to Prepare for Starting a House Church
   • 4.1. Studying the Gospels to Know Jesus Better
   • 4.2. Examining the Book of Acts to Learn about the Early Church
   • 4.3. Exploring the Letters of Paul for Church Activities
   • 4.4. Understanding the Work of the Holy Spirit
   • 4.5. Building a Biblical Foundation through Prayer and Study
5. Five Conversations to Have
   • 5.1. Engaging with Your Neighborhood
   • 5.2. Connecting with City Officials
   • 5.3. Prayer Walking to Discover the Needs of the Community
   • 5.4. Conversing with Your Spouse and Family
   • 5.5. Communicating with Your Immediate Neighbors
6. Five Essential Relationships for Starting a House Church
   • 6.1. Establishing Personal Accountability
   • 6.2. Cultivating Discipling Relationships
   • 6.3. Finding a Person of Peace in the Neighborhood
   • 6.4. Building a Prayer Warrior Team
   • 6.5. Seeking a Teacher for Continued Learning and Growth
7. Conclusion: The Importance of Taking House Church Planting Seriously