Why do good churches get stuck? —And How to Break Through

Solutions to the 10 most common growth barriers

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​Your church has faithful members, solid preaching, and genuine love for God. So why does it feel like you're not reaching your full potential?

Most growth challenges aren't about theology or commitment—they're about predictable, fixable barriers that prevent churches from becoming all God has called them to be.

The most common growth stoppers:

  • The leadership exhaustion cycle: Pastors working 60+ hours while potential leaders sit unused

  • The "we're full" illusion: Your church feels crowded even with empty seats

  • Visitor retention gaps: 80% of first-time guests never return (and you don't know why)

  • Financial stress patterns: Staying in survival mode instead of thriving ministry

  • Plus 6 more fixable problems that keep faithful congregations plateaued

Church Growth Engine's free guide,"Why  Do Good Churches Get Stuck?", identifies ten barriers and gives you practical solutions that have helped thousands of churches move from survival to thriving.